Born in Talsint in 1974 Zahra is married and has two daughters. Zahra completed her studies through the fifth grade. She learned how to make baskets from her older sister and has a little experience with weaving rugs. Zahra does sewing work on the side and studies the Koran in her spare time. This is Zahra’s first experience being a member of an association. Zahra hopes that the teaching and education around handicraft will continue because it is a source of strength for many families in Talsint.
Born in 1991 in Jerada near the city of Oujda. Iman and her family returned to Talsint, where her family was originally from, when she was a child. Iman studied until sixth grade when she no longer wanted to attend school. Iman is currently the Treasurer of the Talsint Handicraft Association. Iman learned basket making at home and currently has no other work. She has used the profits from her basket sales to travel and hopes to someday complete her studies.
Born in 1984 in Talsint, Fatima completed most of her high school education. She is married and has a daughter and son. Growing up Fatima worked with her mother on rugs but she learned how to make baskets through her time working with the association. Her craftsmanship and design have steadily improved over time and she is one of the association’s highest sellers. Fatima attends the local women’s center where she has learned how to sew and crochet. With her basket earnings she aspires to build a better life for her children.
Details
7ft 3in x 4ft x 1in
2m 22cm x 1m 21cm x 3cm
6134 grams
Traditional Loom,
Iseka and Spindle,
Taska
Wool,
Cotton Warp
Product ID: 9660
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Description
Pile knot rugs are plush, warm rugs commonly woven with traditional symbols that are unique to the surrounding region. During the winter, the pile side is placed up to keep things warmer and for the summer the pile side is placed face down on the ground to keep things cooler.
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