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Panama
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Panama Hats - Wearable Works Of Art |
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Hats are made by men & women
in their homes
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Palm fronds are separated and
dried
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Some palms are shredded and natural
dyes
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Hat starts on a form
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Palm leaves are woven in lengths,
fastened to gather tightly
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Sample hat like the one being
woven. Prices vary from a $20 work hat to a $500 dress hat which indicates
your wealth.
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Woman's hat designed to woo a
man's attention
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