For the art lover who would like to try a variety of Jordanian handicrafts, this experience is for you. You will be led by a local volunteer who is passionate about sharing with you the hundreds of years local and Jordanian traditions as you learn a new skill. Learn how to design your very own decorative bottle using colored sand or weave your own “Hadab” (woven white thread of frills and tassels) on your very own Jordanian Shemagh Scarf.
If your visit to Jerash allows, you can spend more time creating pottery, weaving a rug or designing a mosaic. Whatever activity you choose, you will learn how the traditional crafts of Jordan evolved and understand how they represent Jordan’s diverse cultural heritage while taking home your art piece to remember the time spent in Jerash.
Any of these activities can begin or end with a delicious meal cooked by local women with the freshest grown and sourced ingredients. A variety of local dishes can be chosen from and will add to your Jerash experience.
The Jerash Association for Handicrafts was established in 2008 by a group of volunteers and is still volunteer led. Their primary goal is to support the local community through the preservation of local authentic crafted products industry.
