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Like Sabra, Beni Mrirt Rugs Don't Really Exist Either

May 26, 2026 · Advice

Like Sabra, Beni Mrirt Rugs Don't Really Exist Either

Google Trends, "Beni Mrirt" worldwide search interest, January 2007 – May 2026. Captured May 2026.The first email we ever got from a customer asking about a "Beni Mrirt" rug arrived in September 2019. It came as a screenshot from an Etsy listing. We hadn't heard the term before. Six years later, it'

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November 29, 2025 · Advice

Getting to the Anou Store in Fes

Planning a visit to Morocco's only artisan-run store? Here's everything you need to know about getting to our space in the heart of the Fes …

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Workshops and Residencies: Expanding the Artisan Economy

October 30, 2025 · Advice

Workshops and Residencies: Expanding the Artisan Economy

Kabira, president of Cooperative Tizi Nougdal, are now hosting their own workshops in Setti Fadma. You can now book workshops directly with them at theanou.com/experiences …

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December 14, 2020 · Advice

Buying and Sourcing Moroccan Vintage Rugs: What You Need to Know

Moroccan vintage rugs don’t really exist. This simple fact is all you actually need to know when determining whether that person who is selling you …

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The Artisan's Store

November 27, 2019 · Advice

The Artisan's Store

Artisans Brahim El Mansouri, Mohssine Benjalloun, Rachida Ousbigh, Kenza Oulaghda, Mustapha Chaouai, work with designer Matthew Long to design Anou's new artisan store in Fes. …

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Want a Custom Made Rug or Craft? Learn How With Anou!

September 12, 2014 · Advice

Want a Custom Made Rug or Craft? Learn How With Anou!

Custom orders on TheAnou.com are easy. All you have to do is find any product that you love on the site and look for the …

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September 6, 2014 · Advice

Are you a retailer? Want to support the artisan community in Morocco?

Through Anou's online store, you can expand your business all while making a real impact in the lives of artisans across Morocco. Learn more about …

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September 3, 2014 · Advice

How Do I Clean My Moroccan Rug?

When we were first asked how to clean and take care of Moroccan rugs, we simply asked the artisans who made them. β€œWell,” they said, …

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What is the Difference Between a Flatweave, Pile Knot and Beni Ourain Rug?

August 23, 2014 · Advice

What is the Difference Between a Flatweave, Pile Knot and Beni Ourain Rug?

A customer recently wrote in and asked us what exactly is the difference between a flatweave, pile knot and Beni Ourain rug? We thought there would be …

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