Crowning glory: Saudi girl designs mini shemagh

(MENAFN- Arab News) A young Saudi woman's talent with the needle and thread has won her praise from all quarters in the Kingdom. Her creation a souvenir in the form of a small shemagh (headdress for men) is expected to capture the market.
The young innovator Iman Hejazi was honored by Prince Misha'al bin Majed governor of Jeddah and chairman of the Majed community development charitable organization during a ceremony here recently. He hailed her for the souvenir which represents the national identity.
Iman said she had never expected that her creation would evoke so much interest. Her work will be sent to Britain's Coventry University for the National Day celebrations. It is also expected to be a big hit in the local market which is visited by pilgrims and tourists.
She said she is very much thankful to the Majed center for sponsoring and honoring her. 'I was a professional in sewing but training at the center helped in polishing my skills.'
Hammam Zara Director General of the training center said the training and development of the community talent have contributed to reduction in unemployment.
He said the organization imparts training in several fields so that one can start small projects and that 681 citizens have been trained so far.