Kufiya Tote Bag

The kufiya is not just a pattern. It is a language.

The netted design speaks of connection — communities bound together. The flowing lines reflect trade routes and movement across the land. Worn for generations, it has become one of the most recognized symbols of Palestinian identity and resistance.

This tote carries that language forward in a form made for everyday life. The structure is practical and durable, built to hold what you need without losing shape. A zippered closure keeps your belongings secure, while the interior lining adds strength and longevity.

Made by Palestinian artisans in Jordan, it continues a symbol that has never been reduced to decoration — only adapted, carried, and lived with.

• Material: Kufiya fabric
• Construction: Machine-stitched
• Size: 38 x 38 cm / 15 x 15 in
• Closure: Zipper closure
• Lining: Inner lining for added structure
• Straps: Dual shoulder straps
• Production: Made by Palestinian artisans in Jordan

Every piece from The Olive Tree is made by hand, with care. If something arrives damaged, incorrect, or simply isn't right for you, we want to make it right.

Shipping

Orders are dispatched within 4-5 business days. You'll receive a tracking number once your order ships.

Estimated delivery times:

• Canada: 2-6 business days
• USA: 6-10 business days
• UK: 8-14 business days
• Europe & Worldwide: 14-24 business days

We maintain a 99.8% successful delivery rate across all orders.

Please note: international orders outside Canada and USA may be discarded by customs if undeliverable and are not eligible for replacement.

Returns & Exchanges

Returns and exchanges are accepted within 14 days of delivery. Items must be unused, unworn, and returned in their original condition and packaging.

Exchanges

We issue the return label for Canada and USA orders — the cost of return shipping and outbound exchange shipping is shared with you upfront before anything is processed. Once payment is confirmed, send the item back. We inspect it upon arrival and ship your exchange.

International customers arrange and pay their own return shipping. Outbound exchange shipping is invoiced separately before dispatch.

Refunds

If you decide to return instead of exchange, we issue a return label for Canada and USA orders — the shipping cost is deducted from your refund. Refunds cover item value only. Original shipping fees are non-refundable.

International customers cover their own return shipping. Refund is issued for item value only. All refunds are processed after inspection.

Lost or missing packages

If your order doesn't arrive within the carrier's delivery window, contact us within 14 days of the marked delivery date and we will make it right — replacement or store credit, depending on the situation. We may ask for confirmation details before processing.

A note on handmade goods

Each piece carries the mark of the hands that made it. Slight variations in pattern, color, or texture are not defects — they are part of what makes the piece real. We do not accept returns for minor natural variation. Replacements are issued for damaged or incorrect items with photo proof.