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Autumn in the Palestinian Kitchen: Harvest, Land, and Ecocide

Autumn in the Palestinian kitchen is a celebration of seasonal food, family traditions and a deep connection to the land. But that land, and the olive trees that have sustained Palestinian families...

Our Ethical Holiday 2026 Gift Guide | Gifting with Intention

Gift with intention this holiday season with our 2026 Ethical Holiday Gift Guide. Discover meaningful gifts rooted in Palestinian heritage, from handcrafted treasures to sustainable holiday decor. ...

A Special Book for Children: Sitti The Scientist + New Tatreez Shawl!

A beautiful book for curious little minds, Sitti the Scientist celebrates Palestinian knowledge, traditions, and the joy of discovery — while offering a meaningful way to support Palestinian makers...

Brand New! Tatreez Embroidery Kits for Kids!

Introduce your little ones to the beauty of Palestinian tatreez with the Zai’ Sitti Tatreez Kit, created with Rand Dabboor. Designed for beginners of all ages, this kit brings Palestinian embroider...

Too Early for Corporate Gifting? Not at All.

Plan meaningful corporate gifts this holiday season with Handmade Palestine. Discover thoughtful our selects for Corporate Gifting as well as our Palestinian gift boxes - all items that celebrate h...

Images of Palestine: A Story To Tell + Ceramics and More New Arrivals

Discover Images of Palestine, 1898–1946, a beautiful coffee table book celebrating Palestinian history, alongside new arrivals and restocked favorites featuring traditional tatreez embroidery, Pale...

Tahriri Is Here + New Blue Laptop Sleeve... PLUS Some Favorites Are Back!

Tahriri is here! We’re excited to introduce this beautiful Palestinian embroidery technique to Handmade Palestine with our new Bronze and Blue Laptop Sleeve. Plus, some favorites are back in stock,...

What’s Coming This Holiday Season: Gifting With Intention

Gifting with Intention: From our Ethical Christmas Gift Guide and corporate gifting ideas to Advent markets and Burbara Day, discover what we have planned for the holiday season. We'll be encouragi...

Solidarity with Palestine + 6 Ways To Show Our Support!

A growing movement of solidarity with Palestine is bringing artists and ordinary people together to speak up, show support and turn solidarity into action.

To Bethlehem: A Journey That Should Take 45 Minutes

A drive from Ramallah to Bethlehem should take 45 minutes. Last weekend it took four hours. Yesterday, it took five. We left Ramallah to attend a funeral, but spent hours waiting at checkpoints, wa...