As you spend Christmas in the UAE this year, the emirate transforms itself into a beautiful wonderland with illuminated lights and activities that transport most of the expats back to their home country as they embrace the festive season here.
As part of a new initiative, these Emirati artists have partnered up with Al Noor Training Centre for Persons with Disabilities and Crate & Barrel to create UAE-themed Christmas baubles.
These personalised baubles and ornaments add a refreshing element to any Christmas trimmings with each piece being designed skillfully with a hand-finished touch to produce exquisite décor to brighten up any home.
Created by four local artists in the region, all the profits are donated to the Al Noor Training Centre in Dubai. The artists include Abdulla Lutfi who is an Emirati with autism spectrum disorder, who specialises in black and white designs.
Fashion designer Budoor Abdulqader was also involved in the collaboration, and explained that she wanted to highlight the traditional dress of the UAE. “Being Emirati and having a background in fashion design, I really wanted to highlight the UAE’s national dress and create unique baubles that add an element of playfulness and fun,” she said. “Bringing cultures together to raise money for Al Noor is an initiative that I am very honoured to participate and support with.”
The artist behind @girly.henna on Instagram, Amreen Wahid and textile artist Muna Amareen were also involved in the project.
With each bauble priced at Dhs80, this limited collection personally designed Christmas décor is available in Crate & Barrel stores in Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif and The Dubai Mall.
