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School: Iubhrach (roll number 8074)

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Uragh, Co. Leitrim
Teacher:
Cristíne Ní Shíoda
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0189, Page 248

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    used in the making of stockings, jerseys and various other articles of clothing. The wool for the making of flannel and other material was of finer grist than this required for the knitting. Dye made from the heather blooms and other vegetables were very popular in those days and was used for dyeing quilts and other materials.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. trades and crafts (~4,680)
          1. spinning and weaving (~482)
    2. objects
      1. clothing and accessories (~2,403)
    Language
    English