Quality isn't an afterthought. It's the whole point.
Macramé, crochet and beadwork, every piece knotted and stitched by hand in Strand. Most of them exist only once. Have a look around: there might be one here that's been waiting for you.
Find something you didn't know you needed
Ready to find a new home
Every piece here is finished and ready to post. Most are one of a kind. When they're gone, they're gone.
Remnant Ragamuffins
Even odds & ends deserve a second life
Made from nothing but leftover yarn, each Ragamuffin is designed with its own name, personality and story. Once a Ragamuffin's story has been told, that character is never made again. Nobody else will ever own one with the same name or face.
- Roughly 17cm from tuft to tail, the right size for a pocket or a shelf
- Filled with natural fibre stuffing
- Comes with its own little story
Japie die Skapie's storybook: free, in English & Afrikaans
You don't have to buy Japie to read his story. Just enjoy it.
You imagine it.
I make it happen.
Dolls, animal caricatures, Montessori toys, suncatchers, beadwork, even a beanie with horns for a metal concert. Every pattern is my own, designed stitch by stitch. If someone asks for a mallard duck, I go and study real mallards first.
- Message me on WhatsAppSend photos (front and back if you have them), the size in cm, and regular or plush yarn.
- Get your quotePrice and timeframe, based on what you've described.
- Pay a 50% depositThis buys the yarn and any special extras, and secures your spot.
- Watch it come to lifeShopping trips, yarn photos and progress pictures all along the way. Most customers say this is their favourite part.
Turnaround is usually 14 days to a month. For birthdays and Christmas, order about two months ahead.
One character, one knot, one stitch at a time
My grandmother taught me to crochet, and with it the belief that a little imagination and a lot of patience can teach you to make almost anything. I took that quite literally. Over the years I chose the crafts I wanted to get good at: macramé, amigurumi, loom knitting and beadwork.
Three years ago I stopped just making things and giving them away, and Athena Authentic Creations was born.
In Greek mythology, Prometheus shaped figures from clay, and Athena breathed life into them. That's what making something by hand feels like to me.
Some pieces take an afternoon; others take considerably longer. Either way, they're made with care, attention and a rather unreasonable amount of coffee.
Read the full storyDelivery & questions
How much is delivery?
A flat R150 anywhere in South Africa via The Courier Guy, and free on orders over R850. Strand-area customers can choose free local pickup at checkout.
How long will my order take?
Orders are packed within 1 business day. Delivery usually takes 3–7 business days depending on where you are, and local Strand deliveries can arrive the same day. You'll get your tracking number by WhatsApp or email.
Do you ship internationally?
Not at the moment. Made in South Africa, for South Africans.
How long do custom orders take?
Usually 14 days to a month once your start date is confirmed, depending on size and complexity. Order about two months before you need it, especially around Christmas, Valentine's and Mother's Day.
What if something arrives damaged?
Contact me within 7 days with a photo and your order number and I'll sort out a repair, replacement or refund. Small variations in colour or texture are part of the handmade charm.
Can I return a piece?
Ready-made pieces: get in touch within 7 days and we'll find a fair solution. Custom pieces are made just for you, so they can't be returned unless faulty. Read the full returns policy.
I'd love to hear from you
Questions about a piece, a custom idea, or just want to chat yarn? WhatsApp is the quickest way to reach me.
- 076 902 0312
- sales@athenaauthenticcreations.co.za
- Van Ryneveld, Strand, Western Cape
