It is amazing how much can be made in a short
period of time. I am talking about the sewing project in NWC, which only
started in October, but it now feels that it has been here forever.
The master chef behind the project is Monica,
who has a vision of creating unique and quality products, which set them apart
from the rest.
They started off with producing simple things, for example blankets, table runners, napkins and pillow cases, but with
time the ladies working here became better and better, so the production
expanded quickly to producing bags and even clothes for children. In the future
they would also like to start making clothes for adults. The ideas for the
products are the work of San, who helps Monica to run the whole project.
It is important to emphasize that even the so
called simple products have a special touch, because the fabric is always precisely
chosen and also hand stitched. Knowing how much effort is put in the work, the
brand name is actually no surprise – umutima means heart in Kinyarwanda.
Here I would also like to highlight that all
the ladies working in the center are paid fairly for their work right after the
product is finished (and not when it is sold), which results in their happiness
when coming to work.
Lastly, you are always welcome to come to the
center and check out our latest products. And for those far away we are posting
some pictures, which will convince you that Rwanda should be your next travel destination!
J
Monica is
the leader of the project “Umutima”
