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Held at&nbsp;<strong>Ballybane Community Resource Centre<\/strong>, this project features the output from hands-on&nbsp;<strong>sewing workshops<\/strong>&nbsp;where participants explore tradition, diversity, and environmental responsibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The final outcome\u2014a stunning&nbsp;<strong>wall-hanging tapestry<\/strong>\u2014will weave together storytelling, craftwork, and repurposed materials, reflecting the&nbsp;<strong>rich cultural identity<\/strong>&nbsp;of the Traveller community while connecting local and global traditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The project will conclude with a&nbsp;<strong>public showcase<\/strong>, sharing the tapestry and the powerful stories behind it. 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