Join us for ‘Stitch-In for Palestine’, a workshop series where you’ll learn to embroider meaningful motifs.
Tatreez, the centuries-old craft of Palestinian embroidery, is a testament to the richness of Palestinian identity and culture. It began with intricate cross-stitch motifs adorning the linen dresses of Palestinian women and has since expanded to embellish garments, household items, and wall pieces.
This art form, passed down through generations, values slow, intentional stitching over fast-paced, fleeting designs. Our workshop fosters a warm, welcoming community, offering a space to engage in a mindful and healing activity, anchored in the quiet rhythm of needle, thread, and cloth.
Participants will begin by stitching a beginner-friendly motif—a grave or a flower—to honor the departed souls of Palestine. These individual pieces will be gathered to form a public, communal artwork: a shared space of mourning and reflection.
This is a beginner friendly workshop; no prior embroidery experience is required!
About the Instructors
Liane Al Ghusain:
Liane Al Ghusain (b. 1987) is a Palestinian-Kuwaiti artist who lives and works in Dearborn, Michigan. She received her MFA from New York University Abu Dhabi (2023) and completed a co-terminal BA (2009) and MA (2010) in English from Stanford University, with a focus on creative writing and interdisciplinary honors in feminist studies. She also has completed postgraduate studies at the Ashkal Alwan Home Workspace Program in Beirut, Lebanon.
Liane has shown her artwork in Abu Dhabi (421 Arts Campus, Abu Dhabi Art), Amsterdam (Framer Framed), Dubai (Art Dubai, NIKA Project Space, The Mine Gallery), Grand Rapids, Michigan (Art Prize), and Kuwait City (The Object Salon) as well as in online exhibitions, recently completing residencies at the A.M. Qattan Foundation in Ramallah, Palestine and the Atlantic Center for the Arts in Florida, USA.
She has worked as an artist, writer, culture/education consultant, and yoga/meditation teacher since 2010, and as of 2024 is to add ‘mother’ to her list of roles. More of her work can be seen at www.lianealghusain.com
Deema Aweidah:
Deema Aweidah is a proud Palestinian with roots in Nablus and Al-Quds, and the founder of Tatreez by Deema. Though she did not grow up in Palestine, her mother passed down the art of tatreez embroidery, connecting her deeply to her heritage.
Tatreez is more than embroidery, it’s a tapestry of history, resilience, and culture. Each stitch tells a story, preserving the beauty of Palestinian traditions. This connection inspired her to create Tatreez by Deema, a brand dedicated to celebrating and sharing heritage through thoughtfully designed products.
From embroidery kits to handmade items and clothing, every piece at Tatreez by Deema blends traditional designs with modern aesthetics. Each creation is crafted with authenticity and care, offering a meaningful way to connect with Palestinian culture. Tatreez by Deema is her way of sharing the beauty and stories of Palestine with the world.