72% goes to the makers 17% runs the site & pays the artisans who run it — Anou is a cooperative 11% shipping
SIZE
2m 2cm x 1m 13cm x 1cm — 6ft 8in x 3ft 8in x 1in
WEIGHT
3340 g
MATERIALS
Naturally Dyed Wool, Natural Wool, Cotton String, Khrkum, and Taroubiya
PRODUCT ID
#16352
One of two types that the association specializes in, Hanbels are easily the more popular item. The designs of each Hanbel incorporates a design that blends the personal taste of the association president with the colors and designs prevalent in the area surrounding Ouarzazate.
Mina was born in the Ourzazate region in 1970 and has lived in the area ever since. She enrolled in school but at the end of 3rd grade she dropped out to help support her family. Today, her primary source of income is through the sales her rugs. In the future, she hopes that the association grows and expands.
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See where this piece was made
Association Afous Gafous hosts visitors in their village — share tea, watch the artisans at work, and see the craft up close. Visits start at $21 per person, and most of it goes straight to the group.
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