Association Tadighoust · Goulmima
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES
SIZE
1m 90cm x 1m 43cm x 2cm — 6ft 3in x 4ft 8in x 1in
WEIGHT
7360 g
MATERIALS
Natural Sheep Wool, Assorted Threads, and Cotton String
PRODUCT ID
#14986
Pile knot rugs are plush and warm rugs commonly woven in Muoy and often contain traditional symbols unique to the surrounding region.
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MEET THE MAKERS
Nora Ait Alal
Nora studied in school until the sixth grade. Several years later she married young and is now a widow. She supports her one child through her work at the association. She hopes that she can continue improving her craft so she and her association can sell more and improve their livelihoods.
Aicha Chaouai
Aicha Chaouai born in Ksar Mouy, she is a widow and mother of six children. She learned weaving at home with her mother and later developed her skills within the cooperative. She hopes to teach weaving to her granddaughters.
VISIT THE VILLAGE
Association Tadighoust hosts visitors in their village — share tea, watch the artisans at work, and see the craft up close. Visits start at $14 per person, and most of it goes straight to the group.
Goulmima, Morocco · about 6 hours 7 mins from Fez
