Handmade Blog

Calling Young Palestinian Artists

We are so happy to call for art submission from young artists, especially students, for a 100$ prize. Send us your Palestine-inspired Christmas art...

Celebrating the Kharoub Harvest: A Palestinian Tradition-the Native Carob Tree

The kharoub tree is one of the many trees indigenous to Palestine. It’s known for the delicious, nutritious, and versatile fruits its bears each ...

Adopt an Olive Tree in Palestine: donate to support Palestinian farmers today

Adopting an olive tree from our friends at Mashjar Juthour is a wonderful way to help protect this beautiful tree and support the biodiversity of P...

Call for Creative Content from Gaza

Are you passionate about Palestinian cultural heritage? We are seeking to connect with content creators in Gaza for two artisan visits.

Sustainable Back to School Shopping

With school just around the corner, stocking up your backpack with sustainable and ethical products is a perfect way to start the year! So we’ve pu...

Meet Ayed: The Artist Behind Qastina Design’s Heirloom Recipe Totes and Aprons

From makloubeh to kalayat bandoura, Ayed Arafah from Qastina Designs illustrates beloved Palestinian foods onto a number of tote bags and aprons. W...

What Does World Conservation Day Mean for Palestine?

When World Conservation Day comes around every year on July 28, we’re reminded of how important it is to be dedicated to protecting the land, espec...

Celebrating Palestinian Costume Day: A Look at Traditional Dress

July 25th marks Palestinian Costume Day, where Palestinians across the world proudly don traditional dress to celebrate the culture of Palestine an...

Meaningful and Sustainable Gifts Under $25

We’ve curated a collection of beautifully hand-crafted gifts under $25 just for you! By gifting something from Handmade Palestine, you can help sup...

Celebrating Traditional Palestinian Foods of the Summer Season

What’s better than a refreshing, satisfying meal on a summer day? From salads, fruits, and delicious meats, there are a number of traditional Pales...

Our Ethics: Empowering our Artisans through Fair Trade

What does it really mean to truly be an ethical brand? Here at Handmade Palestine, we strive to put our artisans first. We embrace fair trade prac...

Best Ways to Care for your Olive Wood Products

Olive wood products are some of the most beautiful and intricate items you can fill your home with. But it’s important to properly care for your p...

Eid al Adha in Palestine: Traditions and Celebrations

June 28 marks the start of Eid al Adha in Palestine this year! This is one of the most important Islamic holidays, lasting around 3-4 days, and is ...