Fancy Stitch

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Exclusive hand embroidered arts and crafts

Embroidery, like all art forms, needs to be understood to be fully appreciated, and enjoyed. Once the pastime of queens and courts, it’s also called painting with the needle. The pieces crafted Fancy Stitch push embroidery beyond the realms of tradition and have enjoyed considerable international recognition from collectors of this art form. Now you too have the opportunity to purchase exquisite 100% handcrafted embroidery.

The Fancy Stitch group is a self-help, income generation and skills development initiative amongst women living in the deep rural hamlet of Ingwavuma, Zulu-Land, Northern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. In their efforts to alleviate poverty, the dedication, talent, social and emotional connectedness amongst the members is truly inspiring.

No two pieces are exactly the same as an exclusive limited edition is available on each product. Although each piece shows subtle variations, quality and originality are acknowledged hallmarks of their work.

Product Descriptions

	Wall Hangings Design and patterns, colour and whimsy all play together to create a wall hanging that will enhance any interior. Individual designs can be commissioned and a big work for an impressive foyer an exciting challenge we are eager to do.
	Cards A range of unique hand embroidered designs, mounted on recycled handmade paper left blank inside for your message.
	Christmas Decorations Appreciate the subtle beauty and gentle charm that comes from knowing that it was stitched by a women sitting under a flaming African tree.
	Key Rings A well crafted practical souvenir of Africa
	Photo Frames Capture your memories in these ageless, charming photo frames that radiate African style. Unique designs and exuberant colour combinations.

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