Celebrating the Historic Art of Palestinian Embroidery

Join Yasmeen Bsaiso to explore how Palestinian women used to embroider exotic pieces that survived multiple generations to date.

Yasmeen will be drawing on her roots, readings and the hands-on practice sessions she had with old Palestinian women. She will give an overview of Palestinian embroidery for the period 1850 to 1950 and tell stories about the history of design, colour and fabrics used across Palestine.

Yasmeen will also demonstrate a live practice of embroidery with one beautiful motif that was found on dresses for hundreds of years.

Hosted by: Catherine Thornhill who is the Head Bookworm at the ShelterBox Book Club.

Host or Publisher MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival.