Beginner Tatreez Workshop with Samar Abdrabbou
Open: 14:00 - 17:00 hrs
Tickets: € 20
Discover the art of Tatreez, the traditional Palestinian embroidery that weaves together history, stories, and cultural identity. Each intricate motif and pattern carries meaning, reflecting the resilience, creativity, and heritage of Palestinian communities. Tatreez is more than decorative stitching, it is a living tradition that connects the past with the present, offering a unique opportunity to engage with a craft that is both artistic and deeply meaningful.
This hands-on, two-part workshop offers an immersive journey into Tatreez, combining cultural insight with practical skills. The first session introduces the foundations of embroidery, guiding you step by step through traditional techniques while exploring the symbolism behind classic patterns. In the second session, you will learn how to apply Tatreez to clothing and wearable items, experimenting with designs to create your own personalized pieces.
The workshop is led by Samar Abedrabo, a Tatreez artist and founder of SAMARKAND, who is coming all the way from occupied Palestine to share her expertise and passion.
All materials are provided, and no prior experience is required. By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with completed Tatreez pieces, enhanced skills, and a deeper appreciation for this enduring and inspiring art form.
During this beginner workshop, you will receive an introductory session for anyone new to Tatreez. Learn the foundational techniques of Palestinian embroidery while gaining insight into the meanings behind traditional motifs and patterns. Participants will:
Discover the cultural significance of Tatreez motifs and designs.
Learn basic stitching techniques step by step.
Begin creating your own Tatreez piece under guided instruction.
About Samar
Samar Abdrabbou is a Palestinian cultural practitioner and human rights advocate, and the founder of Samarkand, a cultural initiative dedicated to preserving and sharing the Palestinian art of Tatreez “traditional embroidery”. She holds a BA in International Law and Human Rights from Bard College and is currently based in Palestine, where she also works as Programme Manager at Made in Palestine (MIP), a non-profit supporting Palestinian communities through humanitarian and economic initiatives. Through Samarkand, Samar works with Palestinian women artisans, research, and storytelling to position Tatreez as a living practice of cultural memory, identity, and resistance.
Snacks will also be provided during this workshop.
The workshop also comes with a free ticket to a double documentary screening on Sunday evening (29/3) where we will be showing multiple films about Palestinian art. Also a discussion with both directors will follow the films.
See some of Samars work on Instagram www.instagram.com/samr.knd
