The Women's Leather Collective of Marrakech · Marrakech
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES
SIZE
50cm x 50cm x 35cm — 1ft 8in x 1ft 8in x 14in
WEIGHT
950 g
MATERIALS
leather and Sabra silk
PRODUCT ID
#24558
Used as a seat or a foot rest, poufs are one of the most popular items Moroccan crafters offer. They come in all colors and shapes and are customisable depending on the region or the maker.
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MEET THE MAKERS
Rkiya Ibchine
I am married and a mother of five sons, who are all enjoy studying dermatology because it is my husband's profession. I work hard in my association because I want my children to have a bright future. I have experiences in weaving and sewing and focus on continuous training in this field. I would love to innovate more designs and grow our traditional handcraft industry. In my spare time, I take care of my children well and visit family and relatives. I love reading magazines and do search online.
Souad El Bahiz
Souad is the founder of the Women's Leather Collective of Marrakech. Her husband was a famous leather artisans but when he fell ill, Souad took over his business and turned into the the bustling cooperative that it is today. She and her husband have three children and she hopes to grow the cooperative into a profitable, much sought after business in the near future.
VISIT THE VILLAGE
The Women's Leather Collective Of Marrakech 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.
Marrakech, Morocco · about 7 minutes from Marrakech
