Palestine, Jaffa Villages Beginner Tatreez Embroidery Kit
Palestine, Jaffa Villages Beginner Embroidery Tatreez Kit, Level 2
- Features 10 historic patterns collected from dresses in Jaffa area villages including al Abbasieh, Kufr ‘Ana, Beit Dajan, Salama, al Safrieh, Na’ane, & Yazur
- Includes informative flyers on the origin of the Palestinian native dress and Jaffa village thobe & patterns
- Designed for beginners to learn the traditional Palestinian cross (Fallahi) stitch
This kit celebrates the rich heritage of Jaffa village embroidery by offering 10 authentic tatreez patterns derived from historic dresses around the city of Jaffa. Perfect for Level 2 beginners, it provides all the essential materials and cultural insights needed to create beautiful embroidery samplers that can be used as wall hangers or incorporated into other projects.
Directions
Use the included step-by-step instruction manual to master the traditional Palestinian cross (Fallahi) stitch. Refer to the flyers to learn about the origins and significance of the patterns from Jaffa villages while you bring each design to life.
Disclaimer
Colors and fabric textures may vary slightly from the images shown. Historical details and pattern origins are based on extensive research and may be subject to interpretation.
Kit Specifications
| Informational Flyers | Origin of the Palestinian native dress Origin of the Jaffa village thobe & patterns |
|---|---|
| Printed Patterns | 10 historic patterns from the Jaffa area (printed on paper) |
| Embroidery Fabrics | 10 pieces of Aida fabric, 14 count (9 cm x 13 cm each) |
| Yarn | DMC pearl cotton ball in the typical Jaffa brown DMC embroidery yarn in 3 colors |
| Needles | 3 embroidery tapestry needles |
| Additional Items | 5 cardboard cards with envelopes |
| Instruction Manual | Step-by-step guide for embroidering the traditional Palestinian cross (Fallahi) stitch |