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Thu, Oct 24
|My Creative Outlet
Let's Make Cornhusk Dolls Ages 5+
Time & Location
Oct 24, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
My Creative Outlet, 21758 Devonshire St, Chatsworth, CA 91311, USA
About The Event
Come and learn how to make corn husk dolls. We will be using dried corn husks, yarn felt and found objects to create a one of kind doll.
History of Corn Husk Dolls
Corn husk dolls have been made by various indigenous cultures in the Americas for centuries. They are traditionally associated with Native American tribes, who used corn husks not only as a material for crafting dolls but also for practical purposes like making baskets and mats.
Corn husk dolls were often made during the harvest season as a way to celebrate the corn crop and give thanks for the abundance provided by the corn plant. They were also used in storytelling and cultural ceremonies, symbolizing fertility, protection, and the connection to the earth.
Over time, corn husk dolls have become popular folk art and craft items, enjoyed by people of all ages for their simplicity and charm. Making…