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Gaza: An Ancient Cradle of Culture, Now Shattered
Gaza’s heritage has been shattered — its markets silenced, its orchards burned, its artisans displaced. For over 3,000 years, Gaza was a cultural crossroads, rich with poetry, embroidery, copperwor...
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International Day of Tatreez: New Crafts and What Your Support Means
Today is International Day of Tatreez, a day of importance in Palestine. Let's go back and talk about its history and the meaning of tatreez and share some of our new products with you. A HISTOR...
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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...
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Majdalawi Fabric: The Endangered Jewel of Palestinian Textiles
Discover Majdalawi fabric—an endangered Palestinian handwoven textile and support artisans preserving this heritage through handmade crafts.
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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
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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