PatCh(Maokoe)Zimbabwe

There's something about seeing your work on display. A sense of achievement that makes all the work worth it and a gentle reminder and assurance of why you must carry on doing what you're doing. In case someone needed to hear this today, keep doing what you're doing, don't give up, you're doing absolutely amazing. 💫 #africanluxury #madeinzimbabwe #handcrafted #slowfashion #sustainablefashion #hararefashion #PatCh #Maokoezimbabwe

So Musemo @misslionhunter went and did a cool thing and introduced us to her world.💃🏿💃🏿 That means we have new family over here, and we are so excited to welcome you all into our space. We hope to see you stay and grow with us on our journey of crafting bags you will love and adore. Your presence here truly matters💫💫 #slowfashion #madeinafrica #zimbabwe #africanbrands #handcrafted #PatCh

Creativity was never loud where we come from. It didn’t arrive with applause or permission, it was passed gently, like a whisper between generations. From mother to child, to grandchild ... in the way hands remember, in the way stories are told without being written, in the quiet knowing of how to make something out of feeling. We come from a culture that celebrates this soft power, the kind that doesn’t demand attention but shapes everything. It lives in the rhythm of daily life, in the colors we choose, in the way we hold memory and turn it into expression. It’s not just art. It’s inheritance. In frame : @chykase85 Dress : @fuzz.papi @fungai_muzoroza Facilitator : @hausofstone_showroom Bag accessory : @patch_maoko_ezim

Taking it back to the time @southernafricaarts hosted a #creativeeconomyweek mixer powered by @hausofstone_showroom , for an evening that led to conversations on identity. It took me back to my roots, as an individual and to the work we are doing at #PatCh, an extension of the legacies handed down by our forebearers, and stretching it so that it can go forward. I was grateful to have been awarded the opportunity to share my journey and thoughts around creating from a point of being cognisant of who [I/we] really [am/are] as a [person/people] and how this can strengthen the stories we tell through our craft collectively.💫 If we can open up our minds and hearts to unlearning cultures, systems and habits that are foreign to us, and shift our mindsets to learning from our indigenous knowledge systems, we will be able to play our part in crafting a #proudlyzimbabwean future🇿🇼 📷: @simplycrafte_africa #africanbrands #culturalheritage

Creative DNA x Studio Smithfield Fashion Residency Part 1, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 🇪🇹 Reflections: Ethiopia reminded me that we are not starting from nothing. We carry immense wealth in our indigenous knowledge systems, craftsmanship, and culture. What we are doing now is continuing, evolving, and reimagining what has always been. We often look so far for inspiration, yet it is right here at home. Sankofa — it is important to look back in order to move forward. There is power in embracing our roots. Connect. Listen. Learn. Share.This is the strength of community—and we remain relevant when we continue to learn. Share more about your work. You never know who you are helping, or who is watching and listening. Sebenza girl… put in the work without excuses. Everything else will align. But also—all work and no play makes Chido a dull girl 😊(I definitely danced a couple of times 💃🏿) It was deeply fulfilling to witness families of weavers and spinners making an honest living from age-old artisanal practices—skills that are not just preserved, but lived daily. I’m carrying all of this with me, stepping forward with greater intention—and a commitment to share more along the journey. Grateful for this once-in-a-lifetime investment in the growth and development of #PatCh. @paulsmithsfoundation @thisisprojekt @iceaddis @britisharts #africanbrands #sankofa #fashionresidency #creativeeconomy

IN THE PRESS Chido Kaseke of @patch_maoko_ezim Selected for Creative DNA x @studiosmithfield (@thisisprojekt ) with @paulsmithsfoundation Creative DNA continues to make waves across the region 🌍 🇿🇼 We’re proud to share that this milestone moment has received coverage from leading cultural media platforms including @gqsouthafrica , @heraldzimbabwe ,@TheDiplomat , @eargroundtv , @Zimsphere , and @GreedySouth . This recognition follows Chido Kaseke’s selection for the prestigious Creative DNA x @studiosmithfield (@thisisprojekt ) with @paulsmithsfoundation programme, a cross-continental fashion exchange designed to support emerging designers through mentorship, collaboration, and global industry exposure. As part of the programme, she will take part in an immersive journey spanning Ethiopia and London, gaining hands-on experience, business training, and access to international markets. Creative DNA Zimbabwe is implemented in partnership with the British Council and the Swiss Embassy of Zimbabwe, and delivered by Haus of Stone Showroom. Zimbabwe To The World 🇿🇼🌍🙏 #HausOfStoneShowroom #CreativeDNAZimbabwe #PatChMaokoeZim #PaulsSmithsFoundation #StudioSmithfield

Spotted: PatCh travelling through Morocco 💫 We love seeing our pieces travel the world with the incredible people who carry them. From Morocco’s vibrant streets to peaceful seaside moments — handmade style that moves with you. Thank you beautiful @pam.choto for taking PatCh on your adventure. ✨👜 #slowfashion #africanbrands #travel #PatCh #handcrafted

The first three designers selected for the Creative DNA x Studio Smithfield programme are Solome Asfaw (@xufan_wear ) from Ethiopia, Karoline Vitto (@karolinevitto ) from London and Chido Kaseko (@patch_maoko_ezim ) from Zimbabwe.  The designers will first travel to Ethiopia for a 10 day exploration of craft and fashion, led by programme partner @iceaddis . This is followed by a 6-week residency at Studio Smithfield in London, including a free studio space, business mentoring and showcasing opportunities.

When you carry a PatCh bag, you carry hours of human craftsmanship. This is just a gentle reminder for you to wear it knowing how it was made.😊💫 #handcrafted #slowfashion #africanbrands #madeinzimbabwe #PatCh

Crafted from earth, Sculpted from leather, Woven by hand.💫 Nothing rushed. Nothing wasted. Everything considered. This is what slow, intentional luxury looks like. #africanbrands #handcrafted #SustainableLuxury #PatChMaokoeZimbabwe #MadeInZimbabwe

What does #zerowaste really mean? Reusing waste is an african way of life. It comes natural to add value to things that would've been otherwise thrown away. For us, it begins with seeing value where others see excess. Turning waste into raw materials. Leather offcuts that would normally be discarded are carefully selected, cut, and shaped into a handbag meant to be worn for years. A cow horn—once overlooked, destined for waste—is transformed by @africa_reflections into a sculptural handle, honouring the tradition and craft behind it. Every decision in this piece is deliberate. Nothing is rushed. Nothing is wasted. This is our way of respecting materials, preserving traditional resources, and creating fashion that is mindful of where it comes from and where it will go. Sustainability, to us, isn’t about perfection—it’s about intention, responsibility, and appreciation. This is zero-waste as a practice. This is #PatCh #MaokoeZimbabwe. #africanbrands #sustainablefashion

2026 🌱💫 Rooted in craft. Rooted in community. Rooted in purpose. This year, we continue telling stories through every stitch, empowering women, honoring handmade traditions, and creating sustainable pieces that carry meaning. Thank you for walking this journey with us. ✨ Here’s to conscious fashion and bold stories in 2026. #Patch #MadeInZimbabwe #SustainableFashion #WomenWhoCreate #Africanbrands