Spotlight: In what ways did TATREEZ serve as a form of cultural identity and expression for Palestinians?

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Presenter: Tala Faraj

Delivered: Toronto on February 4, 2024

In this presentation, Tala explains how tatreez, or Arab embroidery, serves as a form of cultural identity and expression for Palestinians. She explains how tatreez is typically embroidered onto dresses, and that these dresses vary from region to region. Therefore, the dress a woman wears tells the story of who she is and where she is from. She also discusses how tatreez played a role in Palestinian history, and how this art form has become an intangible part of Palestinian cultural heritage.

Sources & Future References

• TIRAZ Widad Kawar Home for Arab Dress (Museum in Amman, Jordan)

• Tatreez and Tea

• Tatreez Traditions

• Handmade Palestine - A brief history of tatreez

• Folkglory: Living Heritage Design

• Embroidering Resistance: Palestinian Tatreez — International Relations Review

• The art of embroidery in Palestine, practices, skills, knowledge and rituals - intangible heritage - Culture Sector - UNESCO

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