crafts

The Secret World of Tatreez: From Orange Blossoms to the Nakba

Tatreez, or Palestinian embroidery, is a textile art form which consists of intricate geometric patterns…

Amina Yabis: Empowering Women One Djellaba Button at a Time

In 2000, Amina Yabis got the idea to create a female-only cooperative in her hometown of Sefrou. The Cherry Buttons Cooperative – which creates beautiful crafts out of traditionally crafted djellaba buttons – has continued to pave the way for women in Sefrou, particularly for women otherwise pushed to the margins of society.

Middle East gifts
Pink Jinn’s Middle East & North Africa Inspired Holiday Gift Guide 2020

Here’s our ultimate list of our favourite products from the Middle East and North Africa, featuring gifts perfect for Arabic students and anyone interested in the region. There’s something for everyone on this list, so if you’re looking to buy thoughtful gifts from impactful brands this year, look no further!

DAMASCUS & PALMYRA | New to the Souq – fair trade crochet clutch bags made in Syria

We are delighted to introduce to the Pink Jinn Souq two new products: The DAMASCUS and PALMYRA crochet clutch bags. These beauties were made by a women’s cooperative in Syria which provides employment to women who have lost their livelihoods as a result of the conflict.

3 Middle Eastern crafts to try at home

Here’s everything you need to get started at home with three beautiful traditional Middle Eastern crafts – Arabic calligraphy, Palestinian embroidery, and Islamic geometric art.

New to the Souq: KHALIL | Arabic Coffee Cups Made in Palestine

We are SO excited to introduce these stunning Arabic coffee cups made in Palestine to…