Sweet Fabric + NOT made by me

Hand art...

Image source - used with permission.

affects me in a way I cannot describe.

Two years ago I was lucky enough to have my hands painted with Henna by Somali women. I found the experience quite emotional - yet another powerful experience of women & community. I've been reading up a bit on Henna lately & then I came across Esti's blog (via girl ferment).

The images from Esti's hand project took my breath away. You can read the story of Esti's cousin whose hands these are here.

The universe served up another breathtaking Henna inspired project here (via design for mankind).

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Hand art... + NOT made by me