Learning Something New

Today I was fortunate enough to engage in a new learning opportunity – braiding a traditional belt of an amauti (a parka worn by women with a large hood to carry the baby).

I’m not sure if I would call it braiding or weaving, but I do know I would call it difficult. I’d like to think of myself as a crafty person (I knit an entire sock last weekend!), but I sure don’t catch on quick. It was a great experience being in an Inuit community being taught a traditional Inuit craft by an Innu woman. Traditionally Inuit children learned by watching, which was the technique used today. I watched as  Geela started hers and I tried to mimic. Geela also gave me a lot of support as she watched over and corrected my mishaps.

 My tie, it’s not perfect but it’s a work in progress!

 Rebekah’s tie, after a couple tries, looks amazing

On the walk home a very friendly husky pup greeted us. If I moved to the North for a while I may have to get me one. 

Thanks for the picture Rebekah