The Craftsmen's Corner in "Irth" village, part of the Jazan Winter Season 2025 events, drew strong interest from visitors who had the chance to explore Jazan region's rich craft heritage. Held on the waterfront in Jazan city, the corner featured a range of traditional trades and handicrafts reflecting the region's authenticity and culture.

Handicrafts That Revive Heritage:

The corner included dedicated pavilions for a variety of traditional trades, such as:

  • Leather tanning and the making of artistic leather products using natural materials.
  • Pottery-making, turning clay into traditional vessels and shapes.
  • Palm-frond and reed weaving, turning palm materials into baskets and household tools.
  • Weaving the traditional "musannaf" wrap on old looms, using colored cotton threads.

Visitors also enjoyed live demonstrations showcasing the tools and methods of these old crafts, which reflect a blend of beauty and practical function.

Trades That Reflect the Region's Identity:

Activities included traditional crafts such as wool spinning, weaving, the making of women's traditional garments and abayas, and the making of caps, jewelry and handcrafted items, in addition to traditional sewing and embroidery using materials and colors drawn from nature.

Boosting Development, Preserving Heritage:

The activities aim to contribute to sustainable development of the handicrafts sector by:

  • Supporting and encouraging craftsmen and craftswomen to create products inspired by heritage.
  • Passing expertise on to younger generations to ensure the sustainability of traditional trades.
  • Raising community awareness of the importance of handicrafts as part of cultural identity and the local economy.

A National Vision:

The Craftsmen's Corner at Jazan Winter is part of national efforts to promote the handicrafts and traditional industries sector, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to support cultural and creative industries.