Handmade Blog

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...

Palestinian Textiles: Weaving Culture, Resistance & Identity

Palestinian textiles are more than fabric — they are memory, identity, and resilience stitched by hand. From tatreez embroidery and Majdalawi fabric to wool felting and natural dyes, Palestine’s te...

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....

Meet Our Artisans: Zaytouna Jewelry – Silversmiths of Bethlehem

From the olive groves of Bethlehem to hands around the world, Zaytouna Jewelry carries the spirit of Palestine in silver. Each leaf is picked from ancient trees, cast with care, and transformed int...

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...

The Thob: A Living Thread of Palestinian History

More than a dress, the Palestinian thob tells stories — of region, identity, resistance, and love. Hand-embroidered using the traditional art of tatreez, each thob carries symbols passed down throu...

Tatreez 101: Our Answers to Your Questions About Palestinian Tatreez

Tatreez 101: Your Guide to Palestinian Embroidery Tatreez is a centuries-old Palestinian art form, rich with culture and meaning. Passed down through generations, this intricate hand-stitching ador...