Upcycle.co.za

21/02/2026

This is not traditional recycling!
It is a circular economy in action 🔁

Click the link to read how we unpack what the circular economy really means in practice and why it matters for corporate partners serious about measurable ESG impact.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/south-africa-drowning-waste-heres-how-partnering-upcycle-o8w4f

12/02/2026

09/02/2026

Dear Upcycle Supporters. February is all things LOVE, so we've decided to round up some thoughtful gifts, both big and small, especially for your Valentine.
We are so grateful for your support in buying these items made from waste materials and by upskilling our community in making them.
Scrunchies R35 and R45
Scarf R40
Utility pouches R140
Coin purse R35
Large crochet basket R450
Macrame hanger with plant R70
Macrame hanger without plant R40
Large red shopper with inside pouch R220
Teddy R150
Monkey R110
Candles made in cut wine bottles R180
Bucket hat R150
Yarn wrapped hearts R25
Crochet flowers R35
Visit us at the Upcycle Shop 172 Long Rd, Greymont
Open 8.00 - 16.00 Mondays to Fridays
9.00 - 14.00 Saturdays

28/01/2026

Through its partnership with Upcycle, AVBOB is helping transform discarded billboard banners into marketable products—and lives. Led by Winnie McHenry, Upcycle teaches unemployed women and youth to sew, sell, and thrive. Bongi Vilakazi is one of many who turned a skill into a livelihood. And the ripple effect touches ECD centres too—with repurposed mattresses now lasting decades. This is circular economy with soul.



https://www.instagram.com/p/DUBst8fALK5/?igsh=djYyNmpmcDltMTky

19/01/2026

Morning Prototyping session at Upcycle

19/01/2026

Morning prototyping session at Upcycle

12/01/2026

Dear Upcycle Supporters. We're well on our way into January and happy that we can continue to showcase our awesome handmade products from waste on this page. These bags are made from exterior banner material.
Does your company have this kind of waste that could could be transformed into usable product for your business? Give Winnie a ring on
+27 82 780 3673.
These bags are our newest product at R180 each and measure approximately 300x240mm.

16/12/2025

It took forever to find all the metal circles but it turned out so well and people who visit our shop just love it so much. Upcycling is so much fun.
Picture credits to
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12/12/2025

Who would of thought that one small sewing training room to help empower the local community for free, would change the lives of so many people.

Free sewing for unemployed people in JHB, Newlands.

08/12/2025

Dear Upcycle Supporters. We've made a selection of awesome handmade items that may catch your eye as Christmas gifts and will suit any budget:
Shweshe covered notebooks R90 each
Candles made from wine bottles R180 each
Coin pouches R30-R45
Cross body bags R120
Scrunchies R35
Dog toys R30-R50
Chip packet pouch R120
Bear R80
Shweshwe shopper R60
Flower decor R30
Coaster R5
Squishy balls R15-R20
Backpacks R400
Planters (plant excluded) R30-R100
Stick-it pads R20
Luggage tags R45
Come for a visit at the Upcycle Shop, 174 Long Rd, Greymont
Mondays 11.00-16.00
Tuesdays to Fridays 8.00 to 16.00
Saturdays 9.00 to 14.00
Call Mark for enquiries on 082 855 2236
Posted on 8 Dec