Eden gets crafty

With teams and fans alike expected in and around the Knysna area during the 2010 FIFA World Cu, the coastal town is preparing for a major influx of tourists to hit its picturesque shores.

Knysna a town situated along the scenic Garden Route on South Africa's South East coast wants to ensure the benefits of South Africa hosting the tournament will spill over into its local communities, and in particular, local crafters. Knysna Tourism, together with the assistance of the Cape Craft & Design Institute (CCDI), have taken this cause on board.

To ensure this happens, Knysna Tourism is facilitating a series of workshops targeted at local crafters looking to diversify their skills.  The first workshop focused on the use of official trademarks relating to the tournament so that the crafters are able exhibit and sell during the tournament without contravening any regulations.

The awareness workshop also provided crafters with information on the tastes of the international tourists they can expect to encounter during the event.  The CCDI recommended that crafters look at innovative ways of incorporating participating countries' flags, team colours and badges into their craft designs.

For more information on the Cape Craft and Design Institute contact:
Thandeka Tyatyantsi
Cape Craft and Design Institute (CCDI)
Tel: +27 21 461 1488 or 1495
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