FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do the women who make the embroidery receive fair payment for their work?

Yes, most of the money you pay returns to the women, after subtracting costs for materials and marketing. The women are paid on a monthly base, according to the number of pearl cotton balls they finish.

Is all embroidery really handmade?

Yes, the embroidery is completely handmade. We only use simple sewing machines to fasten the embroidery on the products, since in this way our products keep longer than if finalized by hand.

What material is used for the products?

To ensure quality and steadiness, embroidery is with fine French cotton thread (pearl cotton no. 8, either DCM or Vog), that is color fast and fade resistant. The embroidery is attached mostly on cotton fabric, whereas in fashion products cotton is blended with silk (or sometimes synthetic fiber) in order to make them both stronger and smoother.

Are the products washable?

Yes, our products can be washed by hand in lukewarm water.

Can I pay in other currencies than Euros?

Yes, you can pay also in U.S. Dollars or, if shipping is to Israel or the Palestinian Authority, in New Israeli Shekels.

You can use the following currency converters:

Dollars: USD - XE Currency Assistant

Shekels: NIS - XE Currency Assistant

The measures are in centimeters; how do I convert them to inches?

You can use this simple calculator: Centimeter to Inch Converter .

How do I find an item for sale or other information?

At the top of each page there is a search box. Type in it what you are looking for and click "search this site".

What if I like a product in the shop, but would prefer to get it in a different color or size?

It is possible to create custom made items. Just let us know what you would like, and we will do our best to cater to your wishes and make your custom order.

Is it possible to order from the Peace Center cross stitch embroidery that does not appear in the web-catalog?

Yes, we're happy to respond to custom orders. Simply, let us know what kind of item you would like, and we'll inform you if we can make it and if yes, how much it will cost.

I would like to buy a large quantity of items; do you offer discounts?

Prices are really low, taking into account the many hours of work invested in each handmade product and the accompanying costs. However, if you are interested in buying large quantities, we may be able to give a discount.

I would like to sell Palestinian Bedouin embroidery, do you support wholesale?

Yes, we are happy to cooperate with shops and individuals who are interested in selling our products.

For more info, Contact us.

Where do I find information on the size of clothing and on shipping?

Info on sizes, shipping costs, delivery and international express service you can find at Sizes, Policy & Shipping.

My question was not answered; what do I do?

Please, send us a short email with your question, and we will try to get back to you as soon as possible.

Email: bedouinheritage@gmail.com.