Catherine Offei Kwapong

handcrafted African beaded jewelry

"My name is Catherine Offei Kwapong and I was born in Tema-Kpone in 1965. ... read more

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Profound Impact Catherine is an impactful member of her community and is constantly giving back. She supports mothers and children by covering their education fees so the children can empower themselves through further education and knowledge. Empowering Women The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women. Microcredit Financing Catherine Offei Kwapong has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $300 and the most recent for $400.

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Catherine Offei Kwapong handcrafted African beaded jewelry

"My name is Catherine Offei Kwapong and I was born in Tema-Kpone in 1965.

"I mastered how to style hair, create wedding décor, floral decoration and weaving wreaths. When I attended parties, I'd see women dressed up in beautiful beaded necklaces and I wondered how to create jewelry myself.

"I was fortunate to meet a teacher who was skilled in crafting beaded jewelry. I started with the basics and my teacher realized how quickly I learned. It took me about five months to master this craft. Then I began teaching other people and this helped me improve.

"I specialize in modern African beaded jewelry, and use bamboo, dried calabash gourd, clay and other materials. I sometimes have helpers when I have to create many designs. I choose people who are loyal, hard working and committed.

"I hope to help needy and poor children. My dream is to open a vocational school to teach beadwork and crafts to street children and orphans. For a while, I lived with my sister in Tema and learned a lot from the orphans there. I was able to teach the older ones to weave. It's been a privilege to help these children. They are very innocent, and caring for them has given me joy and peace."

Catherine Offei Kwapong

"My name is Catherine Offei Kwapong and I was born in Tema-Kpone in 1965.

"I mastered how to style hair, create wedding décor, floral decoration and weaving wreaths. When I attended parties, Id see women dressed up in beautiful beaded necklaces and I wondered how to create jewelry myself.

"I was fortunate to meet a teacher who was skilled in crafting beaded jewelry. I started with the basics and my teacher realized how quickly I learned. It took me about five months to master this craft. Then I began teaching other people and this helped me improve.

"I specialize in modern African beaded jewelry, and use bamboo, dried calabash gourd, clay and other materials. I sometimes have helpers when I have to create many designs. I choose people who are loyal, hard working and committed.

"I hope to help needy and poor children. My dream is to open a vocational school to teach beadwork and crafts to street children and orphans. For a while, I lived with my sister in Tema and learned a lot from the orphans there. I was able to teach the older ones to weave. Its been a privilege to help these children. They are very innocent, and caring for them has given me joy and peace."

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Maker BadgeProfound Impact

Catherine is an impactful member of her community and is constantly giving back. She supports mothers and children by covering their education fees so the children can empower themselves through further education and knowledge.

Maker BadgeEmpowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Maker BadgeMicrocredit Financing

Catherine Offei Kwapong has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $300 and the most recent for $400.

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