Handmade Blog

5 Symbols of Palestinian Resistance and Liberation

Discover powerful symbols of resistance in our Art Posters & Prints Collection, featuring the Sabra Cactus, Dove, Thob, and Keffiyeh.

Palestinian Soap Making: Intangible World Heritage

Nablus Olive Oil Soap is now UNESCO-recognized! Explore our soap gift sets or try the new Saboon Crate, a hands-on kit supporting artisans in Pales...

Orthodox Christmas in Palestine: A Celebration of Faith, Unity, and Resilience

Today on 7 January, Palestinian Christians unite to celebrate Christmas across Roman and Orthodox traditions. From parades in Bethlehem to midnight...

Celebrating St. Barbara’s Day in Palestine: Burbara Pudding

Palestinian Christmas is a month-long celebration of joy, tradition, and community. Yet, the season unfolds against the backdrop of ongoing challen...

Giving Tuesday: Empowering Palestinian Artisans and Reforesting Palestine

This Giving Tuesday, join Handmade Palestine in empowering women artisans and reforesting Palestine. What began as a small café display has grown i...

Ethical Decor for Your Holidays: Our Top 5 Unique Picks - Now with 20% Off!

Bring beauty and purpose to your holiday celebrations with our unique, handcrafted decor. From olive wood nativity sets to Majdalawi wall hangings,...

Small Business Saturday: Celebrating Palestinian Artisans + 20% Off

Support Palestinian artisans who overcome unimaginable challenges—restricted movement, lack of access to materials, and the daily realities of occu...

Hand Felted Wool Christmas Ornaments: Meet the Artisans and See How They Are Made

Celebrate the holidays with our hand-felted wool ornaments from Ma’an Lil Hayat in Bethlehem. From angels and gnomes to doves and olive branches, e...

Ethical Jewelry: Empowering Artisans and Celebrating Craftsmanship with Handmade Palestine

Discover the beauty and meaning behind our handmade jewelry collection, crafted with care by skilled Palestinian artisans. From sterling silver oli...

Ethical Christmas Gift Guide: Our Picks from Handmade Palestine and Some of Our Favorite Brands!

Handmade Palestine is thrilled to present our Ethical Christmas Shopping Guide, featuring sustainable and thoughtfully crafted gifts that care for...

Celebrate Palestinian Heritage This Christmas with Tatreez

This holiday season, celebrate Palestinian heritage with tatreez gifts, showcasing the centuries-old art of Palestinian embroidery. Each piece—whet...

Ethical Gift Guide: Thoughtful, Budget-Friendly Gifts Under $25, $50, and $100

Find meaningful, budget-friendly gifts this holiday season with Handmade Palestine’s curated selection under $25, $50, and $100. Each item—from oli...

Hand-Felted, Hand-Spun Wool Christmas Decor: From Tawani Village to Dar Salah

Explore the artistry of Handmade Palestine’s Hand-Spun Wool Christmas Decor Collection. Crafted in the villages of Tawani and Dar Salah, each piece...