Handmade Blog

What is the symbolism of the keffiyeh patterns?

Wearing your keffiyeh, it's important to know the history and culture behind it but also to know what the patterns on the keffiyeh stand for, and how is that part of the Palestinian culture and the...

What is the meaning of the red kuffiyah or hatta?

Do you know what's the meaning of the red keffiyeh? Is it love? Maybe, maybe not.

Celebrating International Wildlife Day - Planting more trees in Palestine

International Wildlife Day is celebrated on the 3rd of March! In celebration, we think it's important to remind ourselves, as we do everyday, and talk to you about Handmade Palestine's mission, an...

Is it okay for non-Arabs to wear the Arab scarf or keffiyeh? (3-minute read)

Many of our customers ask if it’s okay for non-Arabs to wear a keffiyeh. Or when wearing a keffiyeh is considered cultural appropriation? We actually  never thought of it this way; considering it a...

6 Ways we are looking at the corona pandemic from a positive perspective

[3-minute read] Although it's hard to just say let's be positive. But actually covid-19 virus has given us the chance to notice things that used to go unnoticed in our daily lives, and has given sp...

Re-asking the question of fair-trade: What is fair about it?

Stumbling upon a handmade gift shop in Ramallah. We discussed pricing for one of the items and how fair is it for the makers which takes us to an open discussion about the lives of the artisans beh...

Handmade All Natural Baby Shower Gift Ideas from a Mama

Expecting her 2nd child in four and half months, Morgan talks about her experience and shares with you why she started Little Olea and more.

Meet Sarab: The story of moving back from the States to Palestine and starting a handmade business

First moving to Palestine! Then discovering a world that was hidden deep inside her where she found her true authentic self through Yoga and the Kashmir Belt!

How to get the most out of BFCM... but ethically!!

How to participate in black friday and cyber and still make it ethically and meaningfully. Some tips to get the best out of it and support ethical brands.

Holiday gifts that keep on giving

Going back home for the holiday season What gifts to bring for your friends and loved ones for the holiday season? Here's a guide of the top 6 handicrafts that our volunteer has fallen in love with.