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Changing the world with wrist bands.


FASHION lovers have the opportunity to treat themselves at the same time as helping Palestinian women and children with the introduction of funky funky - Said of something that functions, but in a slightly strange, klugey way. It does the job and would be difficult to change, so its obvious non-optimality is left alone. Often used to describe interfaces.  hand-made wrist bands.

The 'wrist wraps' have been lovingly hand-embroidered by women in the Kalandia Refugee Camp on the outskirts of Jerusalem and they are on sale at The One stores across the region.

A modern take on traditional craftsmanship Craftsmanship
Alcimedon

a first-rate carver in wood. [Rom. Lit.: Vergil Eclogues, iii. 37.]

Argus

skillful builder of Jason’s Argo. [Gk. Myth.: Walsh Classical, 29]

Athena

(Rom.
, these colourful colourful or US colorful
Adjective

1. with bright or richly varied colours

2. vivid or distinctive in character

Adj. 1.
 'wrist wraps' are not just super cool accessories. They are symbols of the hope that comes from opportunity and the preservation of Palestinian heritage.

Each 'wrist wrap' takes an average of one and a half days to embroider em·broi·der  
v. em·broi·dered, em·broi·der·ing, em·broi·ders

v.tr.
1. To ornament with needlework: embroider a pillow cover.

2.
 and features intricate patterns, which represent abstract images of natural objects such as leaves, flowers and palm trees.

While every geographical area in Palestine has its own pattern of embroidery embroidery, ornamental needlework applied to all varieties of fabrics and worked with many sorts of thread—linen, cotton, wool, silk, gold, and even hair. Decorative objects, such as shells, feathers, beads, and jewels, are often sewn to the embroidered piece.  the 'wrist wraps' sold at The One represent the Ramallah, Hebron, Beir El-Sabe' and Beit Lahem areas.

By buying a 'wrist wrap' from The One, you will be supporting the Kalandia Camp Women's Handicraft handicraft: see arts and crafts.  Co-operative - a non-profit, non-governmental organisation that aims to raise the educational, social, cultural, health and economic standards of women and children in Palestine.

So choose your favourite 'wrist wrap' and join The One in 'Changing the World Together', one accessory at a time. Find out more at www.qalandia.org

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Date:Jun 14, 2009
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