Definition of raffia
:the fiber of the raffia palm used especially as cord for tying and weaving
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Among the listings is a Prada tote bag made from green raffia, a garden maze dress by Mary Katrantzou, and a box of plastic kale and cucumber rose garnishes.
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A raffia tote and floral chandelier earrings completed the look for a breezy start to a steamy summer.
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The core is made of rope (all-cotton clothesline is ideal), and the wrap is left-over bits of yarn, raffia or fabric torn into strips.
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