Association Timouzounin · Ouarzazate
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES
SIZE
1m 16cm x 72cm x 1cm — 3ft 10in x 2ft 4in x 1in
WEIGHT
1736 g
MATERIALS
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PRODUCT ID
#16354
The designs made by the association are rooted in the long weaving history of the region. Many of these rugs, known as Taznakht rugs, are made distinct by bright reds and yellows, colors that represent the landscape in which the rugs were made. These bohemian style rugs have a contemporary feel while incorporating traditional Moroccan designs.
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MEET THE MAKERS
Bouassi Safia
Bouassi Safia was born in the late 70’s and is originally from Tadula Zanfi. Safia never attended school, but she has been determined to read and write, and is currently taking literacy classes offered by the association. She learned how to weave from her mom and hopes to use her weaving skills within the association to support her four children as they are currently studying in school.
VISIT THE VILLAGE
Association Timouzounin 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.
Ouarzazate, Morocco · about 2 heures 53 minutes from Marrakech
