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10 Beautiful Places in Palestine: Connecting with Heritage and Supporting Local Artisans

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10 Beautiful Places in Palestine: Connecting with Heritage and Supporting Local Artisans

Even amid occupation, violence, and restricted access, Palestinian culture and craftsmanship endure. Discover 10 beautiful places in historic Palestine where artisans preserve culture under occupat...

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Special needs artisan at Oasis Center
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Meet Our Artisans: The Oasis Center for People with Intellectual Disabilities

Next in our Meet Our Artisans series, we introduce the Oasis Center in Beit Sahour, where people with intellectual disabilities create beautiful handmade crafts that carry dignity, heritage, and hope.

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The Camel in Palestine: History, Culture & Artisan Craft
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The Camel in Palestine: History, Culture & Artisan Craft

The camel has long symbolized resilience in Palestinian life — from ancient trade routes to inspiring artisans today. At Handmade Palestine, this heritage lives on through camel milk soap, embroide...

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Discover the Rich Heritage of Palestinian Handmade Goods

Handmade Palestinian Goods | Ethical Gifts That Ship Worldwide Discover the beauty and meaning of handmade Palestinian crafts—from olive wood carvings and embroidered tatreez to olive oil soaps and...

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Palestinian Women in Traditional Thob Dress in art work by Nabil Anani
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Palestinian Art: Preserving Heritage Through Creativity

Palestinian art tells powerful stories of heritage, identity, and resilience. From bold contemporary works by artists like Heba Zaghout to traditional tatreez embroidery, creativity continues to th...

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Looking Back at the First Half of 2025: A Letter from Handmade Palestine
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Looking Back at the First Half of 2025: A Letter from Handmade Palestine

Updates on Our Work in Palestine Mid-2025: The first half of 2025 has been tough—sales are down 44% and site visits by 60%. Under Israeli occupation, our artisans face closures, rising costs, and l...

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Leather Tatreez Tote
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New Crafts, Restocks & Resilience

Despite extreme closures across Occupied Palestine, we’ve managed to add beautiful new crafts to our collection—including brass earrings, tatreez totes, and micro mosaic jewelry. Movement is severe...

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Map of Palestine Brass Earrings
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New Arrivals & Restocks & Don't Forget Our Mother's Day Sale With 15% Off

Discover new artisan-made treasures—just restocked and freshly designed in collaboration with women in Palestine. Every purchase supports Palestinian women and refugees with fair trade income, espe...

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Palestinian Mother's Day
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A Gift from the Heart on Palestinian Mother’s Day

On March 21, we celebrate the love, strength, and resilience of Palestinian mothers. As we express gratitude, we also hold space for those who have endured loss or face struggles in motherhood. The...

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Our Impact in 2024: A Year of Resilience and Growth
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Our Impact in 2024: A Year of Resilience and Growth

Your support empowers Palestinian artisans! In 2024, Handmade Palestine grew by 89%, supporting 600+ artisans—mostly women—despite immense challenges. Every purchase sustains their craft, preserves...

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