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The Meaning of Keffiyehs to Palestinians | 6 Ways to Wear Your Keffiyeh

The keffiyeh holds a great amount of significance for many Palestinians. With its symbolic embroidery and history, the keffiyeh has become an emblem of resistance, perseverance, and unity in everyd...

6 Sweets Everyone Must Try when Visiting Nablus, Palestine

When visiting Nablus, Palestine, there are a number of delicious, sweet treats everyone must try at least once. With so many things to choose from, why not enjoy them all? So make sure you find tim...

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...

Meet the Olive Woodworkers Crafting Palestinian History

Beginning in 1971, Issa started his journey in handcrafting holding cross carvings from Palestinian olive wood. His family business grew in 1997 when Issa’s son Tony joined the team, and the two co...

Make a Lasting Difference by Shopping Ethically this Holiday Season

It’s easy to forget that your purchases this holiday season do make a difference and have an impact greater than their unwrapping on Christmas day. But don’t wait for New Years to make the change f...

Shop Fair Trade with our Black Friday Deals

We've curated a Black Friday collection for you that automatically gives you 20% off everything in it! Every purchase you make from this collection will make a difference in the lives of many (most...

Ethical Christmas Gifts for Kids | Empower Artisans in Palestine this Holiday

We’ve put together the perfect list of gift ideas for kids to help make your holidays special while empowering artisans in Palestine! The artisans featured on this list create beautiful products th...

Holiday Gift Guide to Meaningful and Ethical Gifts that Sustain Palestinian Livelihoods

We've made a gift list to help guide your meaningful and ethical shopping journey. Not only can these gifts provide a great way to make your loved ones feel special, but they also invest in the pro...

Olive Oil Soaps from Palestine | Minimalist Essentials

My family is traveling at the moment. I have a little one who just turned 2 years old a few days ago and a 5 year old with me. We left baba at home to take care of our urban farm! Traveling with li...

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.