Background

Finished high school and started working in embroidery since 1966.

Ethics & Aspiration

I aspire to keep this authentic Damascene craft alive for many generations to come.
I hope that the young generation will keep this handicraft going because it represents the history of the country.
I hope that this handicraft is protected by the government and supported by the private sector.

Damascus Old City

Damascus old city is my body and my soul. I cannot stay away from it for more than couple of days.

Hobbies

I enjoy listening to classical music and love to travel.

Favorite Joke or Proverb

Favourite Proverb:
“Don’t feel sorry for whom lost his money but rather for whom saved his money”
"لا تبكي علي اللي راح ماله بل ابكي علي اللي حفظ ماله"