Weaving is one of the traditional crafts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , mostly practiced by women. It relies on the intricate handcraft of arranging threads side by side, then weaving them and decorating them with vibrant patterns. The raw materials for weaving are typically sourced from sheep wool, goat hair, camel hair, and sometimes cotton. Types of weaving and its tools There are different types of weaving, including al-Sadu weaving and spinning weaving, each using distinct tools. For exa...

Al-Qallafah is the craft of building traditional wooden ships in the eastern region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is considered part of the woodworking profession. The artisan practicing this craft is called a al-Qallaf , and there is also the Majdami , a term used for the craftsman responsible for repairing ship damages, who often accompanies pearl diving ships on their journeys. The craft of wooden shipbuilding has been widely recognized in the Arab Gulf countries as part of their herita...