Freej. It is one of those Khaleeji words that carries a whole world inside it.

More than just a neighbourhood, a freej is the feeling of knowing your neighbours, of children running between houses, of a camel tethered by a gate and date palms casting shade over a courtyard. It is the UAE before the towers, before the highways, before the world arrived and stayed. And it is still here, if you know where to look (the historical Al Fahidi district is one of our favourite areas of Dubai!)

Amna Al Saleh's iconic freej illustration brings all of that warmth to this beautifully made cotton tea towel. A local couple, a camel, date palms and traditional Gulf architecture, silk screen printed by hand in teal and grey on crisp white 100% cotton twill. The print is heat sealed for a long print life, so it will look beautiful wash after wash. Practical enough for the kitchen, beautiful enough to hang on the wall, and meaningful enough to give as a gift.

Each tea towel arrives folded with a stiffening card and wrapped in a sustainable card sleeve. No plastic. Ready to gift, straight out of the bag.

Why this makes a perfect gift: One of our most loved home goods, and deservedly so. We use ours as a serving towel. Perfect for farewell gifts, housewarming gifts, Eid and Ramadan gifts, hostess gifts, an excellent secret Santa gift and anyone who wants a little piece of the UAE for their entertaining. Packs flat, posts beautifully, and never fails to make someone smile.

100% cotton twill · Silk screen printed by hand in the UAE · Heat sealed for long print life · Artwork by Emirati artist Amna Al Saleh · Embroidered hanging loop · Sustainable card sleeve packaging · 46 cm x 64 cm unfolded

Dimensions: 23 cm x 12 cm x 1 cm
Materials: 100% cotton
Made in United Arab Emirates

yalla...We ship pretty things, pretty fast.

Most orders head out the door within 1 business day. You'll get a tracking number the moment your package is on its way. Cue the door-checking.

International? We’ve got you.

Yes, we ship globally! Costs and delivery times vary depending on where you are, and customs fees may apply (we don’t love them either).