Handmade Blog

Giving Tuesday: Centering the Heart of the Season

This Giving Tuesday, Handmade Palestine invites you to return to the heart of Advent. Reflect with powerful voices from Palestinian Christians and support the livelihood of women artisans in Palest...

International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People & Small Business Saturday

On the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People—and Small Business Saturday—we honor Palestinian resilience and uplift artisans creating against immense odds. Your support, your ...

We’re Going Black on Black Friday — But First, One Day of Solidarity & Support

Today only, Handmade Palestine is offering powerful solidarity discounts before we go dark on Black Friday in protest of American colonial support for the genocide in Palestine.  Shop our BFCM coll...

Handmade Palestine Holiday Collection 2025

Handmade Palestine’s 2025 holiday collection is here, offering small-batch, fair-trade gifts made with intention and humanity. From olive wood kitchenware to artisan jewelry and handmade holiday ca...

The Star of Bethlehem in Palestinian Tatreez & Check Out Our Embroidery Kits

Discover the rich stories behind Palestinian embroidery (tatreez) and the iconic Star of Bethlehem motif. Each handcrafted stitch carries centuries of heritage, identity, and resilience, connecting...

Felted Wool Crafting in Bethlehem

In the heart of Bethlehem, a small workshop hums with warmth and purpose. Ma’an Lil Hayat — “Together for Life” — brings together Palestinians of all abilities to create beautiful felted wool craft...

Why Christmas Starts in September for Handmade Palestine

Start Christmas early this year with handmade decorations from Palestine. Every olive wood ornament, nativity set, and embroidered star supports artisan families and keeps traditional crafts alive....

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...

Adopt an Olive Tree—A Living Gift of Heritage & Hope

Adopt an Olive Tree in Palestine – A Living Gift Support Palestinian heritage and give a meaningful, sustainable gift by adopting an olive tree at Mashjar Juthour. When you adopt an olive tree, you...

Meet Our Artisans: Nadya Hazbunova

Discover Palestinian jewelry designer Nadya Hazbunova in our next Meet Our Artisan series. From olive wood jewelry to Arabic calligraphy designs, Nadya’s handcrafted work preserves Palestinian heri...