Whadoo Tehmi: Long-Ago People's Packsack--Dene Babiche Bags
Subtitle: Tradition and Revival
Publisher: Canadian Museum of Civilization/Musee Canadie
Published: January 31, 2005
Language: eng
Number of pages: 47
ISBN-13: 9780660192482
Description: "In earlier times, net bags made from caribou thong - today known as "babiche bags" - were commonplace items in Dene homes. Although intended for practical use, these bags were often beautifully decorated with porcupine quillwork, fringes and coloured patterns in the netting." "This book describes the role babiche bags played in Dene lives during an earlier time and traces the modern revival of the craft. It is richly illustrated with photographs of babiche bags, both old and new. Also included are descriptions and illustrations of the techniques involved in making a babiche bag. This will be a resource to all who are interested in Dene culture and heritage. It will also serve as a practical guide to artisans wishing to make their own Dene babiche bag."--BOOK JACKET.