A new life made possible for street people

GEORGE NEWS - An initiative to empower people living on the streets of George to rebuild their lives is off the ground and flying.

Two groups of these people under their own brand names, S&D Creations (sewing) and A&A Jewellery Design, are producing beautiful, handcrafted products which include handbags, sling bags, indoor and outdoor aprons for braaiing, and jewellery.

Everything is crafted using donated materials.

The initiative is the brainchild of George Municipality’s community development division and is aimed at skills development.

The municipality invites all residents to form a part of this amazing initiative.

They can help to create more work opportunities for the homeless and encourage people to get off the streets and rebuild their lives.

Custom orders

Members of the public interested in buying any of the products are encouraged to visit the community development offices on the corner of Varing and St John’s streets.

Purchases can be made directly from the participants during their work hours, or customers can discuss their own design preferences and place customised orders.

Curtain production and clothing repairs

Apart from handbags and aprons, the sewing group also offers curtain production, clothing repairs and alteration services.

For further inquiries, contact Estelle Fredericks on 044 802 2000 during working hours from 07:45 to 16:30 on weekdays, or e-mail her at eyfredericks@george.gov.za.

Staff of Loerie Bakery in Klein Brak River with their new aprons that were handmade by S&D Creations. Small businesses supporting the sewing group are empowering them to go from strength to strength.