Imelghas Women's Cooperative · Ait Bouguemez
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES
SIZE
2m 16cm x 1m 37cm x 1cm — 7ft 1in x 4ft 6in x 1in
WEIGHT
4000 g
MATERIALS
Wool String and Wool
PRODUCT ID
#19046
Flatweaves, known as hanbels in Ait Bouguemez, are primarily used for decoration in the Ait Bougamez valley. These durable handmade rugs can add natural colors to any open room.
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MEET THE MAKERS
Fatima Adoudi
Fatima was born in the Ait Bougamez valley just north of where the Imghlaus cooperative is located. She and her husband, a farmer, have five children and 11 grand children, some of whom also work in the cooperative. Fatima has worked in the cooperative since it began and specializes in washing and preparing the wool for each carpet. When Fatima is not working at the cooperative, she can be found working in the fields or completing chores at her house. She hopes that through the sales of her carpets, the cooperative will succeed in its mission of improving the lives of women in Imghlaus.
Fatima Ahknini
Fatima has only recently settled in the village of Imghlaus. Her husband was a soldier in the army and as a result, they lived in different places throughout Morocco. They currently have six children and are expecting grandchildren soon. Fatima has been a member of the cooperative since it began and hopes that it continues growing!
VISIT THE VILLAGE
Imelghas Women's Cooperative 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.
Ait Bouguemez, Morocco · about 4h from Marakech
