Handmade Blog

Celebrating the Kharoub Harvest: A Palestinian Tradition-the Native Carob Tree

The kharoub tree is one of the many trees indigenous to Palestine. It’s known for the delicious, nutritious, and versatile fruits its bears each...

Adopt an Olive Tree in Palestine: donate to support Palestinian farmers today

Adopting an olive tree from our friends at Mashjar Juthour is a wonderful way to help protect this beautiful tree and support the biodiversity of P...

Call for Creative Content from Gaza

Are you passionate about Palestinian cultural heritage? We are seeking to connect with content creators in Gaza for two artisan visits.

Sustainable Back to School Shopping

With school just around the corner, stocking up your backpack with sustainable and ethical products is a perfect way to start the year! So we’ve pu...

Meet Ayed: The Artist Behind Qastina Design’s Heirloom Recipe Totes and Aprons

From makloubeh to kalayat bandoura, Ayed Arafah from Qastina Designs illustrates beloved Palestinian foods onto a number of tote bags and aprons. W...

What Does World Conservation Day Mean for Palestine?

When World Conservation Day comes around every year on July 28, we’re reminded of how important it is to be dedicated to protecting the land, espec...

Celebrating Traditional Palestinian Foods of the Summer Season

What’s better than a refreshing, satisfying meal on a summer day? From salads, fruits, and delicious meats, there are a number of traditional Pales...

Our Ethics: Empowering our Artisans through Fair Trade

What does it really mean to truly be an ethical brand? Here at Handmade Palestine, we strive to put our artisans first. We embrace fair trade pract...

Best Ways to Care for your Olive Wood Products

Olive wood products are some of the most beautiful and intricate items you can fill your home with. But it’s important to properly care for your pr...

Eid al Adha in Palestine: Traditions and Celebrations

June 28 marks the start of Eid al Adha in Palestine this year! This is one of the most important Islamic holidays, lasting around 3-4 days, and is ...

Gift Ideas for Shopping Ethically This Father’s Day

When you’re buying a gift for your dad this Father’s Day, you can make a meaningful impact by shopping ethically. So for this Father’s Day, we’ve c...

Palestinian Traditional Food: A Wheat Culture

In Palestine, wheat is a very important part of the culture. You can find multiple varieties of wheat growing here on the land, and you'll also not...

The Nakba: Remembering the Dispossessed Palestinian Villages

The Nakba, or catastrophe, took place 75 years ago on May 15. This day marks the mass expulsion of over 750,000 Palestinians from their homes, the ...