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Ain Zhalta Silver | فضة عين زحلتا
She crafts traditional silver jewelry in Ain Zhalta. He's the antique dealer from London who found her work in a forgotten trunk. Between hammer and metal, they discover what's truly precious. 'Inti el faddeh el asliyi' (أنتِ الفضة الأصلية).
会津の漆器職人 | The Lacquerware Artist of Aizu
会津で漆器の伝統を守る女性職人の物語。A tale of a female artisan preserving lacquerware tradition in Aizu.
The Afghan Carpet Shop | متجر السجاد الأفغاني
She runs an Afghan carpet shop in Amsterdam. He's the customer who keeps returning. Each carpet tells a story, but theirs is just beginning.
The Persian Carpet Weaver | نسّاجة السجاد الفارسي
Her family has woven carpets for four centuries. He's the museum curator who wants to acquire their masterpiece. She gives him something more valuable.
The Tunis Medina | مدينة تونس العتيقة
She restores ancient doors in the Tunis medina. He's the architect documenting them. Together, they open doors to each other's hearts.
Adrar Artisan
Zahra creates traditional leather goods in Adrar. When fashion buyer Miguel arrives sourcing ethical materials, she shows him that some luxury can't be mass-produced. 'El jild yehki' (الجلد يحكي) - Leather speaks.
نساجة الصوف | The Wool Weaver of Chefchaouen
A wool weaver discovers passion with a textile collector in the blue streets of Chefchaouen.
Djelfa Dreams
Hayat weaves traditional carpets in Djelfa. When art dealer Rachid arrives seeking authentic pieces, she shows him that true value cannot be measured in dirhams. 'El khit yrabbet' (الخيط يربط) - Thread connects.
Dorset Button
Traditional Dorset button maker Dorothy revives an almost-lost craft. When costume designer James needs authentic Georgian fasteners, she threads something unexpected.
نقاش الخشب | The Woodcarver of Essaouira
A thuya woodcarver discovers passion with an art dealer who comes seeking Moroccan treasures.
صانع النحاس | The Brass Smith of Fez
A brass smith discovers passion with an interior designer who comes seeking Moroccan metalwork.
مجلد الكتب | The Bookbinder of Fez
A traditional bookbinder discovers passion with a rare book collector in the ancient city of Fez.
خياط المدينة | The Medina Tailor of Fez
A master tailor discovers passion with a fashion designer who comes to learn traditional Moroccan sewing.
معلم الفخار | The Pottery Master of Fez
A pottery master discovers passion with a student who comes to learn the ancient art of Fassi ceramics.
نساج الحرير | The Silk Weaver of Fez
A silk weaver discovers passion with a textile designer seeking authentic Moroccan craftsmanship.
Ksar El Boukhari Keys
Nora makes traditional keys in Ksar El Boukhari. When locksmith historian Georg arrives studying ancient security, she shows him that some locks require more than keys. 'El miftah f'el niyya' (المفتاح في النيّة) - The key is in the intention.
Laghouat Lanterns
Aicha crafts traditional copper lanterns in Laghouat. When designer Erik arrives seeking Saharan aesthetics, she illuminates paths he never knew existed. 'El nour mn el dakhel' (النور من الداخل) - Light from within.
مصب النهر | The River Mouth of Larache
A boat builder discovers passion with a journalist writing about traditional crafts in Larache.
صانع الفوانيس | The Lantern Maker of Marrakech
A traditional lantern maker discovers passion with a lighting designer who comes seeking Moroccan craftsmanship.
معلم الزليج | The Zellige Master of Marrakech
A zellige tile master discovers passion with an architect who comes to study Moroccan mosaics.
Mostaganem Moonlight
Souad teaches traditional embroidery in Mostaganem. When fashion designer Mehdi arrives seeking inspiration, she stitches patterns into his soul he never knew he needed. 'El khit yekteb' (الخيط يكتب) - Thread writes.
Русские Истории | Russian Culture Tales 36-40
Five passionate tales of Russian art, architecture, and craftsmanship. Пять страстных историй о русском искусстве и мастерстве.
سيراميك آسفي | The Ceramics of Safi
A ceramicist discovers passion with an art buyer who comes seeking authentic Moroccan pottery.
حي الفخارين | The Pottery Quarter of Sale
A traditional potter discovers passion with an anthropologist studying craft traditions in Sale.
Tamenrasset Tuareg
Lalla makes Tuareg silver jewelry in Tamenrasset. When art dealer Franz arrives seeking authentic pieces, she shows him that true silver carries more than hallmarks. 'El fadda t'aref sahabha' (الفضّة تعرف صاحبها) - Silver knows its owner.
Tiaret Traditions
Rachida runs the last traditional saddle workshop in Tiaret. When heritage curator Ivan arrives documenting craft traditions, she shows him that some skills pass through more than hands. 'El san'a f'el roh' (الصنعة في الروح) - Craft is in the soul.
صائغ الفضة | The Silversmith of Tiznit
A silversmith discovers passion with a collector who comes seeking Berber jewelry in Tiznit.
乌镇蓝印花布娘 | The Indigo Dyer of Wuzhen
乌镇古巷的染坊里，一位丰满的染布娘用蓝白两色染出最动人的爱情... In a dye workshop of Wuzhen's ancient alleys, a curvaceous dyer creates the most touching love with blue and white...
Yorkshire Dale
In the heart of the Dales, dry stone waller Jean maintains boundaries that have stood for centuries. When photographer Michael captures her work, she captures something too.
The Bookbinder
Rare restoration. Careful hands. She binds more than pages.
The Tailor
Custom fitting. Precise measurements. She designs him something new.