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International Yoga Day: Yoga for Humanity...What Does that Mean?

For the last month, I've continued asking myself What does "Yoga for Humanity," this year's theme for Int'l Yoga Day, mean to us, positioned in Palestine and practicing yoga. 

What was the Palestinian Dress, el Thob, used for?

The hajja plants a balady wheat, an heirloom ancient grain, that she collects seeds from every season. This tradition and these grains are from seeds handed down from her grandparents to her paren...

Adopt an Olive Tree in Palestine

Please read about How to Adopt an Olive Tree in Palestine and join our mission to support women artisans and plant trees in Palestine--two objectives we believe are vital to the future of our country.

Traditional Embroidery: A Brief History of Palestinian Tatreez

The art of Palestinian embroidery, known as tatreez, has always been an integral aspect of Palestinian heritage, uniquely expressing the vibrant identity of Palestinians. Tatreez is a beautiful an...

DAUGHTER OF THE SUN | Bint el Shams

What is formed with clay, smoothed with water and baked under the Palestinian sun?  A one-of-a-kind thobe by artist Shatha Safi. Shatha Safi has a knack for giving traditional symbols modern appea...

Sima's Designs: Traditional Palestinian Embroidery Inspired

Meet SimaMizirawi. Based in Ramallah, Sima designs gorgeous bags that feature traditional Palestinian embroidery called tatreez on leather handbags. Her work is fresh and fun and the pieces are tru...

Eid El Fitr & Gift Exchange

Do something great this Eid el Fitr, shop from Handmade Palestine and give a meaningful gift that is special to the person receiving it AND to the person who made it. 

Curated Valentine Gift Set Ideas | From Palestine, With Love

Some people love shopping and holidays and gift giving. I’m not one of them. My sister is, but for my part, I’d rather send a gift certificate (which we have available here!) or let someone pick ou...

Gift ideas for home & kitchen

To us Palestinians food is a substantial part of our daily lives! Heck... some dishes take 7-8 hours of preparations like stuffed Zuchini! Hence, it's a must to have tools in the kitchen that will ...

Palestinian Embroidery

Do you know how the Palestinian Thobe became a symbol of the Palestinian culture and the long history of resistance against Israeli Occupation? In this short blogpost Jenan tells us about the namin...