Pileknot Rug

Hafida Bertal

Hafida Bartal, born in 1986, is a traditional artisan, married, and the mother of three children. She learned her craft from her mother at a young age and has developed her skills through years of practice, helping preserve this traditional heritage and pass it on to future generations.

Itto Khifnou

Itto Khifnou is a traditional artisan, homemaker, and a married mother of three children. She learned the art of weaving from her mother and grandmother and joined the cooperative at the time of its founding. Passionate about preserving Morocco’s rich weaving heritage, she aspires to further develop her skills, help safeguard this traditional craft by passing it on to future generations, and earn a stable income to support her family.

Fatima Mhamdi

Fatima Mhamdi is house wife, and traditional artisan. She is married and mother of three children. She learned weaving from her grandmother, who introduced her to craft at an early age. Having practiced weaving since childhood, she joined the cooperative when it was first established, her aspiration is to further develop her expertise in weaving while earning a sustainable income that enables her to enjoy a dignified and fulfilling life

Fatima Aqachtoul

Fatima Aqachtoul is a traditional artisan and a widow. She inherited her craftsmanship from her ancestors and joined the cooperative four months after its establishment. Passionate about preserving Morocco’s rich artisanal heritage, she hopes to earn a stable income that enables her to live with dignity and pass on her knowledge and craftsmanship to future generations.

Aicha Bouzkhnine

Aicha Bouzekhnine is a traditional artisan who is single. She learned traditional craftsmanship from her mother and joined the cooperative four months after its establishment. Passionate about preserving Morocco’s artisanal heritage, she aspires to further develop her skills and earn a stable income that enables her to live with dignity.