Association Afous Gafous · Ouarzazate
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WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES
SIZE
2m 88cm x 1m 52cm x 2cm — 9ft 5in x 5ft x 1in
WEIGHT
4120 g
MATERIALS
Cotton String
PRODUCT ID
#13229
One of two types that the association specializes in, Hanbels are easily the more popular item. The designs of each Hanbel incorporates a design that blends the personal taste of the association president with the colors and designs prevalent in the area surrounding Ouarzazate.
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MEET THE MAKERS
Fatima Ait Ihya
Fatima was born in Aguim and moved to the Ouarzazate region when she married. Today, her and her husband have five children. Fatima specializes in all the types of rugs the association makes.
Fatima Anasiri
Fatima, born in the 80's, is the second youngest member of the association at the time of writing. Fatima did not attend school but is currently studying how to read and write in local literacy classes. She hopes that through her sales, she'll be able to provide for her future family.
Khadija Atraz
VISIT THE VILLAGE
Association Afous Gafous hosts visitors in their village — share tea, watch the artisans at work, and see the craft up close. Visits start at $21 per person, and most of it goes straight to the group.
Ouarzazate, Morocco · about 2 hours 48 mins from Marrakech
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