Cooperative Tiglmamin · Khenifra
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES
SIZE
1m 47cm x 75cm x 2cm — 4ft 10in x 2ft 6in x 1in
WEIGHT
1800 g
MATERIALS
Cotton Warp, Recycled Clothing, and Recycled Sweaters
PRODUCT ID
#13603
A Boucherouite is a thick colorful rug made from recycled sweaters that are woven and repurposed into new, unique designs. Boucherouites were originally created out of necessity but are now a coveted item for decorating a modern home.
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MEET THE MAKERS
Fatima Ousbigh
Fatima was born in 1956, she is a widow with six children, four boys and two girls. Fatima learned the art of weaving at home from her mother. After she married she learned how to make a special type of hanbel known as the “hasera.” The hasera is made using dried palm leaves that are woven with wool into a truly unique rug, this is very difficult work. She decided to join the cooperative because her children are older and she wants the work. Fatima hopes to share a piece of her culture with the world.
VISIT THE VILLAGE
Cooperative Tiglmamin hosts visitors in their village — share tea, watch the artisans at work, and see the craft up close. Visits start at $17 per person, and most of it goes straight to the group.
Khenifra, Morocco · about 2h 40m from Fes
