Not-for-profit organisation Kontiki Cultural Women Empowerment has joined hands with Sunshine Plaza to extend gratitude to the Sunshine community by giving away 300 handmade tote bags.
On Friday, May 10, the women will distribute 300 unique bags that have been hand crafted within the Kontiki sewing programs.
The tote bags, featuring unique patchwork designs handcrafted with care, boast durability suitable for everyday use and shopping. Each purchase contributes directly to supporting Kontiki, a local community group dedicated to empowerment and skill-building.
Kontiki participant Maombi Bongwa said the bags created by the group are both “beautiful and useful.”
“I have learnt so much about sewing with Kontiki and made many friends. We love having new members and creating new designs,” she said.
Sunshine Plaza has stepped forward to purchase these bags, with proceeds dedicated to restocking materials and maintaining sewing equipment.
Using innovative fashion designs and traditional techniques such as gara and batik ink tie-dye, Kontiki’s programs foster creativity and practical skills essential for personal and professional growth.
Sunshine Plaza centre manager Ian Simpson said the event is a great opportunity to reward shoppers with something unique and useful whilst supporting Kontiki.
“We hope this will encourage people to get involved with the programs run at Kontiki,” he said.
For those interested in learning more or getting involved, Kontiki invites guests to explore their workshop during the giveaway event, offering insights into upcoming classes held at Sunshine Plaza.
The giveaway event will take place on May 10, from 10am-2pm, or until stocks last, with any purchase made at Sunshine Plaza.
Details: shorturl.at/mozIK
