Hand Woven Straw Plates Palestinian tray About the Maker

About the Maker

powerful emblem of identity and hope

It was crafted from the designs of Basima Odeh — a Palestinian artist from Salfeet who taught herself embroidery at age 10

Inspired by the city's rich history and the timeless beauty of Palestinian heritage

making it as unique as the meal you serve on it

Hand Woven Straw Plates Palestinian tray About the MakerHand Woven Straw Plates Crafted in the Upper Galilee, these handwoven straw plates are living expressions of Palestinian heritage. Each plate begins in the fields, where heritage wheat is planted, harvested, and carefully selected for weaving. The straw is either kept in its natural golden color or dyed the traditional way using pigments from flowers, herbs, and spices. Traditionally, these plates were used in daily life to serve bread or in