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What are "Raffia" - Definition & Explanation

Raffia
A leaf stalk fiber obtained from the raffia palm in Raffia, Madagascar.

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(eyelet) - Formed by a contoured patch of zig-zag stitching, followed by a cut---a portion of which is circular. Eyelet buttonholes are usually used on heavy fabrics and/or with large buttons. A gimp...

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