Discover the magic of Moroccan carpet knotting under the guidance of Mina Abouzahra and Fadma Ait Oukhechif.

Learn the art of weaving and knotting on a mini loom. Fadma Ait Oukhechif is a master weaver from Taznakht. In this region, five hours south of Marrakech, the craft of weaving is still alive and well, with at least one loom in every household.

During this workshop, you will work on a small loom and make a small tapestry with wool that you can take home with you.

The craft of carpet knotting is passed down from generation to generation. Berber carpets are unique pieces full of identity and heritage. An experienced weaver can make an average of 10,000 knots per day, with carpets taking months or even years to complete. Each carpet and knot tells its own unique story, the story of the weaver.

For the Amazigh, wool has a special power, full of invisible blessings. Rituals and songs accompany the making of carpets, making them not only works of art, but also carriers of culture and tradition.

Fadma Ait Oukhechif leads the Kasbetaznakhte weaving cooperative in Taznakht, the village she calls home and where she learned the art of carpet knotting. She likes to experiment with colours, especially blue, a colour associated with Taznakht. Her weaving cooperative works with Mina Abouzahra, and their collaboration unites Dutch design and Moroccan craftsmanship. Together they hope to ensure that the weaving craft with its rich history can continue to exist sustainably.