AREEN BOSHEH – The designer behind the collection
Areen Bosheh is an accomplished fashion designer from Ramallah, Palestine. After earning her International Baccalaureate Science Diploma at Ramallah Friends Schools, she pursued a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design at NABA Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti in Milan, practicing her skills in Textile Design and Garment Construction. Areen gained recognition as a top ten finalist in the Designers for the Future competition alongside Lebanese designer Rami Kadi and Jamalouki Magazine.
Upon returning to Palestine, she established her own design studio, focusing on handcrafted pieces tailored to her clients’ needs. Areen also spent two years at Birzeit University as a teaching assistant and mentor, helping to shape future designers. Currently, she collaborates with organizations that support artisans, driving her passion for fashion and community empowerment while continuing to innovate and inspire in the industry.
“I greatly enjoy working with a variety of materials and textiles to create unique, tailored pieces that reflect each client’s personality. My approach blends traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques, ensuring style and comfort. I aim to promote Palestinian culture through fashion, integrating traditional embroidery into contemporary designs. My vision is to empower individuals, celebrating diversity and inclusivity. Additionally, I’m passionate about mentoring aspiring designers, sharing my experiences to guide them in the fashion industry. Ultimately, my journey as a Palestinian fashion designer is about creating art, telling stories, and positively impacting my community.” –Areen
Artisans
Craft Specialty: Palestinian embroidery Artisan
Location: Bethlehem-West Bank
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Samah Mhana, 39 years old, has been passionate about Tatreez since her teenage years, when she first learned the art of embroidery. Driven by a love for Palestinian heritage, Samah is dedicated to helping other women start their own businesses through embroidery. In 2017, she decided to deepen her knowledge and skills, enrolling in further training to perfect her craft. Today, Samah runs her own business, blending traditional embroidery techniques with modern designs while preserving the spirit of Palestinian culture in every piece. Through her work, she aims to empower women and keep the heritage alive for future generations.
Craft Specialty: Palestinian embroidery Artisan
Location: Bethlehem-West Bank
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With 30 years of experience, Amal Thawabetah is a skilled artisan specializing in Palestinian embroidery, including (Tahriri Tatriz) and (Falahi Tatriz). Her journey began as a hobby, inspired by watching her mother and grandmother practice this traditional craft. Motivated by a deep appreciation for her heritage, she decided to learn and master embroidery, transforming it into her lifelong craft. For Amal, embroidery is more than just an art form—it is a tradition passed down through generations. She believes it is essential for everyone to learn and preserve this cultural heritage, ensuring its continuity.
Craft Specialty: Palestinian embroidery Artisan
Location: Hebron-West Bank
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Hasna Hawamdeh, with 30 years of expertise in Tatreez and embroidery, carries on a tradition she learned from her mother and later perfected through vocational training. From her home workshop, she crafts beautiful thobes and embroidered pieces that celebrate Palestinian heritage. Specializing in dresses for henna parties, Hasna finds joy in seeing her work become part of life’s happiest moments.
Craft Specialty: Palestinian embroidery Artisan
Location: Hebron-West Bank
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Nojoud Shalalda, with 22 years of experience in handmade embroidery, learned the art from her mother and has since passed it down to her own daughter. Together, they now collaborate on creating beautiful, embroidered pieces, combining tradition, skill, and a shared passion for preserving their craft. As part of this program, Nojoud and her daughter continue to celebrate and uphold the legacy of Palestinian embroidery.
Craft Specialty: Palestinian Leatherwork Artisan
Location: Hebron-West Bank
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47-year-old Iyad Karama is a skilled leather artisan specializing in handcrafted bags, wallets, belts, and shoes. His workshop, located in the heart of Hebron, reflects the rich tradition of Palestinian leatherworking, utilizing locally sourced materials and time-honored techniques passed down through generations.
Iyad’s passion for this craft began in his childhood when he would visit and work alongside leather artisans after school with his friends. Despite coming from a family with no background in leatherworking, he was captivated by the entire process from a young age, which ultimately led him to pursue it as his profession.
Craft Specialty: Palestinian embroidery Artisan
Location: Hebron-West Bank
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Anwar, 27 years old, grew up surrounded by the beauty of Tatreez watching her mother create with love and dedication to support their family. With 15 years of experience, Anwar now works alongside her mother, crafting and selling beautiful, embroidered pieces. Their collaboration reflects a shared love for preserving Palestinian traditions and creating meaningful, handcrafted designs.
Craft Specialty: Palestinian embroidery Artisan
Location: Bethlehem-West Bank
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Yafa is a young artisan and aspiring designer from Bethlehem with 4 years of experience, driven by a deep passion for Palestinian heritage. Although still early in her career, she is eager to learn and explore how to blend modern design with traditional craftsmanship. Trained at a vocational center, Yafa dreams of creating her own collection that celebrates and highlights Palestinian heritage, combining skilled techniques with contemporary style. Her goal is to highlight the beauty of her culture through her designs while introducing them to a wider audience.
Craft Specialty: Palestinian embroidery & Leatherwork Artisan
Location: Bethlehem-West Bank
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Abeer Brigiah, a talented artisan from Beit Fajar in Bethlehem, is known for her innovative approach to traditional Palestinian embroidery. At 33 years old, she combines her lifelong passion for embroidery, learned from her mother and grandmother, with her expertise in leatherwork and natural straw. Abeer’s signature style involves hand-embroidering intricate designs, including Arabic calligraphy in the Diwani script, directly onto natural leather. Her creations, including bags, clothing, and accessories, beautifully merge heritage with contemporary design.
Abeer’s journey began in 2017, driven by her studies in fashion design and advanced training at the Textile and Fashion Institute. Inspired by individual experiences and the rich stories of her homeland, she views her craft to preserve Palestinian heritage and share it with the world. Her favorite part of the process is transforming a design into a tangible art piece that reflects the authenticity of her culture.
Through her work, Abeer celebrates Palestinian heritage, draws inspiration from nature, and tells powerful stories of her homeland, one stitch at a time.
Craft Specialty: Palestinian embroidery Artisan
Location: Hebron-West Bank
291-25001
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Lamis, a 40-year-old artisan from Hebron, learned embroidery from her mother, who has been creating and selling her products in Jerusalem for 20 years. Growing up, Lamis closely observed her mother’s journey, gaining valuable insights into the craft. Drawing from this experience, she established her own business, specializing in shawls and bags. Her work is deeply rooted in Palestinian heritage, blending traditional embroidery techniques with cultural motifs to create unique and meaningful designs.