In this course, learn how to make a Saya belt to beautifully compliment a current thobe project you may be working on or even to add a hint of our beautiful Palestinian heritage to any garment. No sewing machine or sewing experience is required. Materials not included, but a materials kit can be added. A materials list will be sent by email to registered participants.
This course is conducted virtually and the meeting date is Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 11:00 am EST/10:00am CST/8:00am PST. Live attendance is always encouraged to be sure that you can get specific questions answered as they pertain to your project, but recordings are available as well to support your journey. Class sizes are intentionally small to ensure many of the questions that arise each cohort can be answered for each practitioner. Course terms and conditions may be found here.
Belt-Making Class: September 2025
"The belt making course is designed for complete beginners and no prior knowledge is needed. You don’t need to know how to tatreez or anything so I think overall it is super accessible!" - Practitioner Review, April 2025
"The Saya belts are a great accessory for any thoub or even as an addition to any attire and it’s always more special to be able to do one yourself. Samia is an absolutely amazing instructor who made making a belt both fun and doable." - Practitioner Review, April 2025
"This class will guide you step by step to make a beautiful sitty belt. It's historically accurate and connect you to a lost art. The steps are organized chronologically and the instructions are simple and easy to follow." - Practitioner Review, April 2025