Handmade Blog

2023 in Review: What We Did for Palestine Together

This year, we provided a sustained income for dozens and dozens of artisan groups in Palestine! I always say this is my little project to make a big impact. It truly has made a HUGE impact thanks t...

Artisan Spotlight: Rand Dabboor's Influential Designs

Rand Dabboor has proven time and time again to be one of the most creative and influential artists out there. She pushes the label by weaving her Palestinian identity into every design she makes! ...

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 put together a collection of the essentials you’ll n...

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. With art, recipes, and the storied histories behind...

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 support livelihoods and empower a number of women art...

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 practices by purchasing their products directly, and b...

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 products to help them last for years and keep them ...

Gift Ideas for Shopping Ethically This Father’s Day

When you’re buying a gift for your dad this Father’s Day, you can make a meaningful impact by shopping ethically. So for this Father’s Day, we’ve curated a list of the perfects gifts you can give y...

Ideas for Mother’s Day: Celebrating Mom with Ethical, Hand-Crafted, and Unique Gifts

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate her than by getting her a gift with a story. For all the things our mothers have done for us, they deserve a meaningful, sus...

A Look into the Meaningful History Behind Handmade Glass from Hebron

For centuries, the art of glassmaking has become an important form of expression and tradition in Hebron. With its distinctive swirls and centuries-old methods of tried-and-true artistry, glass fro...