Cooperative Tiglmamin · Khenifra
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES
SIZE
2m 8cm x 1m 49cm x 3cm — 6ft 10in x 4ft 11in x 1in
WEIGHT
5400 g
MATERIALS
Wool and Cotton Warp
PRODUCT ID
#10220
This rug varies from one region to another according to color, decoration and production method. Made of natural wool this rug is quite versatile, in the winter the pile side is placed up to keep things warmer and in the summer the pile side is placed face down to keep things cooler. Each knot is individually tied by hand making it a true feat of craftsmanship.
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MEET THE MAKERS
Fatima Ousbigh
Fatima was born in 1956, she is a widow with six children, four boys and two girls. Fatima learned the art of weaving at home from her mother. After she married she learned how to make a special type of hanbel known as the βhasera.β The hasera is made using dried palm leaves that are woven with wool into a truly unique rug, this is very difficult work. She decided to join the cooperative because her children are older and she wants the work. Fatima hopes to share a piece of her culture with the world.
VISIT THE VILLAGE
Cooperative Tiglmamin hosts visitors in their village — share tea, watch the artisans at work, and see the craft up close. Visits start at $17 per person, and most of it goes straight to the group.
Khenifra, Morocco · about 2h 40m from Fes
