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Come Home: What We Found On The Road This Summer

This summer, one of the greatest gifts of our US tour wasn't just meeting new allies—it was meeting Palestinians from the diaspora who are finding their way back to their roots. Through stories of ...

Palestinian Embroidery Book + Doll Bundle PLUS Join Us in NorCal

Discover one of the most beloved books on Palestinian tatreez. Pair Palestinian Embroidery: Traditional Fallahi Cross Stitch with our Handmade Palestinian Girl Doll for our special $200 bundle—a be...

Keffiyeh vs Kufiya vs Shemagh: What Is the Difference?

If you have spent any time researching the Palestinian keffiyeh, you have almost certainly encountered several different names for what appears to be the same garment. Keffiyeh. Kufiya. Shemagh. Ha...

How to Tie a Keffiyeh: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Before anything else, the keffiyeh is not a fashion accessory. It is a symbol of Palestinian identity, resistance, and steadfastness that has been worn by Palestinian farmers, workers, and families...

How to Tie a Keffiyeh: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Before anything else, the keffiyeh is not a fashion accessory. It is a symbol of Palestinian identity, resistance, and steadfastness that has been worn by Palestinian farmers, workers, and families...

Heritage Themes We Love | Beit Doqo Brass Jewelry + Join us in Corvallis, Oregon!

Every piece of Beit Doqo brass jewellery celebrates Palestine. Inspired by symbols of heritage—from traditional coffee pots and embroidered thobs to Gaza strawberries, the Palestinian sunbird and w...

Our Za’atar, the Love Story Behind the Blend & Mississippi Ave Street Fair—Here We Come 💚

Every bag of Handmade Palestine’s za’atar tells a story of love, resilience and connection to the land. Meet the family behind our handcrafted blend, discover why this cherished Palestinian staple ...

The Story of Dawud’s Mother’s Tree: The Story of Every Palestinian

Dawud’s story is one of love, loss, and quiet resistance. Through a single olive tree dedicated to his mother, he carries forward a connection to Kifr Birem—where return is complicated, but belongi...

Why Our Sterling Silver Pieces Are So Precious

Every sterling silver piece in our collection begins with a hand-picked olive leaf from the ancient Roman olive trees of Bethlehem. Carefully crafted by skilled Palestinian artisans, each piece is ...

How to Wear a Keffiyeh: 5 Ways to Style Palestine's Iconic Scarf

The Palestinian keffiyeh is one of the most recognizable garments in the world. It has been worn by farmers in the fields of Palestine, by activists on the streets of New York, by grandmothers in r...