The Inspiration Behind the Collection: Orchards of the Homeland

The Inspiration Behind the Collection: Orchards of the Homeland

Our Orchards of the Homeland collection is a tribute to the resilient beauty of Palestinian heritage and a heartfelt extension of our mission to give back to the world. Inspired by cultural symbols that evoke the Palestinian spirit—such as olive branches, figs, and pomegranates—each design in this collection embodies the strength, endurance, and rich history of the people it honours. Beyond aesthetics, Orchards of the Homeland is created with a singular purpose: to channel all proceeds toward humanitarian causes worldwide, in line with the teachings of Islam on compassion, charity, and the profound blessings of giving.

Growing up, I always felt there was a lack of meaningful representation in the western world for the Islamic community, and I wanted to create something that would resonate with our shared values and heritage. Islam’s encouragement of charity has been a guiding light throughout this journey. In the Qur'an, we are constantly reminded of the virtues of charity and the rewards that await those who give generously.


Here are some of the verses that inspire our work:

بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ ۝


مَّثَلُ ٱلَّذِينَ يُنفِقُونَ أَمْوَٰلَهُمْ فِى سَبِيلِ ٱللَّهِ كَمَثَلِ حَبَّةٍۢ أَنۢبَتَتْ سَبْعَ سَنَابِلَ فِى كُلِّ سُنبُلَةٍۢ مِّا۟ئَةُ حَبَّةٍۢ ۗ وَٱللَّهُ يُضَٰعِفُ لِمَن يَشَآءُ ۝

SURAH AL-BAQARAH (2:261)

"The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed of grain that sprouts seven ears; in every ear is a hundred grains. And Allah multiplies His reward for whom He wills."


ٱلَّذِينَ يُنفِقُونَ أَمْوَٰلَهُمْ بِٱلَّيْلِ وَٱلنَّهَارِ سِرًّۭا وَعَلَانِيَةًۭ فَلَهُمْ أَجْرُهُمْ عِندَ رَبِّهِمْ ۖ وَلَا خَوْفٌ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا هُمْ يَحْزَنُونَ ۝


SURAH AL-BAQARAH (2:261)

"Those who spend their wealth in the night and in the day, secretly and publicly, will have their reward with their Lord. And there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve.”


لَن تَنَالُوا۟ ٱلْبِرَّ حَتَّىٰ تُنفِقُوا۟ مِمَّا تُحِبُّونَ ۝

SURAH AL-IMRAN (3:92)

“You will never attain righteousness until you spend from that which you love.”

ءَامِنُوا۟ بِٱللَّهِ وَرَسُولِهِۦ وَأَنفِقُوا۟ مِمَّا جَعَلَكُم مُّسْتَخْلَفِينَ فِيهِۦ ۖ فَٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ مِنكُمْ وَأَنفَقُوا۟ لَهُمْ أَجْرٌۭ كَبِيرٌۭ ۝

SURAH AL-HADID (57:7)

“Believe in Allah and His Messenger and spend from that over which He has made you successors. For those who have believed among you and spent, there will be a great reward.”

وَمَا تُقَدِّمُوا۟ لِأَنفُسِكُم مِّنْ خَيْرٍۢ تَجِدُوهُ عِندَ ٱللَّهِ ۚ هُوَ خَيْرًۭا وَأَعْظَمَ أَجْرًۭا ۝

SURAH AL-MUZZAMMIL (73:20)

“And whatever good you put forward for yourselves—you will find it with Allah. It is better and greater in reward.”
These verses reflect the immense importance and rewards of charity, inspiring generosity and compassion in all who strive to uphold the values of faith and humanity.

In creating the "Orchards of the Homeland" collection, we are not just honouring the rich cultural symbols of Palestine, but also reflecting the profound teachings of Islam about charity, compassion, and stewardship of the earth. Every design in this collection serves as a heartfelt tribute to the resilience of the Palestinian people, and through it, we strive to embody the timeless values of generosity and kindness that Islam teaches. By dedicating all proceeds to humanitarian causes around the world, we aim to make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need.

With every piece we create and every cause we support, we are reminded of the beautiful reward that comes from giving, as emphasized in the Qur'an. Through this collection, we not only celebrate a shared heritage but also work together to uplift and support communities worldwide, staying true to the values of faith, love, and responsibility that guide us.