About

Kusiner designs, imports and sells high-end, handmade and limited-edition-rugs. From Israel, India and Nepal.

Kusiner combines everything I am passionate about; a meaningful and sustainable business - in a country that has a big place in my heart – with a group of women I admire. I am proud of contributing in keeping the ancient tradition of Bedouin weaving alive – and to participate in the empowerment of Bedouin women in the Negev Desert in Israel.

Back to my Bedouin Past

As a young volunteer in a kibbutz in Israel, I used to hitchhike through the desert on my way to Eilat or the Sinai Peninsula, where I used to sleep in Bedouin camps.  And now some 30+ years later, I find myself with the Bedouins again. This time, to collaborate on this wonderful project.

Small Collaborations

All my collaborations are with small communities of artisans and craftsmen. This means that the productions are slow and not always the most stable. But the crafts are impeccable and with a very distinct artisanal touch. I know my weavers and have a close relation to my partners and suppliers.