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PAM IS A PALESTINIAN CERAMIC TATREEZ ARTIST AND ACTIVIST (@totahstudio). Pam shares how tatreez connects her to Palestinian heritage, preserving stories and fostering community, especially in the diaspora. She reflects on the joys and challenges of learning tatreez, from selecting patterns to its meditative nature.

The conversation explores tatreez in modern contexts, from fashion to activism, and its resilience in preserving identity. Pam emphasizes the power of creating with and for your people and encourages those curious about blending tatreez with other mediums to take the first step and experiment.

Check out her work and order a piece on her website!

You’ll hear about:

>> 1:20: Pam’s connection to Palestine

>> 3:45: Palestinian identity growing up in the Bay Area

>> 6:58: Tatreez origin story and translating it to pottery

>> 14:25: How to part with your art

>> 18:21: Pam’s tatreez style with ceramics

>> 22:12: Impact of the Gaza genocide

>> 29:15: Building with and for the Palestinian people

>> 32:30: Stocking stores and collaborating with Mom

>> 36:53: Words of wisdom on exploring incorporating tatreez in other art mediums

>> 39:38: Tatreez life lessons

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SAMAR IS A PALESTINIAN ORGANIZER AND NEW FRIEND WE MADE DURING THE 2024 TATREEZ RETREAT (@s.amooraa; @tatreez.w.samoor). Despite growing up with embroidered pieces at home, she found a deeper connection to her culture through stitching with her mother and sister.

She discusses how tatreez has become central to her community organizing, especially since October 7, 2023. In Philadelphia, local tatreez circles have become spaces for Palestinians to gather, process grief, and build solidarity, uniting diverse groups through craft.

Reflecting on the 2024 Tatreez Retreat, Samar highlights how it brought together anti-Zionist politics and a deep love for Palestinian embroidery. Inspired by the experience, she hopes to expand her local tatreez circles, seeing them as vital spaces for cultural preservation and community resilience.

You’ll hear about:

>> 0:58: Samar’s connection to Palestine

>> 4:42: Transitioning from knowing to practicing tatreez

>> 9:38: The connection between tatreez and organizing for Palestine

>> 15:30: Community-building through tatreez

>> 21:45: Samar’s experience at the Tatreez Retreat

>> 29:30: The make-up of Samar’s Philly Tatreez Circles

>> 34:47: Samar’s current tatreez projects

>> 36:46: Life lessons from tatreez

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Links mentioned in this episode:

>> Badan Collective’s Ramallah Tatreez Kit

>> Folkglory’s Ramallah Beginner Tatreez Kit

>> Amanne’s Photo Tatreez class (it’s pre-recorded!)

>> Samar’s brand-new Instagram: @tatreez.w.samoor

>> PCRF Philly on Instagram

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S3E3. ADVOCATING FOR CULTURAL RESILIENCE WITH SABRENE

SABRENE IS THE CO-DIRECTOR OF BALADNA WHICH HOSTS PALESTINIAN EVENTS FOR THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST COMMUNITY, A TATREEZ INSTRUCTOR, COMMUNITY ADVOCATE AND PROUD PALESTINIAN (@sabreneodeh). 

Through her work, she helps foster a sense of community and cultural pride among Palestinians in the diaspora, providing a space to celebrate and preserve heritage. As a tatreez instructor, Sabrene uses embroidery to empower others, preserve heritage, and celebrate Palestinian identity. 

Sabrene's dedication to uplifting her community reflects her passion for cultural advocacy and storytelling, bridging generations, and connecting people to their roots through this traditional art form.

You’ll hear about:

>> 0:41: Sabrene’s connection to Palestine

>> 4:31: Growing up in the Seattle Palestinian community

>> 6:34: Diving into Sabrene’s tatreez journey

>> 14:48: Activism by teaching tatreez

>> 20:56: Tracing your lineage through intergenerational tatreez connections

>> 25:50: Growing the Seattle tatreez community

>> 29:37: What’s next for Sabrene’s tatreez journey

>> 35:50: Sabrene’s major life lesson through tatreez

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Links mentioned in this episode:

>> Baladna on IG @baladna.pnw

>> Lina’s post on how much her thobe would cost

>> Hala’s interview on Tatreez Talk

>> Seattle Resistance Tatreez on IG @seattleresistancetatreez

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S3E2. DIGITALIZING TATREEZ WITH TASNEEM

TASNEEM IS A TATREEZ ARTIST, CHEST PANEL FANATIC, AND DIGITALIZER (@tasneemtatreez). Tasneem shares her journey into Palestinian embroidery and how she balances tradition with modernity. From her early days of stitching to becoming a digital pattern creator, her story highlights the resilience and beauty of cultural preservation.

Learn about the art of digitalizing tatreez and the dedication it takes to maintain authenticity while bringing traditional motifs into the digital realm. Tasneem dives into the narratives behind her designs, explaining how each stitch connects to identity, history, and resistance. She also offers practical advice for newcomers who want to explore their own stories through embroidery.

With laughter and engaging moments, this episode captures the heart of storytelling through tatreez. Don’t miss a fun debate on pronunciation, favorite tools, and memorable tatreez mishaps. Tune in to celebrate the power of Palestinian embroidery and its ability to inspire across generations.

You’ll hear about:

>> 1:20: Tasneem’s connection to Palestine

>> 3:50: How Tasneem started tatreez

>> 8:50: Digitalizing, Tasneem’s unique spin to tatreez

>> 18:07: “Imagine you are in a community full of artists”

>> 22:30: Digitalizing chest panels from depopulated Palestinian villages

>> 30:48: What’s next for Tasneem’s tatreez journey

>> 34:40: Recommendations to get started digitalizing

>> 37:11: Biggest lesson from tatreez

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S3E1. REFLECTING ON A YEAR OF TATREEZ STORIES

IN THIS EPISODE, WE’RE CELEBRATING ONE YEAR OF TATREEZ TALK! Join us as we reflect on both the podcast and our tatreez journeys over the last year. Guaranteed to laugh and get excited on what’s to come!

Last Year’s Key Highlights:

• 37 talented Palestinian artists interviewed from across the global diaspora
• Growth of local Bay Area Tatreez circles and community building
• Both of us transitioned to Tatreez businesses full-time in 2024
• Launch of Lina's signature thobe course and virtual community the Tatreez Lab
• Amanne’s first solo art exhibit, photo tatreez innovations, and launch of embroidery kits

Looking Ahead to 2025:

• Upcoming guest interviews featuring artists working with Tatreez in ceramics, fashion, digitizing, jewelry, and more
• Manifesting a live podcast recording event in 2025
• Lina looking to help 50 women begin their thobe-making journeys
• Expansion of tatreez kit designs and retail presence for Min Amanne Designs
• Continued focus on community building and documenting Palestinian artistry

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S2E12. THE FINANCIAL VALUE OF TATREEZ

IN THIS EPISODE, WE’RE CHATTING WITH EACH OTHER ABOUT THE FINANCIAL VALUE OF TATREEZ. What does that mean exactly? We want to talk about issues surrounding paying people appropriately for their work – whether it’s a tatreez class, a handmade thobe, or a tatreez art piece.

We discuss why proper valuation matters, the costs involved in creating handmade tatreez, and the role of educators in preserving this art form. We also explore the dangers of undervaluing tatreez and share strategies for fair pricing to build a sustainable market that supports artisans and preserves this cultural heritage.

If you have not yet picked up a needle and thread, consider this your invitation for the sake of understanding and contributing to the financial value of tatreez. 

Disclaimer: These are OUR opinions :)

You’ll hear about: 

            >> 1:34: Historical context of the value of tatreez 

            >> 8:02: Breakdown of costs that go into tatreez, starting with a thobe

            >> 15:26: Deciding to learn tatreez and what to consider

            >> 26:00: Dangers of the devaluation of tatreez

            >> 31:25: Strategies for fair pricing of tatreez

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S2E11. HERITAGE THROUGH FIBER ARTS WITH NADIA

IN THIS EPISODE, WE’RE JOINED BY NADIA, A CRAFTSPERSON AND FIBER ARTIST (@HOPEANDHEARTSHOP). For Nadia, tatreez is a gateway to not only her personal identity but to opening up conversations with family members and others about Palestinian history, experience, and cultural heritage.

Nadia recounts her initial exposure to this traditional art form, how it seamlessly intersects with the many other fiber arts she explores, and she continues to find inspiration for new ideas and keep track of them all. She discusses the influence of her grandmother (Teta) on her tatreez practice and shares her perspective on learning how not to be afraid to try new things and the resources, both free and paid, that we can all take advantage of to do so. Tune in to gain inspiration from Nadia’s thoughtful approach to preserving and innovating within the realm of Palestinian tatreez.

You’ll hear about:

>> 0:40: Nadia’s connection to Palestine

>> 4:46: Exposure and introduction to tatreez

>> 10:24: Tatreez meets other fiber arts

>> 15:43: Exploring identity through tatreez

>> 18:11: For all the ideas, where and how do you start? 

>> 25:56: Teta and tatreez meet

>> 29:20: New ideas inspired by Nadia’s tatreez practice and keeping track of them all

>> 36:50: Nadia’s life lesson from tatreez

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IN THIS EPISODE, WE’RE JOINED BY LINDA FROM THE HALEEMAH PROJECT (@THEHALEEMAHPROJECT), AN INITIATIVE WHERE SHE, ALONGSIDE FAMILY AND FRIENDS, SELLS PATTERNS AND CREATES CUSTOMIZED PIECES FOR DONATIONS. Linda shares her poignant journey of learning tatreez from her grandmother, sharing invaluable tips and techniques that have been passed down through generations. She offers a compelling overview of the Haleemah Project, named in honor of her great-grandmother, who courageously gave birth under an olive tree after being ethnically cleansed in 1948. Through Linda's story, we witness the resilience and strength woven into the art of tatreez.

Linda also discusses her practice with her mother and sisters, illustrating how this cultural craft has fostered deep familial bonds. She highlights the vibrant tatreez community in Edmonton and shares the profound life lessons she has learned from this art form.

Fundraising Initiatives:

1. Get a digital pattern and give back to a family in Gaza by DM here.
2. Get custom hand-embroidered tatreez on your clothing in exchange for donations to Palestine Emergency Aid. Form link here.

You’ll hear about:

>> 0:42: Linda and her family’s connection to Palestine

>> 2:04: Learning tatreez and tips from Teta

>> 5:10: Tatreez community in Edmonton

>> 6:31: The Haleemah Project

>> 13:45: Linda’s thobe

>> 16:40: Stitching with the women in Linda’s family and community

>> 20:54: Linda’s major life lessons from tatreez

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S2E9. THE ART OF QUIET REBELLION WITH SAMAR

SAMAR HEJAZI IS A VISUAL ARTIST, TATREEZ ARTIST AND TEACHER (@TATREEZ.SAMAR). Samar shares her journey of finding identity through visual arts and, ultimately, through the art of tatreez. She reflects on how it became a medium for understanding and expressing themes of home, land, and nation, and dives into her creative process and experiments with different materials.

As a dedicated teacher, she speaks about her calling to pass down the tradition of tatreez, along with the invaluable life lessons it has taught her. If you’re based in Dubai, book a class with Samar and make sure to follow for updates on kit releases and other announcements: tatreez account, visual arts account, website, Patreon.

You’ll hear about:

>> 0:46: Samar’s connection to Palestine

>> 5:21: Finding Palestinian identity through a visual arts practice

>> 7:40: Deciding to explore and learn Tatreez

>> 16:00: Tatreez becomes the thing to explore home, land, and nation

>> 18:44: Infusing traditional approaches to tatreez into visual arts

>> 21:00: Creative process and moving into other materiality

>> 25:51: The call to teach tatreez

>> 34:12: Tatreez life lessons


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S2E8. TATREEZ ISN’T JUST FOR TETAS WITH JENIN

JENIN IS A TATREEZ ENTHUSIAST, ARTIST AND EDUCATOR (@TATREEZJENIN). She’s a natural storyteller and shares her tatreez journey through moments and stories – We guarantee you’ll laugh and giggle throughout this episode!

Jenin, who is from everywhere but Jenin, speaks about everything from her formative years living in Palestine to how her relationship with tatreez has changed over many years to the proof of indigeneity through tatreez (and other types of embroidery worldwide). She’s got a ton of projects in the works and opportunities to connect IRL for those in the Chicago area (see: Tatreezitas). Don’t wait any longer to tune into this conversation! 

You can find her on IG, her website, or by email.

You’ll hear about:

>> 0:44: Jenin’s connection to Palestine

>> 10:55: Deciding to actually learn how to do tatreez

>> 16:22: Transitioning into teaching

>> 19:15: The evolution of Jenin’s relationship with tatreez over time

>> 23:04: Fusing tatreez and Mexican embroidery

>> 27:06: Tatreez and understanding indigeneity

>> 35:00: Biggest takeaways and misconceptions for Jenin’s students

>> 40:35: Jenin’s WIPs (works-in-progress)

>> 45:54: Jenin’s life lessons from tatreez


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