From Heart to Hand: The Story of a Jordanian Handmade Piece

From Heart to Hand: The Story of a Jordanian Handmade Piece

In a quiet sunlit corner of Jordan, Abeer sits surrounded by cotton yarns, aromatic waxes, and ceramic molds. Her fingers move with a rhythm only time can teach — each motion a reflection of her heritage, her creativity, and her devotion to keeping handmade tradition alive.

Abeer is one of the many women artisans behind the pieces found at The Scout. Her story is not just about craft — it’s about resilience, beauty, and the magic of creating something meaningful by hand.

The Beginnings of Craft

Abeer’s journey started in her grandmother’s kitchen, where she learned how to crochet as a child. What began as a pastime slowly turned into a calling. Over time, she expanded her skills — pouring wax into hand-carved molds to make candles that hold the scent of thyme and orange blossom, shaping raw clay into minimalist candle holders, and weaving colorful patterns into soft yarn that would later become table accents and cozy throws.

More Than Objects

Every item Abeer creates is a story told without words. Her crochet coasters carry the memories of spring picnics with her children. Her concrete holders reflect the texture of old stone houses in her village. Even her candles are layered with scents that speak of seasons, homes, and moments.

To Abeer, the act of creating is not just functional. It is emotional. It is meditative. And it is a way of life.

The Scout’s Commitment

The Scout collaborates with talented Jordanian artisans like Abeer to bring you items that aren’t just beautiful — they’re rooted in personal histories, regional identity, and artistic pride. Each purchase supports not just a product, but a person.

As Abeer says: “When someone lights one of my candles in their home, they are not only filling a room with scent — they are lighting a piece of my story.”

We are proud to share her story — and those of many other inspiring women — with you.