Women-led. Waste Transformed. Futures Restored.

A women-led cooperative in Hammarsdale transforming discarded textiles and fabric waste into practical, reusable products creating jobs, reducing waste and building a stronger circular economy.

USE-IT Incubation support

Strengthening women-led enterprises for long-term impact.

Section
18A Tax
Benefit

Eligible donors receive a Section 18A Tax Benefit.

Community
Rooted
Impact

Real change in Hammarsdale for people and the planet.

Women's Livehoods

Creating dignified work and income for women & disabled residents of Hammarsdale.

Waste Reduction

Diverting textile waste from landfills and giving materials a second life.

Practical Products

Handmade durable and beautiful products that make a difference.

Circular Economy

Turning waste into value through creativity, skills and collaboration.

MEET THE MAKERS

Neliswa Mfeka

Founder

Manah Khomo

Co-Founder

Thobile Shabalala

Co-Founder

Tholiwe Linda

Co-Founder

Ntombifuthi Ngidi

Co-Founder

Bajaheni Mkhize

Co-Founder

HOW IT WORKS

Collect Textile Waste

We gather discarded textiles from industry and corporates and local donors.

Sort & Prepare

Materials are sorted, cleaned and prepared for upcycling by our team.

Sew & Craft

We design and craft durable, useful products with care and loads of creativity.

Sell & Support Livelihoods

Products are sold to support community projects, training and the growth of our cooperative.

You do good. We make it go further.

Turning donations into dignified work, less waste and stronger communities.

Our Focus

We support women-led enterprises, reduce textile waste and create practical products that build better futures.

Join the challenge

Your support helps create jobs, restore dignity, and protect our planet.