Imelghas Women's Cooperative · Ait Bouguemez
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES
SIZE
2m 11cm x 1m 34cm x 2cm — 6ft 11in x 4ft 5in x 1in
WEIGHT
5000 g
MATERIALS
Wool String and Wool
PRODUCT ID
#17016
Beni Ourain rugs are known for being made in the north east of Morocco, not in the Ait Bougamez Valley. However, the heritage of many women in Imelghas is linked to the Beni Ourain tribe, through marriage for example, and is is why you'll see many Beni Ourain and Beni Ourain style rugs made by Cooperative of Imelghaus.
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MEET THE MAKERS
Samir Fatima
Fatma was born in 1961 in Bimghlass. She is a widow with 3 daughters, two of them are married and she now lives with the third. Fatma learned weaving from her mom when she was a kid. She uses her craft as a source of income to support herself and her daughters.
Fatima Amhzaz
Fatima Ahzmaz was born in 1988 in AkhfNighir. She is married with two kids. Fatima has never been to school which made her learn the textile craft from a young age. This craft is practiced by most of the women in the AkhfNighir region. With this craft Fatima supports her husband and kids.
VISIT THE VILLAGE
Imelghas Women's Cooperative 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.
Ait Bouguemez, Morocco · about 4h from Marakech
