A traditional Palestinian embroidery art, known for its intricate and colorful designs, typically stitched onto clothing, accessories, and household items.
Practiced for centuries, it holds profound cultural and historical significance.
The patterns often feature geometric shapes, floral motifs, and symbols representing specific regions, tribes, or social statuses, with each design telling its own story.
The embroidery is primarily done using cross-stitch and other techniques on fabrics like linen or cotton. Traditional tatreez employs bright and vibrant colors, predominantly red and black, though contemporary pieces may use a broader palette.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, tatreez symbolizes Palestinian identity and heritage, serving as a means to preserve and pass down cultural traditions through generations.