As well as being optimistic about the future of his war-ravaged country, Rami Al Ali has other reasons to be upbeat: he is ...

Motifs, Patterns & Symbols Palestinian tatreez is an intricate and deep art as it includes symbols, shapes and motifs that come together to tell a story. Each area of Palestine has its own style and ...

Ameer, a Saudi calligrapher, is deeply passionate about the art of Arabic calligraphy. In this series, he begins by walking us through the history and evolution of the script. “It is considered one of ...

Weaving ikats (named for both the way of making and the pattern) is a true labor of love: the construction of warp and weft textiles—even more complicated when incorporating both, which is dubbed a ...

Across the Maghreb, men and women wear the djellaba—a hooded, full-length robe with wide sleeves and a pointed qob (hood).

Arabic Mehndi Design Arabic mehndi designs are a classic when it comes to Eid-ul-Adha. These designs combine the best of all, beautiful floral motifs, delicate vines, and flowing patterns that look ...

Botanical Tatreez Workshop Tatreez comes from the Arabic word for embroidery and is a form of Palestinian cross-stitch. Each village and city have developed their own distinct style of tatreez, with ...

This design is perfect for those who love wearing mehendi and experimenting with intricate patterns. It allows you to blend various elements like flowers, spirals, leaves, peacock motifs, and artistic ...

Arabic mehendi designs are a favourite choice for Eid because of their simplicity and elegance. These patterns include bold floral motifs, vines, and leaves with minimal shading, often leaving parts ...

These include symmetrical patterns like hexagons, diamonds, and chevrons, which are achieved by weaving jute in contrasting colors. Geometric patterns bring a modern look while retaining the natural ...