Handicraft Making in the Northern Borders: an Ancient Tradition

Handicraft making in the Northern Borders region is traditionally inherited by women, and linked to the region's nature and environment.

 Most notable are, Sadu, tent and textile making, and embroidered handicraft, some of which may take 10 continuous days to make.

 With these handicrafts, women record a remarkable presence at national events and festivals, in the region and beyond.

 The traditional market in Arar, which opened more than 10 years ago, greatly supports many elderly craftswomen and their granddaughters, allocating them places to display their products and handicrafts.

 The market, in addition to "Al Khozama Hall", has become one of the most important heritage destinations that introduces families to special courses on buying and selling, saving money and e-marketing.

 Several craftswomen told the Saudi Press Agency that they inherited their crafts from their mothers and pass them on to their granddaughters, especially since marketing these products to many people in the region also opens wide economic windows.

 The year 2025 will be the "Year of Handicrafts", seeking to celebrate the unique cultural value that handicrafts have in Saudi culture, and to show the creativity of Saudi craftspeople to the international community.