Association Timouzounin · Ouarzazate
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES
SIZE
1m 72cm x 2cm x 1cm — 5ft 8in x 1in x 1in
WEIGHT
2687 g
MATERIALS
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PRODUCT ID
#20478
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.
COLORS IN THIS PIECE
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MEET THE MAKERS
Khadija Baousi
Khadija is a Tadula Zanfi native and was born in the village in the early 1980’s. Khadija is married with four children. While she never attended school, Khadija is currently enrolled in her association’s literacy classes. She learned how to weave from her mom and her sister and specializes in pile knot rugs. She works at the association only in her free time as there currently isn’t enough work yet. However, she hopes that in the future, the association will improve and be able to provide her and her fellow weavers with a better life filled with more work opportunities.
Samira Oubrka
Samira was born in Tadula Zanfi in the early 90’s. She attended school until the sixth grade. She learned how to weave from her mother but has continued to improve and diversify her skills in weaving and embroidery at her association. She hopes that through the association she will be able to continue developing her skills so she and her family can live a peaceful, stable life.
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
