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African mask making


Host: Lucy Isaiah, Fashion designer (LUHOC), Art & Craft Curator, founder of Black Female Entrepreneur Greenwich

Join Lucy as she shows how to design your own stylish, wearable face masks using Ankara fabric and glue. This workshop will show you how to make fashionable masks that reflect the rich cultural significance of African prints. With simple materials and step-by-step guidance, you’ll create a personalised mask that combines style and protection. No sewing skills needed!

Video time

30 minutes

African mask making | Virtual Village Hall | Royal Voluntary Service

African mask made by Lucy Isaiah
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• A plain mask
• Ankara and Kente fabric
• Hot glue gun

See more from Black History Month 2024

Black History Month is a celebration of Black history, heritage and culture. We'll be marking Black History Month at the Virtual Village Hall by discovering Black History Walks, delving into the Black Cultural Archive, enjoying the flavours of Barbados with some tasty Bajan recipes, and Afro-centric crafts with Lucy Isaiah.

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