American national Alyssa and Mahmoud Khsayem from Syria met by the Dubai Creek Alyssa and Mahmoud have built a life by the Creek creating beautiful hand-woven rugs and carpets Image Credit: Supplied A myriad of emotions are felt for the historic Dubai Creek. Its gently flowing waters remind some of the days gone by, while for others the Creek has been the source of love, life and longing. American national Alyssa met the love of her life Mahmoud Khsayem, a Syrian weaver, by the Dubai Creek back in 2019. Today the couple run Magic Rugs, a home-grown weaving studio in Al Seef, a place that inspires a love of the Arabic craft, culture and tradition through the beautiful woven home items, such as carpets and rugs.