raffia

Rabanna, ra-ban′a, n. matting made from the fibre of the raffia, in Madagascar.

Make a color card of silk, wool, paper or raffia showing colors that contrast.

Turn up the sides, fasten the corners together with raffia or cord, tying a small bow.

Be very careful to have the dyes strong enough, as raffia absorbs an enormous amount of coloring.

We receive the raffia in its natural state, but many colors may easily be had by dyeing.