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Leaders
06-07-2025
- Leaders
Saudi Craftspeople Revive Sadu Weaving at Beit Hail Festival
Traditional handicrafts at the Beit Hail Festival have captured the attention of visitors and crafts enthusiasts offering glimpses into Saudi cultural heritage, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Several Sadu weavers have impressed visitors with their creative hands and authentic artworks that truly revive this traditional hand-sewing craft. Crucially, the process of Sadu weaving relies on natural materials such as camel hair and the wool of goats and sheep. In order to create their masterpieces, craftspeople use essential tools, for example a spindle, needle, and wooden pegs. The fourth edition of the Beit Hail Festival has celebrated the region's rich heritage and community identity through various themes. The variety of activities and festivities have established the festival as a captivating destination for cultural, tourism, and entertainment events. Through interactive activities and performances, Beit Hail Festival features traditional handicrafts that perfectly mirror Hail's historical roots. The two-week festival, held under the patronage of the Hail governor, seeks to strengthen national identity by showcasing local folkloric heritage. In line with Saudi Vision 2030 objectives, the event fosters community participation and supports the local economy by offering opportunities and events for productive families and small businesses. The occasion has attracted local and international visitors over the past three editions especially during summer holidays. Related Topics: Cultural Fund Brings Saudi Handicrafts to Selfridges in London Wrth Fosters Saudi Crafts Sector with Aseer Authority Farasan Craftswomen Preserve Maritime Heritage Short link :
Arab News
06-07-2025
- Arab News
Visitors drawn to heritage pavilions at Hail festival
RIYADH: Traditional handicrafts, some involving ancient Bedouin techniques, have captivated visitors at the fourth Bait Hail Festival, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. Visitors and tourists alike were drawn to pavilions showcasing cultural heritage and the artistry of ancestors who integrated the crafts into daily life. Wicker (Al-Khoos) crafting uses palm fronds to make bags, mats, brooms and more by weaving dry, cleaned and dried fronds. The fronds are bundled, soaked until soft, then sewn together, with limbs trimmed and thorns removed, ready for painting and tool-making. Wicker products are sold in shops and traditional markets across the region, and many Hail residents still use them today, the SPA added. Meanwhile, several Sadu weavers stood out, showcasing authentic artworks and helping revive the hand-sewn craft after years of decline. The skilled artisans have spent years mastering and producing intricate pieces. Sadu weaving uses natural materials like camel hair, goat and sheep wool, crafted with tools such as a spindle, needle and wooden pegs, according to the SPA. In some cases, sadu weaving is combined with wickerwork, producing distinctive pieces that blend traditional techniques.
Leaders
03-07-2025
- Leaders
Northern Borders' Exhibition Showcases Creative Legacy
Northern Borders's Society for Culture and Arts has inaugurated a permanent heritage exhibition highlighting the region's creative legacy, according to the Saudi Press Agency. In line with the 2025 Year of Handicrafts, the exhibition features a curated selection of arts and crafts documenting over seven decades of history. The permanent event highlights a variety of artistic pieces created by the creative hands of women and artists of the region. 'Sadu' represents one of the most prominent artifacts in the exhibition, with 17-meter Sadu textile woven in a meticulous manner and adorned with decorative lines and harmonious heritage colors. Moreover, the exhibition boasts various artistic corners that reflect social and economic aspects of popular life, such as a miniature exhibition on the historic Tapline. Director of the Society for Culture and Arts, Khalaf Al-Qaran, told SPA that the exhibition represents a vital window into the Northern Borders' rich heritage. Related Topics: 'Redrawing the Boundaries' Exhibition Explores Gulf's Modern Art Evolution Makkah's Hajj Gifts Ritual Exhibition Attracts over 25,000 Visitors Saudi Arabia Showcases Islamic Mosques at Jakarta's Jusoor Exhibition Short link : Post Views: 3 Related Stories
Asharq Al-Awsat
29-06-2025
- General
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Najdi Doors: Portals to Cultural Legacy in the 2025 Year of Handicrafts
The year 2025 has been designated the Year of Handicrafts in the Kingdom to reinforce handicrafts as authentic cultural heritage. This initiative aims to promote the practice, preservation, documentation, and integration of handicrafts into contemporary life, celebrating an ancient cultural legacy central to people's identity. The designation seeks to support artisans, enhance their skills, and prevent traditional crafts from fading. It emphasizes manual crafts that utilize simple tools, without relying on modern technologies, the Saudi Press Agency said on Sunday. Prominent crafts include Sadu weaving, mud building, wood carving, pottery, hand embroidery, and palm frond products like baskets and mats. Engraving doors with Najdi motifs is another traditional art for which the Najd region is renowned. An SPA reporter interviewed artisans skilled in Najdi door engraving. Ali Al-Jasser shared his journey from wooden installations to three-dimensional wooden pieces that blend tradition with contemporary art. He noted the regional variations in engravings: Najdi in the center, Al-Qatt Al-Asiri in the south, Rawashin in the west, Bab Al-Bahr in the east, and Sadu in the north. Nouf Al-Suwailim highlighted that Najdi door engravings are key elements of traditional architecture in the Najd region, embodying its cultural and urban identity. She described the doors' elegant designs, featuring geometric and floral motifs enhanced by decorative iron nails.
Kuwait Times
25-05-2025
- General
- Kuwait Times
Cardiff mural celebrates 125 years of UK–Kuwait ties
The British Embassy in Kuwait and Cardiff University have announced the completion of a collaborative mural celebrating 125 years of official diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom and Kuwait. Painted by British artist Lee Ferry, the mural is the second and final part of a public art project that began last year in Kuwait. The first murals, located at the British Embassy in Kuwait and completed in November, depict elements of UK and Kuwaiti cultures, with a focus on their shared postage and maritime history. The newly unveiled murals are located in Trevithick Gardens, a popular green space on the Cardiff University campus. They highlight the cultural ties between the UK and Kuwait through symbols such as the Welsh dragon and daffodil alongside the Kuwaiti falcon and arfaj flower. Traditional Sadu and Celtic patterns are woven into the design, while a bee and butterfly symbolize the garden's role as a haven for biodiversity and student wellbeing. British Ambassador to Kuwait Belinda Lewis welcomed the mural's completion as part of a series of events celebrating the 125-year milestone. 'Joint celebrations to mark 125 years of official diplomatic relations served to highlight our two countries' unique partnership and showcase the creativity and talent from the UK's four home nations,' she said. The murals at the British Embassy in Kuwait. 'From the creation of this beautiful new mural at Wales' Cardiff University; to author/illustrator Clive McFarland's visit which offered a glimpse of Northern Ireland's vibrant literary scene; to the creation of a special 'Partnership 125' tartan combining Scottish and Kuwaiti weaving materials, patterns, colours and techniques; to the launch of a horticultural exchange programme at England's Highgrove House and Gardens, celebrations have involved every corner of the UK,' she added. Professor Rudolf Allemann, Pro Vice-Chancellor for International at Cardiff University, praised the mural as a symbol of cultural collaboration. "This beautiful artwork at the heart of Trevithick Gardens celebrates 125 years of partnership with Kuwait. Cardiff University has a long tradition of welcoming students from Kuwait, and the mural reflects this by bringing together Kuwaiti and Celtic traditions and imagery. It symbolises the ambitions of this international partnership to create positive change and drive innovation that builds a better world for generations to come," he said. Artist Lee Ferry, founder of Custom Artwerk, said the mural was inspired by his visit to Kuwait last year. 'It was an absolute honour to be asked to design and paint this mural. I sought to draw on my experiences visiting Kuwait last year, which allowed me to get a feel for the country, culture and its shared history with the UK. Using what I had learned about the partnership between our two countries and throwing Welsh culture in the mix, I eventually came up with a mural that brings together our respective national identities. I've loved taking on this challenge and am thrilled that I got to learn something new while adding a splash of colour to brighten up everyday life. "
