{"product_id":"discover-tatreez-the-art-of-palestinian-embroidery-october-17","title":"Discover Tatreez: the art of Palestinian Embroidery – October 17","description":"\u003ch5\u003eTaught by Cristina Zoghbi \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the art of Palestinian embroidery, known as tatreez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this 3-hour workshop, you'll master the basics of cross-stitch and learn to read and interpret traditional Palestinian motifs. Our facilitator, Cristina Zoghbi will also guide you through the meaning behind different thread colours, the symbolism woven into each motif, and the rich history of tatreez itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginners are welcome! \u003cstrong\u003eNo experience needed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll materials are provided and each participant will receive a kit with three projects:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e The Bethlehem Cypress Tree (complete in class) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWorked together as a group, this piece comes with traced Aida fabric and step-by-step stitch guidance. You'll leave with a finished, frameable piece by the end of the workshop. \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA second embroidery of your choice (start in class, finish at home) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePick from a variety of Cypress tree motifs found across Palestine, along with border patterns and nature-inspired designs. You'll get started during the workshop and complete it at your own pace at home. This is your chance to let your creativity take the lead.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA water-soluble tatreez patch (take home)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFeaturing a sprouting Cypress tree seed from the Jaffa region, this patch can be stitched onto any fabric — your favourite scarf, shirt, or denim jacket — to bring tatreez into your everyday wardrobe.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the workshop, you're welcome to browse reference materials and admire hand- and machine-stitched pieces for inspiration on future projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZaatar tea will be served, and every participant leaves with a gift. As a personal contribution, the instructor will be donating a portion of her teaching proceeds to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sos-childrensvillages.org\/where-we-help\/asia\/palestinian-territories\" title=\"SOS Children's Villages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSOS Children's Villages\u003c\/a\u003e — an orphanage supporting children in Bethlehem and Rafah.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturday, October 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-4pm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet Paprika Studio (4035 rue St-Ambroise, room 292, Montreal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c\/strong\u003e $85 + tax (includes all materials)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a bilingual workshop (English \u0026amp; French)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis workshop is open to adults, and teens 16+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkshop will run with a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 10 students.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellation policy: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe require payment in full in order to reserve a space. We have a 5-day cancellation policy. Your payment will not be refunded unless you cancel at least 5 days before the workshop start time. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment. Should this occur, all class fees will be refunded.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Instructor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/8402\/files\/tatreez-instructor-cristina-zoghbi_240x240.jpg?v=1786218396\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; margin-bottom: 20px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCristina Zoghbi comes from a family of artists, though she's always been more of a hobby artist herself, picking up different crafts over the years. Lately she's found her way to Palestinian embroidery, Tatreez, something her grandmother first showed her. She studied languages and international development, and along the way did art solidarity projects in Colombia and Palestine, often using art as a way to raise funds and support communities. Tatreez feels like a natural continuation of that — a small, steady way to stay connected to her heritage and share it with others interested to learn more about Palestine’s rich cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sweet Paprika Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43138485354590,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/8402\/files\/intro-to-tatreez-embroidery-workshop-montreal.jpg?v=1786218631","url":"https:\/\/www.sweetpaprikadesigns.com\/products\/discover-tatreez-the-art-of-palestinian-embroidery-october-17","provider":"Sweet Paprika","version":"1.0","type":"link"}