Folk Art Mavens is committed to bringing you the best in handcrafted gifts from threatened communities around the world. During our travels, we've compiled a collection of photos of the artisans who produce our products, which we are sharing here.

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folkartmavens > Leila Nazzal received an award for her superb embroidery at an arts festival in Berlin.
folkartmavens > The darker Mother-of-Pearl is found on the Mexican coast.
folkartmavens > The white Mother-of-Pearl comes from shells found in Australia.
folkartmavens > Embroidery photo
folkartmavens > The finest work incorporating facial expressions and intricate details, must be chiseled by hand.
folkartmavens > It is thought that monks brought the art of olive wood carving to local Bethlehem residents in the 4th century. Today, in Beit Sahour (Bethlehem district) there are several small family-run carving shops.
folkartmavens > The result is a rough candlestick, ready for sanding, putting on a base, and finishing.
folkartmavens > A candlestick crafted by a master carver is used in this machine to program the cutting.
Leila Nazzal received an award for her superb embroidery at an arts festival in Berlin.
folkartmavens > Leila Nazzal received an award for her superb embroidery at an arts festival in Berlin.
Leila Nazzal received an award for her superb embroidery at an arts festival in Berlin.
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