S1E2. The Value of Tatreez with Sara from Deerah

Send us Fan Mail2. THE VALUE OF TATREEZ WITH SARA FROM DEERAHSARA JAYYUSI IS THE FOUNDER OF DEERAH (@deerah.co), a small tatreez design house that sheds light on the art of Palestinian embroidery and challenges deep-seated prejudices against Palestinian culture. The big question that we explore together include the valuation of tatreez and how this plays into pricing tatreez. There is so much to unpack and we’re confident we’ll be bringing Sara back for a future episode.In the meantime, find your next tatreez piece - handmade or machine - at Deerah while listening to this episode!You’ll hear about:>> 2:24: Deerah’s origin story>> 7:42: Community with the embroiderers behind Deerah’s handmade pieces>> 11:30: Storytelling through Deerah’s tatreez experience>> 16:50: Value vs. price of tatreez>> 22:50: Tatreez as a respected form of employment>> 25:25: How does/should someone get paid for tatreez?>> 32:30: The Madini vs. Fallahi nuances in Palestinian culture>> 39:35: Incorporating Madini/Fallahi in Deerah’s tatreez collections>> 43:55: Sara’s tatreez resources>> 48:14: The importance of a stitchable, breathable fabric>> 52:00: Tiers of aggression against Palestinians and tatreez as resistance>> 59:33: Lina & Amanne reflect on the first guest of Tatreez Talk!Rate, Review, & Follow on Your Favorite Podcast Platform“I love Palestinian embroidery and Tatreez Talk.” <– If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us elevate the vibrant narratives of Palestinian embroiderers and support more tatreez-ers — just like you — in learning more about tatreez and connecting with each other. You can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and others -- just scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!Links mentioned in this episode:>> Tatreez books (that we’re aware of) and where you can find them>> Threads of Identity by Widad KawarBoycott Resolute RGL. Click here for more information. Boycott ZARA and all Inditex brands—Bershka, Massimo Dutti, Pull & Bear, Stradivarius, Oysho, ZARA Home. Click here for more information.Follow us @tatreeztalkFollow Amanne @minamanne & Lina @linasthobe