Bags & Pouches
Jewelry
This tote bag is carefully handmade by Akram, an artist from the Aida refugee camp in Bethlehem. Each stitch reflects resilience and creativity, bridging traditional craft with cultural commitment.
Crafted from keffiyeh fabric, Palestine’s most iconic textile, this bag represents more than a simple accessory. Its keffiyeh motif is present on both sides, embodying memory, identity, and cultural resistance.
Measuring 37x40 cm and made from 100% high-quality cotton, this tote bag is both spacious and durable. With its double-sided design, it is as aesthetic as it is functional, perfect for shopping, books, or daily use.
By choosing this tote bag, you directly support Akram and Palestinian craftsmanship. Each unique piece helps preserve Bethlehem’s culture and artisanal heritage.
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In the heart of the Aida refugee camp in Bethlehem, Akram transforms the scars of occupation into unique works of art. This Palestinian artisan, known for his creativity and meticulous craftsmanship, collects remnants of violence—such as tear gas canisters and other munitions fired by the Israeli army at the camp’s residents—and turns them into meaningful pieces like keychains and pendants that carry a powerful message of hope.
Akram also works with olive wood, Palestine’s iconic material, and incorporates centuries-old embroidery and traditional keffiyehs to create original items: boxes, bags, jewelry, and decorative objects. Every piece is handmade in his workshop within Aida camp, making each creation a testament to resilience and Palestinian identity.
By supporting Akram’s work, you not only help preserve exceptional craftsmanship but also contribute to transforming the daily suffering of Palestinians into a message of resistance and dignity, shared with the world through art.
