The Women's Leather Collective of Marrakech · Marrakech
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES
SIZE
45cm x 45cm x 30cm — 18in x 18in x 12in
WEIGHT
1200 g
MATERIALS
leather and Sabra silk
PRODUCT ID
#12973
Used as a seat or a foot rest, poufs are one of the most popular items Moroccan crafters offer. They come in all colors and shapes and are customisable depending on the region or the maker.
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MEET THE MAKERS
Siham Errouk
From Marrakesh, Siham is married and a mother with three kids who all attend schools. My husband and I work hard and hope to up bring our standard of living for our children and help them to achieve their goals. I hope my children can join this association and together practice, innovate and learn the traditional handcraft industry in order to improve the standard of living and reduce poverty and marginalisation. In my spare time, I take care of my house and my children, then I visit family and loved ones.
Souad El Bahiz
Souad is the founder of the Women's Leather Collective of Marrakech. Her husband was a famous leather artisans but when he fell ill, Souad took over his business and turned into the the bustling cooperative that it is today. She and her husband have three children and she hopes to grow the cooperative into a profitable, much sought after business in the near future.
VISIT THE VILLAGE
The Women's Leather Collective Of Marrakech 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.
Marrakech, Morocco · about 7 minutes from Marrakech
