Blessings Gift Shop and The Olive Wood Factory
Blessings Gift Shop and The Olive Wood Factory
Blessings Gift Shop and The Olive Wood Factory
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8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Everyone is Welcome to order from our website and have their items shipped to them .The Olive Wood Factory in Bethlehem ,is a 3rd Generation christian family business run Since 1925 . You get to watch friendly local artist making all kinds of products from Olive Wood .Also the Bethlehem Panoramic View 360 degrees of all Bethlehem at the top of the factory ,and huge selections of olive wood products able to buy from the shop If like .Theres no pressure to buy anything .All welcome to view and take pictures.Its easy to find alone ,only 2 minutes walking from The Church of the Nativity and next door to Milk Grotto Church.Free Wifi ,Local Map ,coffee,tea,Help/ Advice ,all Free without the need to buy anything .We organise Local tours to Marsaba monastery ,herodium,Jericho,dead Sea with our trusted taxi drivers who will charge you only local prices making your experience very pleasant .Open Anytime by appointment outside opening hours.
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Rachel
Milwaukee, WI10 contributions
Mar 2023
The owner was very personable and even took the time to show us how he makes his pieces. Highly recommended!
Written 24 March 2023
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Endre S
5 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
We loved this store! The owner allowed us to just look around his store without buying anything and even let us go up onto the buildimg's roof terrace where we enjoyed a nice view of Betlehem. Before leaving we decided to pick up some souvenirs. The owner stopped working at his craft machine, talked to us, told us interesting stories and offered us coffee! This was a typical WOW factor!
Written 22 March 2023
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ScenicSights
Wauwatosa, WI755 contributions
Mar 2023
We visited after going to the Church of the Nativity and walking a bit. We used directions from the phone and could not find the place. We got a lot of steps in because we went the wrong way. We at last arrived. The owner of the shop is very kind and friendly. He told us some stories, let us go up on the roof, showed us how he made some of his wood products, etc.
Written 21 March 2023
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Andrea G
Surfers Paradise, Australia191 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Israel is an amazing country to visit with beautiful people and very safe.
a truly moving experience seeing Tel Aviv , Jerusalem and Bethlehem
a truly moving experience seeing Tel Aviv , Jerusalem and Bethlehem
Written 20 January 2023
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Thank you for your review .Wishing you all the best for 2023.thnak you for the support
Written 23 January 2023
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John P
2 contributions
Dec 2022
There are a lot of good store owners in Bethlehem but we found Blessing's Gift Shop and Bethlehem Olive Wood Factory to be a top notch place to visit. The store owner, Bassem, is very passionate about his work, caring for his workers, family, and his guests. We felt extremely welcomed into his store, shop, and onto the rooftop for great views. I think his olive wood work is excellent with extremely fair prices.
We had items shipped home to USA and our package arrived in excellent condition with everything we purchased. If you are near the Church of Nativity than it's worth a short walk to visit this shop.
We had items shipped home to USA and our package arrived in excellent condition with everything we purchased. If you are near the Church of Nativity than it's worth a short walk to visit this shop.
Written 15 December 2022
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Cindy
1 contribution
Nov 2022 • Couples
We just purchased five olive wood nativity church’s, as well as, olive wood ornaments from Blessings Gift Shop to give to all of our family for Christmas. Bassem shipped them to us in perfect condition. Bassem is patient and helpful with all of his customers. He is professional and has excellent, well made merchandise at a great price. I highly recommend Blessings Gift Shop.
Written 29 November 2022
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Eva Rozalie
1 contribution
Oct 2022
Amazing place led by gentlemen in the very sense of this word. They were super nice and helpful, providing not only an insight into the woodcraft factory and stunning view of Bethlehem from their rooftop but also giving general info about the city, etc. This is a must-go place for everyone who would like to enjoy the kind face of tourism.
Written 31 October 2022
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Stefania P
1 contribution
Oct 2022 • Friends
Beautiful shop, lots of objects in olive wood and mother of Pearl, a good choice of Barnsky souvenirs too. The man in the shop was so kind and patient with us, I thank him very much!
Written 11 October 2022
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Cathy A (147 reviews)
Orewa, New Zealand687 contributions
Sep 2022 • Friends
We heard about this shop behind Church of Nativity, before we left NZ and we were not disappointed. Owner Bassem offers a huge range of quality souvenirs, big and small, with most handmade by craftsmen on the premises and you can experience this first hand on the premises. So much to choose from: beauty reflected in every type of olive wood carving, Xmas ornaments, stunning crucifixes, rosary beads, and jewellry creations including mother of pearl and paua shell hearts and crosses, and so much more.
If you enjoy choosing a talisman or two for your own lifetime enjoyment, or meaningful gifts for loved ones, this is your place! You won’t be pressured to buy or be overcharged and your purchases will long remind you of beautiful Bethlehem and surrounds. As a long term resident ask Bassem for advice about what to see and do- priceless! We loved everything about this shop especially the amazing, personalised, customer service. Go visit and enjoy!
If you enjoy choosing a talisman or two for your own lifetime enjoyment, or meaningful gifts for loved ones, this is your place! You won’t be pressured to buy or be overcharged and your purchases will long remind you of beautiful Bethlehem and surrounds. As a long term resident ask Bassem for advice about what to see and do- priceless! We loved everything about this shop especially the amazing, personalised, customer service. Go visit and enjoy!
Written 23 September 2022
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travellingdoctor48
Auckland, New Zealand122 contributions
Sep 2022 • Friends
Authentic workshop is next door. You get free wifi plus panoramic view of Bethlehem at his rooftop. Items on sale are objects d art. Great selection
Written 22 September 2022
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Diana
Jerusalem, Israel218 contributions
Mr James, I was there almost a year ago and my question is if there is a possibility to find in olive wood a hair comb in your store? I know that it is not a religious souvenir, but I really appreciate your answer. My best regards!!!!
bassem Giacaman
United States2 contributions
Thank you So much for your Question
Regarding an Olive Wood Comb Im sorry we dont make because The comb has so many thin slices that they will very easily break and snap .Im very Sorry as in olive wood its not possible.We like to make something that we can guarantee it will last Rather than make for you and after you use it it Breaks .
Thank you and Please any other Questions as us and Time please
Jason M
Salt Lake City, UT102 contributions
I will be visiting Bethlehem Wednesday on a tour. Do you sell Christmas tree ornaments? Are they made locally in your factory?
james b
Texas17 contributions
Dear Sir.Thank You for The Question.Yes We Sell Christmas Ornaments all Hand Made in our Factory and If You Have Time We Can Show You How To Make One Yourself and Keep It .You Are Most Welcome To Our Factory anytime
Backpacker1975
Madrid, Spain4,040 contributions
Do you have in the shop some kind of bracelet for man?
james b
Texas17 contributions
Hi Leon.Thank You for Your Question.I have Wood but Also Silver .Please If have any Question Or any Other Help please Email me or Just ask me a Question.Thank You
kavander
Toronto, Canada
I visited your store earlier this year, and would like more information about your large outdoor nativity scene (life size). What is your e-mail address? Thank you. Kathryn, Canada
james b
Texas17 contributions
Hi Kathryn.Thank you for your Question ,please type blessingsgift shop on google and easy to find as this forum doesnt allow me to write it .i dont know why .sorry for that
Thank you very Much
Roberta H
San Marcos, TX76 contributions
I do not know how our tour guide missed your shop. I would like to order on line some items. If I'm blessed to visit Israel again, I will not miss your shop.
james b
Texas17 contributions
Hi Roberta
Thank you so much for Your Email.You are Very Welcome To order any Time On Line .Please Let me Know What You like and I can Send You pictures and Prices
God Bless You
Joanne186284
Cheltenham, UK57 contributions
I just wanted to say that I agree with all the other 'reviewers' have written about the Blessings Gift Shop. Bassem is very helpful and there's no pressure...you can just pick up anything and get the price and decide 'yes or no' and the deal gets done! Prices are very fair. You can watch the carvers work and I took a group of people and we all ate lunch on the roof of the shop, and had a wonderful view of Bethlehem. Joanne
james b
Texas17 contributions
I just want to say a VERY THANK YOU so much Joanne for the review .I really appreciate it so much .i work very hard to help people and I will NEVER sell anything to anyone if theres a problem with my products ,as Honesty is First policy and protection to all my customers .I sell from my heart and Never take much from Customers just enough to look after me and my Family and keep my workers going in Tough Situation .
GOD BLESS YOU
BLESSINGS GIFT SHOP AND THE OLIVE WOOD FACTORY (Bethlehem) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Blessings Gift Shop and The Olive Wood Factory is open:
- Sun - Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Mon - Sat 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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