Handmade Blog

Meet the Holy Land Handicraft Cooperative Society

We are incredibly excited to introduce you to our new partner – the Holy Land Handicraft Cooperative Society. This is an incredible group based in Bethlehem that creates pathways for local artisan...

Traditional Palestinian Ma’moul Cookie Recipe

If you've been looking for a delicious and traditional treat to make with your friends and family, we've got just the thing for you! Ma'moul cookies, or ka’ek al eid ma’moul, are date-filled sweet...

Challenges our Artisans Face and Why We Launched Subscription Boxes

As we've just finished boxes the first of our new subscription boxes, it seems like a good time to share with you why we decided to launch our subscription boxes (and why you'll be seeing more gift...

Ramadan Gift Boxes Are Now Available to Ship Internationally!

We are excited to announce that Ramadan Gift Boxes from Palestine are back this year! We saw how much you loved these special boxes last Ramadan, so we worked hard the last two months to curate all...

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 usually celebrated with feasts, prayer, and charit...

Celebrating Eid al-Fitr with Traditional Palestinian Ma’moul

Ramadan Mubarak from Palestine! For Eid al-Fitr this year, Bisan and her family are making ka’ek al eid ma’moul in Nablus the traditional way. And we’re sharing a ma'moul recipe so you can celebrat...

Easter in Palestine: A Holy Week of Tradition for Christian Palestinians

With the Easter story originally taking place in Palestine, the Christian Palestinian traditions for celebrating this week have created a reverent and celebratory atmosphere in order to remember an...

Recipe for Tasty Erk Sous Licorice Drink

The erk sous, or licorice, drink is usually enjoyed during Ramadan for its sweet and slightly bitter taste. Made from licorice root, its aromatic and delicious properties are a wonderful way to sat...

Five Ramadan Cravings from the Old City of Jerusalem

When walking around the Old City of Jerusalem, the sights and smells of food and drink are nearly irresistible.  Here are 5 of our favorite things you should pick up in Old Town while you’re headi...

Easy Carob Juice Recipe for Ramadan

Carob juice is a cool, refreshing, plant-based treat that will bring a smile to almost anyone’s face. We would love to show you how to make your very own carob juice from scratch!