Textile Crafts
Hasawi Bisht Making
A time-honoured craft of Al-Ahsa built on fine tailoring and hand embroidery in zari thread, producing a bisht that joins quality of making with beauty of detail and reflects the authenticity of Saudi heritage.
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Eastern Province
الفنون والحرف التقليدية الموثّقة في المنطقة الشرقية.
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Palm Crafts
Palm-Leaf Weaving
A handicraft that weaves palm leaves into baskets and traditional wares of many shapes and sizes.
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