Teaching Tatreez

Unique experiences for corporate teams, universities, and other communities offered virtually or in-person at your space.

Rooted in cultural heritage, creativity, and human connection, the Tatreez experience works!

A group of people sitting around a long table engaged in a creative activity led by a person in traditional clothing. The room is adorned with framed artwork on the walls.

We’ve worked with…

Google logo in primary colors
VOX Media logo with a stylized orange and yellow geometric shape above the text.
Logo of The Meadow with a stylized green flower above the text.
Princeton University logo with a shield in orange and black, featuring an open book image.
Columbia University logo with a blue crown symbol
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine logo featuring a caduceus symbol and laurels on a blue background.
Handwritten text 'Recreate Collective' in red.
Rose Associates logo with geometric red design
Two women engaging in embroidery work together, one guiding the other, with embroidery materials like thread, scissors, and a hoop on a wooden table.

Workshops Overview

Whether virtual or in-person, building connections with one other is always a good idea. Bring your team together and foster stronger human connections while getting rooted in a rich cultural tradition. Our Tatreez workshops are enjoyable, captivating, and creatively inspiring, leaving a lasting impression on all who attend.

Lina’s Thobe works with companies and organizations of all sizes across the country and has created custom programs for every one of them. 

In-person experiences

The in-person workshops are tailored to fit your goals. Give your colleagues and members an opportunity to work with their hands together and share stories through the intimate language of Palestinian embroidery.

Virtual experiences

The virtual experience makes it easy for everyone to get involved wherever they live, work, or play. Whether you have a group of 20 or 2,000 people, a virtual tatreez workshop experience is perfect for learning the history and evolution of this centuries-long practice, small team bonding events, or large enterprise occasions. Each participant can receive a complete tatreez kit prior to the event (upon request) and is encouraged to bring pets (cats have shown a keen interest in this tradition), partners, and kids to join in on the stitching.  

Why the experience works

Rooted in cultural heritage, creativity, and human connection, everything we do is customized to your company’s needs…and there are studies out there that show the positive, mindful impact that embroidery has on your soul!

learning tatreez for beginners

What are partners are saying…

  • A woman with curly brown hair smiling at the camera, wearing a black sleeveless top and a gold necklace, with a brick wall background.

    "Lina hosted a fantastic Tatreez workshop for beginners at Google and it was a huge hit! Folks learned so much about the history and cultural significance of this beautiful embroidery technique. Lina was incredibly knowledgeable and patient, and we were able to create our own unique pieces of art to take home. I would highly recommend this workshop to anyone interested in learning about Palestinian culture and trying their hand at a new skill."

    Dena S.

  • Cross-stitch embroidery of a geometric floral pattern within a red diamond border on white fabric, with five spools of embroidery thread in shades of red and green to the left.

    "Just wanted to share with you my practices after your workshop. Its addiction, I’m about to leave my phd dissertation and work on this 😅"

    Farah E.

  • A smiling man with a beard and short hair, wearing a gray button-up shirt, standing with arms crossed against a plain white wall.

    "Lina made the art of tatreez feel accessible and approachable to all, and in the days and weeks after the event, several employees felt empowered to begin their own tatreez projects. In workplaces that are often polarized by political events, having Lina come in and speak to our employees was important in our efforts to bridge the divides in our workplace in a way that felt unifying, collaborative, and wholesome."

    Omar A., Vox Media

  • A cross-stitch craft project on a light wood desk, with a small piece of white fabric stitched with a blue pattern, a needle threaded with blue thread, a pair of scissors, and a printed pattern guide.

    "While the goal may not have been to get people into the office, I specifically came in for this event and it did not disappoint. I really enjoyed the session and it was a great way to break up the workday and have me going back to my desk refreshed and inspired. I hope there are more of these types of sessions to come!"

    Denise, World Resources Institute

  • Cross-stitch embroidery kit with a pattern, a spool of green thread, a needle, a pair of scissors, and cross-stitch fabric on a wooden table.

    "A note of thanks for the unique and amazing session on Tuesday with Lina. Art is such a powerful tool for sharing culture. I was really moved by the discussion around the history and context of this beautiful Palestinian tradition. I had to leave after about 5 stitches to join a call, but I'm hoping to finish my design this weekend. Thank you again - it was definitely the highlight of my work week."

    Natalya, World Resources Institute

Group of people participating in an arts and crafts workshop, learning tatreez for beginners

We customize based on your organization

No two groups are the same and no two workshops are exactly the same. Each experience is a reflection of those attending and how they look to engage with thread and needle while in-community with each other.

~ Celebrate creative expression

~ Build human connections

~ Appreciate cultural uniqueness

Your typical timeline with Lina’s Thobe

Step 1

Let’s talk! Email us and we will share our pricing guide reach out to schedule a time to discuss our customized solutions.

Step 2

Customize a workshop to meet your company’s wellness, sustainability, and gifting goals. Together we will build an experience that best fits your needs.

Step 3

Get the workshop on the books and stitch memories together!

Every workshop is customized to fit your needs but one thing that is the same for every experience is how easy it is for you.

Let’s work together.

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