Moxy Crochet
Helping people to support themselves and become independent is a growing phenomenon in depressed regions of Africa. 
Moxy Crochet is part of this growing trend. The small company (only seven people) are from the Khayelietsha neighborhood of Cape Town, South Africa.
They work from home to create blankets, pillows and handbags. The team members work from home and meet every two weeks to exchange materials and news. Laura Summs, the chief designer of Moxy Crochet, pieces the elements together herself.
Moxy Crochet’s products are made from locally dyed cotton, wool and mohair. Each item is one-of-a-kind. They make their blankets in a standard size, but take custom orders.
To find out more about Moxy Crochet, or to place an order, visit their site and contact them directly.
It seems that crocheting is making a comeback. I think it’s the brighter colors that make these blankets so appealing.
Does anyone crochet? I’m thinking of learning how, since all I can knit is one long thing. This seems easier to do and to make something usable. Is it easy to learn?
6 Responses to “Moxy Crochet”
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Posted by Alane on May 12th, 2009 at 8:56 am
If you learn teach me – I used to do this but have forgotten – I have thought about learning again lately as I’m bored with how long knitting takes.
Alane
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Posted by Jennifer on May 12th, 2009 at 6:09 pm
Nikki,
Thanks for the encouragement. I think I’ll buy a book and give it a try.
Alane, I agree about knitting vs crochet. Crochet is more Instant Gratification. You can make a pillow fast. All I could ever make knitting were tube hats and scarves. I admire anyone who can knit a sweater.
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Posted by anna on May 14th, 2009 at 11:21 am
Wow!
the use of colour is great!It is colourful, without being kitsch…where are they?Cape town, or Jo’burg?
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Posted by Jennifer on May 14th, 2009 at 2:40 pm
They’re in Cape Town. Aren’t they great?
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Posted by Antoinette on September 30th, 2009 at 10:11 am
Wow! This is just in a league above all the rest! So elegant and beautifully finished. I have just started crochet and am HOOKED! Your colours and mix of wool is so exciting! Cant wait to try these designs!
I both knit and crochet. It’s easier to do than knitting, in my opinion, because you can get things done quicker and it doesn’t require the maneuvering of two needles. I also think it’s fairly simple to learn, as I’m self-taught.
I have a crochet book that I can send you, if you like. It’s called “Simple Crochet.” I’m not in need of it anymore and the only reason I hold onto it is because it makes a lovely coffee table book. :)