Eight of Saudi Arabia’s Most Creative Handicrafts

As mass production becomes the norm both globally and in the Kingdom, it becomes necessary to, every once in a while, take a step back and appreciate the crafts that made up the markets of Saudi Arabia years ago. While a majority of Saudi handicrafts are used for decorative purposes today, these objects, drawn from raw material available freely in locals’ surroundings, were born from necessity. The existence of modern tools that satisfy the same purposes does not negate that need; in fact, it pushes us to support Saudi Arabia’s ancient crafts.

In celebration of decades of heritage in the Kingdom, and in pursuit of further immersion in Saudi culture, we’re spotlighting a list of Saudi Arabia’s most deeply-rooted handicrafts.