Palestinian Embroidery Collection - el Bustan。Palestinian tatreez hand embroidered purple & black triangle shaped backpack. Small zipped pocket on front – larger pocket on reverse. Measures 22cm (9 in) wide by 16cm deep (7in) by 35 cm (14 in) tall Hand made by Idna Ladies’ Association. Idna was started in 1998, and takes its name from local village of Idna, southwest of Hebron. The village is quite isolated and suffers not only from frequent Israeli blockades of major roads, but also from the construction of the Separation Wall. Embroidery is done by 50 women, 4 do the sewing and there are 4 paid staff at the centre. The Association has a savings scheme allowing any member to borrow money for a particularly pressing need. Benefiting from the help of a Japanese designer and sewing instructor, the products evince highest quality in design, embroidery and sewing. Designed by Joan Musgrave for the Scottish market. Black and purple backpack with adjustable straps #goth #rave #festival Small backpack with a purple mosaic sequin front panel. Black straps and trim. Front zipper closure. Stylish and compact.