My name is Lucy Wambui Kaigutha the Founder and CEO of Toto Care Box Africa Trust. This is an organization that aims to reduce maternal and newborn deaths through education and incentives. Toto Care Box on Instagram Toto Care Box on Facebook Toto Care Box on Twitter Have we met? I am a fun loving …
My name is Nyawira Mafabi. I am the founder of Nyuzzi, a brand that specializes in making crocheted Brown and Black dolls and keychains that celebrate our beautiful African skin. I do make other types of crochet dolls as well. Nyuzzi caters to children and the young at heart. Nyuzzi on Instagram Nyuzzi on Facebook …
My name is Joan Aoko, a full time crochet designer. I’m the founder of Byaoko (pronounced as By Aoko) a crochet brand that designs swimwear and bridal dresses. In addition, I’m also the founder of House of Yarns which sells imported yarn and craft supplies. I spend most of my time crocheting and exploring yarns. …
When LoveCrafts asked how I express myself through my craft, I really couldn’t wait to write a post about it. However, I am introverted & have always been timid when it comes to expressing myself. I over-analyzed, over-planned and engineered a nightmare. Cue in: procrastination. Let’s start from the beginning. My main form of crafting …
My name is Wangari Kamau, owner of Umba Creations, a socially conscious children’s brand which has a love for handmade goods, with a particular interest in creating crochet dolls and toys to help impart positive messages and values into the lives of children. Umba Creations on Instagram Umba Creations on Facebook Umba Creations on Etsy …
My name is Valentine Mghoi and I am the founder of Mats by Vee. I work as a graphic designer during the day and in the evenings I work as a mat maker. My name Mghoi means pillar. When a hat is built, the center pillar that gives it support is what is called Mghoi. …
I am Lorraine Amagove Mugere. I am the owner of Amagove.mugere, a handmade knitwear brand, formerly known as obsiddian handmade. I decided to give my brand a more African name, my name, not only because I am the owner, but because it feels more African, more relatable. Amagove.mugere on Instagram Don’t ever underestimate yourself. I have …
The Lexie Hexie Blanket Pattern is a free crochet baby blanket pattern that uses hexagon blocks. You can make this retro chic blanket as big (or small) as you want it or easily customize the colours however you wish. Download this Pattern from Ravelry Download this Pattern from LoveCrafts About The Lexie Hexie Blanket. When …
Can you believe that we’re already in week 3 of the Bear Hybrid Series? This week’s bear is Donut Bear . Makes you crave a delicious treat, doesn’t it? To read up more on the Bear Hybrid Series and the inspiration behind it, visit week one’s post. The modification is based off of the Donato …
What is the first thing that comes to mind when someone says Africa? Over the years, I’ve watched how Africa is portrayed to the world. It’s always on either of two extremes. Painted as a country (not even a continent) of constant hunger, civil war and corruption or a paradise where you can leave all …