nvmany

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Founder of social enterprise http://www.tashanda.com. Our goal is to contribute to the elimination of poverty in Zimbabwe by providing access to markets for artisans and helping them with new ideas and craft trends from around the world. See blogspot http://tashanda-africa.blogspot.com/

Due to the poverty being faced by some of the artisans with whom I work, I am looking for very cheap, low capital craft ideas to get them started. Any thoughts and ideas are welcome.

craft interests: crochet, embroidery, fashion, gifts, holidays, home decorating, jewelry making, knitting, memory making, paper crafts, quilting, restyle, sewing

Member Since: 12/06/2008

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Natural Bead Necklace

Jan 17, 2009

Hi Crafters I just wanted to share some of the work being done by crafters like you and me in a small little country in Africa called Zimbabwe. This particular crafter is David Kasama. He uses...

Re: How to Weave on a Cardboard Loom

Wow! Thanks so much for sharing this technique. I work with marginalized, low income men and women in Zimbabwe, Africa and I am always looking for simple, cheap ways for my artisans to earn a living for themselves. I cannot think of an easier project. Here I was wondering where to buy a loom, how much it would cost etc.. etc.. and you so generously shared this tutorial with us. Thanks again & watch my blog for implementation of this project - http://tashanda-africa.blogspot.com/

posted: 7:59 am on January 17th