Village Cooperative - no shop: Sognali Dolls
About forty years ago, doll-making became a cottage industry in this small village. We came across some women in Sognali (pronounced so-wang'-lee) who seemed to belong to a cooperative. Their attractive display of goods was set up in the town square. Sognali women make distinctive dolls that are outfitted with colorful flared dresses and pantaloons. The dolls are ideal souvenirs or gifts for young girls. They're light and pack well. We bargained and paid the equivalent of $1.50 for a beautiful doll. These same dolls can often be found in gift shops in the cities at much higher prices.
