The Gara Tie-Dye Masters: Keeping Sierra Leone's Textile Heritage Alive

Meet the artisans who transform plain cloth into stunning works of art using techniques passed down through generations.

Mohamed Jalloh April 2, 2025 1 min read 2,562 views

In the heart of Freetown's craft markets, the gara (tie-dye) artisans create magic with their hands.

The Process

"Each pattern tells a story," explains Mama Yeabu, a master gara maker.

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