Arts and crafts Morocco

Founded in 1948, the cooperative is located in the medina and it is within a pretty riad that you will be able to discover the creations of the master craftsmen, the objects made in their workshops. To be visited in order to understand, and why not, learn the techniques of marquetry production (working with thuja wood, inlaying, assembling, etc.). A very instructive visit and the meeting of craftsmen passionate about their work. Do not hesitate to buy directly.

There are no craftsmen at work here, just a sort of 8,000 m² mega-supermarket with escalator. The place is rather kitschy, as evidenced by the two equestrian statues that greet you at the entrance. Nevertheless, we dare you not to find the product you're looking for, as you'll find everything you could possibly want in the way of handicrafts. Shelves overflowing with tea glasses, poufs, babouches, photophores and tutti quanti. Everything is labeled and prices are fixed, which is handy if you don't have much time to buy gifts or if you hate bargaining.

It is the whole Majorelle universe that you will find in this shop masterfully staged by the stylist Bernard Sanz and whose colors remind you of the master YSL. This is a beautiful and very chic shopping address to choose an elegant gift or to treat yourself. You can choose between candles or silk Shantung clothes and high quality leather goods as Pierre Bergé wished when he thought of this shop. The embroidered leather cushions are exceptional.

Behind this success was Saida Kadiri, who decided to work with candles in an artisanal and diligent manner, a skill now passed on to the team working in the workshops. Often copied but never equalled, they are the forerunners of most of the candle designs you'll find all over the souk, but not at all of the same quality. Make no mistake, you can only buy the candles (made from non-GMO soy wax) at the store in the industrial zone or online.

Moroccan crafts are so rich and express in so many areas that it is sometimes difficult for ordinary people to find themselves there. Most of the time, due to insufficient knowledge and not having the necessary explanations, the traveller brings memories of a consternante platitude. In Twizra, open in September 2003, you will also find this type of products, but you will find items of a completely different size. The main thing is that the advice provided by the seller is frank and sincere. It goes without saying that a Fez pottery may be sold raw or painted, but in Twizra it went into the hands of a calligrapher artist to draw the grounds and a sculptor to give relief. This difference is equally valid for all articles from the craft industry. Obviously, these products will be a little more expensive, but they will last much longer and you will probably not find them in your neighbour. The ground floor is devoted to small objects, the first floor to the carpets and the second to antiques. At each level, specialists are at your service and listening to ensure that you acquire your knowledge. The quantity of carpets is really impressive, if you don't find a carpet at your convenience here, it's that it doesn't exist. On the second floor, there are parts that would have their place in a museum, real antiques. The reception is warm.

This store is the ideal place to observe the meticulous work of damascening, the inlaying of silver onto metal, usually steel. You'll find a variety of objects made using this technique, as well as decorative items and numerous pieces of jewelry. For several generations, the Essaïdi family has excelled in this craft technique, a specialty of the region. They have won several national and international awards. Here, you can meet Hicham, who will explain the various stages involved in creating these works of art.

The owner of this first pottery, If Mohamed, on the left with Bab Ftouh, speaks French and will be happy to show you his traditional pottery.

This glassworks is exciting, especially if you are lucky enough to meet the owner, who explains his work and his art with great pedagogy. At Léon l'Africain's, a reference to a diplomat and explorer of North Africa, glass is not blown but poured into large moulds and baked in strange ovens to give birth to very original shapes. Of course, the spiral shower cabin is not very practical to store in one's luggage, but the crockery is much more practical... A workshop that is worth the detour.

Original pottery, ceramics and luminaires combining Moroccan and Western inspiration.

In addition to its beautiful view of the Chouara tanneries, El-Haj Ali Baba is also one of the oldest and largest leather stores in the medina. You'll find it hard to resist jackets, travel bags, footstools and babouches in camel, goat, sheep or beef leather. You'll find a wide selection of well-crafted items organized on several floors according to type. Don't forget to bring a sprig of mint to place under your nose to avoid gagging from the smell during your visit. Warm welcome and open to negotiation.

Many objects tadelakt. Abdallah is very friendly; it goes honest prices (although they are a little higher than in Ben Omar).

In this trendy concept-store, Christelle Pailly reveals her vision of fashion and chic through a selection of articles by some sixty Moroccan designers. Ready-to-wear, accessories, unique pieces, cosmetics and leather goods; the choice is eclectic, refined and of high quality. Through Christelle's encounters and favourites, the boutique evolves, presenting each time equally surprising and singular collections. For the greatest pleasure of the ladies, but also of the men who will find beautiful ethnic pieces.

You will come here to look for some souvenirs from Marrakech or to find a well-chosen gift, this boutique offers spices, jewelry, pottery and antique crockery.

On two floors, with the first of the antiques from all over Morocco, art objects and contemporary masterpieces. Carpets, kilims of all sizes on the second floor and for all budgets, but also many Jewish pottery from Fes or the Rif, many ceramics, as well as glass or silver jewelry, belts, beads and necklaces.

Nicknamed the Artisan's house, this boutique offers antique furniture and luxury furniture, wooden or wrought iron. You will also find a veritable gallery of Moroccan handicraft products, ranging from clothing to home decoration to office and garden.

In a small shop located opposite the small Marché market, bronze chandeliers, glass of glass, vases of the 1950 s, silver sugar pliers from the period of the protectorate and many other objects.

The art of coppersmithing has been part of the country's heritage since the 12th^century . A number of craftsmen have managed to keep up the momentum and create innovative pieces, like Yahya, a light sculptor who devotes a cult following to his work. His showroom is like a gallery, where you can browse through luminaires, mirrors and photophores, jagged and sculpted to perfection in brass, copper or bronze, a fusion of tradition and contemporary art. A house celebrated in the royal palace and around the world. A true masterpiece!

Before it became a place for spices and wicker baskets, this square was a market for grain and... slaves! A practice that was only officially abolished in 1920. Today, it is good to stroll in the shops of the apothecaries who will explain to you, with joy, that their magic potions are able to solve all your ills. It is here that you will find the largest choice of spices but beware, haggling is really necessary!

This small workshop sells mainly paintings made on wooden supports. Their own resides in the fact that these supports are the traditional slate used in elementary schools of mosques.