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Welcome
Copyright 2011. Indigo Traders, all rights reserved.
Our story begins over thirteen years ago when we met by chance in Amman, Jordan. We found we shared an admiration for the rich cultures of the Middle East and the beautiful arts and crafts of the region. We began collecting textiles with hopes of one day opening a store of our own. Our first pieces include hand-loomed carpets from the talented Bani Hamida tribe of Jordan, an industry revitalized by the efforts of Queen Noor. We also collected rare, hand-embroidered Palestinian dresses and shawls. After relocating to the United States, we spent nearly five years collecting products and developing our business. In 2003 we opened our doors at Indigo Traders.
OUR COMPANY
THE OWNERS
Indigo Traders was founded in 2003 from an admiration of the fine textiles of the Middle East. Our initial inspiration was the exquisite art of Palestinian embroidery adorning the traditional dresses of Palestinian women. In order to do our small part in preserving the traditional art, we founded the Palestinian Embroidery Society of Jordan and sell the items created by this cooperative at Indigo Traders.
Today, we carry traditional items from all over the Mediterranean. Our primary goal is to showcase the arts, cultures and traditions of the region in a positive, informative manner. We hope to be a bridge between our local culture in the west and that of the Mediterranean and Middle East. This, we hope, will foster a better understanding of a region that is so misunderstood.
Our efforts to connect our community to that of the Mediterranean include conducting cooking classes, holding fundraisers for school children of the Middle East, working with other local efforts to promote understanding through art, and holding cultural events at Indigo Traders.
Zane, Karla, Ella and Samir
Our family business is dedicated to bringing the flavor of other cultures to our own. To fulfill our central goal of supporting and sustaining traditional artistry, we meet directly with skilled artisans, engage in fair trade practices and offer culturally significant, hand-crafted items. We are proud to be a community resource for the promotion of cultural exchange and understanding.
Samir Naser and Karla Bean
