Creating handmade wool is a labour-intensive process that requires dedication, attention to detail, and a deep appreciation for the craft. The wool I work with comes from original local Palestinian breed sheep, sheared just once a year. It is important to me that these sheep are not hybrid with non-local breeds, as their wool would […]
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This December 2024, my work “Borderless Weave” found a home at the Lucia Mendoza Gallery in Madrid as part of Relational Routes’s collective exhibition, creatively directed curation by Martin Jimenez Javier, features my piece. The gallery has long been known for creating dialogues between different artistic practices, and it’s dedicated to driving contemporary art towards
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It is a profound honour to receive the 1st Honorable Mention at the Contextile Biennale 2024, an international exhibition that showcases innovative and contemporary textile art. The biennale exhibited the artworks of 50 international artists out of 1400. Representing Palestine myself, this recognition affirms my commitment to using wool as a medium to explore themes
One of the artist’s accomplishments throughout the project was exploring the traditional ground loom used by Palestinian women. After designing a range of beautifully woven stools, she revived the ground loom, recognizing its essential role in weaving, which had become disconnected from the Palestinian urban scene. She integrated the loom’s mechanism into a chair, transforming
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‘If you drive from the city of Ramallah to the village of Mughayyir, through the car window, you see ochre lands, olive trees, already harvested wheat fields, light-coloured buildings, and a bright blue sky. It’s a vision quite similar to what one might see if, crossing part of the Iberian Peninsula, you go from Sigüenza
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I Participated through an open call of Tadafuq; an artistic program developed in Palestine, supported by several local and European institutions, for which it gathers Young artists from fragmented geopolitical compartments inside and outside Palestine. Tadafuq seeks to overcome physical borders and arbitrary checkpoints through artistic expression, an exhibition held in Casa Árabe in Madrid,
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I am thrilled to share that Harper’s Bazaar Interiors magazine recently published an article about my work titled “The Art of Resistance.” This article sheds light on my practice and my critical work to preserve the Palestinian heritage craft of weaving through my social enterprise, Woolwoman. Thanks to Ayesha S. Shehmir, the magazine editor, for
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Introducing Woolwoman Services Welcome to Woolwoman Services, where we specialize in woolly interior styling using natural Palestinian wool. We collaborate with architects and interior designers to create stunning spaces that meet their needs and add a touch of elegance to Palestinian interiors. A Collaborative Approach In a recent project, we enjoyed working with Warshe, a
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Many customers often wonder how pets interact with wool furniture. Surprisingly, pets love the warmth and texture that wool provides. It’s not strange considering that wool is a natural material that harmonizes well with living things. Pets, particularly cats, find wool furniture incredibly comfortable. They often rest and sleep on woolen benches and stools, even
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It is essential to properly care for natural wool fibers by taking precautions against moth attacks. To ensure the longevity of our products, follow these steps Firstly, it is recommended to air and put the items in sunlight to avoid wet and dark conditions that might attract moths. Secondly, we advise vacuuming the chairs once
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