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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 occupation—to create stunning, handmade decor. Their c...

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, each piece is crafted with care, supporting artisan...

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 olive leaf designs to vibrant brass tatreez earrings ...

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 both people and the planet. From olive wood creat...

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—whether a hand-stitched pouch, intricate ornament, or ...

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 olive oil soaps and wool ornaments to hand-carved ute...

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—star, gazelle, and a nativity scene—reflects Pale...

Olive Wood Nativities from Bethlehem: An Ages-Old Tradition for the Most Meaningful Nativity in the World

Our limited-edition Olive Wood Nativities from Bethlehem are more than decorations—they’re part of a centuries-old tradition crafted from sustainable olive wood by skilled Palestinian artisans. Eac...

The Story Behind Our Sand Art Christmas Cards

Our Sand Art Christmas Cards are handcrafted by talented artists at the Oasis Rehabilitation Center in Palestine, where individuals with disabilities find community and purpose. Each card, featurin...

Handmade Holiday: Our Christmas Collection is LIVE!

Explore our new Holiday collection for unique, ethical holiday décor. Add warmth to your home with over 30 exclusive, handmade decorations from Handmade Palestine. From carved Olive Wood Nativity S...