68% goes to the makers 16% runs the site & pays the artisans who run it — Anou is a cooperative 16% shipping
SIZE
2m 23cm x 1m 40cm x 2cm — 7ft 4in x 4ft 7in x 1in
WEIGHT
4000 g
MATERIALS
Wool String and Wool
PRODUCT ID
#25421
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.
Malika was born in Amlghas, and is now married. She learned carpet weaving when she was a child from her mom.
Malika Aajijin
Malika was born in 1986. She is married with two kids. Fatima lives in Amghles Village where she learned how to weave from her mom, which is the main activity for women in that region. She joined the association in order to support her family.
VISIT THE VILLAGE
See where this piece was made
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.
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