Palestinian Embroidery
Palestinian Embroidery Society of Jordan
The Artists
The Palestinian Embroidery Society of Jordan (PESJ) was founded by Indigo
Traders to help sustain the intricate art of traditional Palestinian embroidery.
The Society is made up of skilled and seasoned embroiderers who now reside
in Jordan. Also bringing talent and enthusiasm to the Society, a new generation
of young Palestinian women is eager to carry on the embroidery tradition.
Working together, Palestinian women of all ages are creating opportunities
to sell their unique and exquisite form of art.
The Mission
The Society’s mission is twofold:
First, to provide a source of income for Palestinian
women and their families during a time when opportunities are scarce. Modern
technology and the Internet offer an exciting outlet for Palestinian women
to sell their art. The Society offers business resources and teaches women
the skills needed to expand their opportunities.
Secondly, the Society’s mission is to
help sustain the art itself. As regional folkways are threatened, it is
essential that traditional designs be preserved and taught to younger generations.
As oral tradition remains the most significant link between generations
and their heritage, modern technology ensures that little is lost in between
PESJ Products at Indigo Traders
Indigo Traders proudly offers many items hand-crafted by the Palestinian Embroidery Society of Jordan (PESJ) at our storefront gallery. Traditional items include hand-embroidered pillows, wall-hangings and dresses.
Additionally, PESJ makes our Syrian silk duvet covers, pillows and shams. These creations successfully combine old-world fabrics with modern bedding requirements.
Print Resources
Palestinian Costume by Shelagh Weir. Published by British Museum Press, 1994.
Traditional Palestinian Embroidery and Jewelry by Abed Al-Samih Abu Omar. Published by Al-Shark Arab Press in Jerusalem, 1987.
The National Palestinian Costume by Sherif Knaena, Omar Hamdan, Nabil El-Kham and Walid Rabeh. Published by the Arabic Studies Association, 1982.
Embroidering a Life: Palestinian Woman and Embroidery by Elizabeth Price. Produced by Sunbula in cooperation with the Palestinian Heritage Center.
Palestinian Folk Dresses - Traditional and Modern by The Family Care Society, Amman, Jordan.