Shweshwe Apron

Name: Shweshwe Apron
Brand: Hands 4 Hope
SKU: H4HA4
Price: 59.5 AUD
Availability: InStock

by Hands 4 Hope

$59.50

This versatile shweshwe apron is ideal for the kitchen, garden or art class!

100% shweshwe cotton fabric, locally produced in South Africa.

Available in a variety of colors and designs. Please allow for variances on the pattern as each apron is made by hand using off cuts by seamstresses in impoverished communities in South Africa. The purchase of this item supports local women in the Seawinds Township of Cape Town and proceeds from the sale of this item go to Smart Kingdom Kids Academy in the Cape Flats, supporting homeless children by providing them a safe haven for after school care and a warm meal each day.

Perfect gift for mom!

Shweshwe is considered the traditional South African fabric. It was introduced to South Africa in the 19th century by German immigrants and today forms an integral part of South African culture, particularly for women of the Xhosa ethnic group.

About Ithemba

Ithemba Creations imports and retails handcrafted, ethically sourced and traded, products from Southern African artisans. Ithemba is the Zulu word for hope. We are mission driven and are committed to giving a portion of our proceeds each month to one of our partners and thier causes. Each piece tells a story. South Africa is known as the rainbow nation of the world. We wish to embrace and celebrate Southern Africa’s diversity and creativity, empowering lives and communities. Our hope is that each item brings our consumers joy and they embrace our initiative of hope.

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