The heart and soul of the MyRugy workshop experience are not the looms we use or the beautiful wool we provide. They are the women who so generously share their skill, their heritage, and their warmth with every single guest who walks through our door.
These are not just teachers; they are maalems, true master artisans who are the guardians of a tradition passed down through generations. When you take a workshop with us, you are being invited into their world.
We’d like to introduce you to the incredible women who will be guiding your hands and your creative journey.
Fatima: The Matriarch
Fatima is the heart of our workshop. She learned to weave as a young girl in her village in the High Atlas Mountains, not as a hobby, but as an essential part of life. The language of symbols and patterns she knows wasn't learned from a book; it was passed down directly from her mother and grandmother, just as it was to them.
Her presence is calm and reassuring. She teaches with a quiet patience and a motherly warmth that instantly puts even the most nervous beginner at ease. For Fatima, every rug tells a story, and she has a deep, intuitive understanding of the craft that is truly inspiring to witness.
In her words: "The wool has a story to tell. We just help it speak. When you are quiet, you can hear the story emerge from your own hands."
Khadija: The Artist
Khadija is the bridge between ancient tradition and modern creativity. She grew up in a weaving cooperative, learning the classic techniques from masters like Fatima, but she has a natural eye for color and a passion for contemporary design.
She loves to experiment with bold new color palettes while always honoring the foundational techniques of her ancestors. Khadija’s teaching style is energetic, encouraging, and full of laughter. She has a special talent for helping guests unlock their own creativity and build the confidence to play with colors and patterns.
In her words: "Every color has a feeling. I love helping our guests find the colors that express their own feeling. There are no mistakes here, only new patterns!"
Amina: The Next Generation
Amina represents the bright future of Moroccan craft. As the daughter of a master weaver, she has been surrounded by this art her entire life. She possesses a deep respect for her heritage, combined with a modern, global perspective.
She is passionate about sharing her culture with visitors from around the world and loves seeing the joy on a person's face when they master their first knot. Her instructions are clear, precise, and incredibly easy to follow, making her a wonderful teacher for absolute beginners who are starting from scratch.
In her words: "When someone from another country learns to weave, it helps keep our story alive and sends it all over the world. It’s a beautiful exchange."
Our team is more than just instructors; they are a family. They are the reason our experience is so special. When you book a workshop with us, you're not just reserving a loom; you're reserving time with one of these incredible women, who is ready and waiting to share her story and her art with you.
