Beni-Ourain

Name: Beni-Ourain
Brand: Anou
SKU: 10162
Price: 465 USD
Availability: InStock

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SIZE

2m 22cm x 1m x 3cm — 7ft 3in x 3ft 3in x 1in

WEIGHT

5078 g

MATERIALS

Cotton Thread, Wool , and Spindle

PRODUCT ID

#10162

The Beni-Ourain rug is used daily in the lives of local Moroccans. They are used for everything from bed covers to simple living room rugs. They can also be used for special occasions, like weddings. It is said that the women transfer their feelings into these rugs while crafting them.

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Handmade by 1 member of Association Zaouia

Fatima Ait Haddou

Fatima was born in Ait Chaaouali. She moved to Sidi Yahya after getting married and has three children. Her son is currently attending high school, very far away from home. While her other son dropped out due to the distance. Her youngest daughter is 3 years old. Fatima learned how to weave at her home growing up and makes Beni-Ourain rugs. She joined Association Zaouia in 2012. Her goal is to help her children finish school and graduate.

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