Handmade Blog

More Than Just Olive Oil: Why Adopting an Olive Tree in Palestine Matters

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has adopted an olive tree in Palestine. Your support helps cover a year's worth of care, supports Palestinian farmers and families, and helps preserve a beauti...

Why Handmade Is So Relevant: Who Is Actually Supported by Your Purchase?

Discover why handmade Palestinian embroidery matters beyond the finished product. From fair wages and women's livelihoods to preserving traditional tatreez, explore how thoughtful purchasing can ma...

Palestinian Olive Harvest and Olive Oil: The Story Behind Every Bottle

Every autumn, Palestinian families pick olives from groves their ancestors planted. Learn how the harvest works, what farmers face in 2026, and how to support them.

Want To Host An Advent Market? + Find Handmade Palestine At Holiday Markets Across The U.S. – Starting Tomorrow In Atlanta, GA!

Discover the talented artisans behind The Oasis Center's beautiful handmade Palestinian Christmas sand art cards, find out where Handmade Palestine will be appearing at Advent Markets across the US...

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...

Phoenician Glass: The Ancient Craft Kept Alive in Hebron

Glass has been made in the land of Palestine for thousands of years. Long before it became a medium for industrial production, long before factories and moulds and automation, glassblowing was a cr...

Unique Sterling Silver Olive Leaf Jewelry + 2027 Wall Calendar!

Discover our artisan, Nadira al-Araj and her beautiful sterling silver olive leaf jewelry, handcrafted using a traditional silversmithing technique, alongside our new 2027 Wall Calendar by Palestin...

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...