"2023 has been a year of significant growth, learning, and community building, and it's all thanks to our incredible partners, students, and team."
As the year draws to a close, it's the perfect moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've had at BB Craft School.
2023 has been a year of significant growth, learning, and community building, and it's all thanks to our incredible partners, students, and team.
A Heartfelt Thanks to Our Partners
Our success this year would not have been possible without the support of our esteemed partners. A special thank you to:
Gelmar: Your financial support and the provision of tools and hardware were invaluable in enhancing our courses.
Rubio Monocoat: The products you supplied allowed our students to finish their solid wood side tables with quality finishes in our General Woodwork 5-Day Course.
Somerset Timbers: Your generous supply of solid pine has substantially supported our school's growth.
Your contributions have been pivotal in our success, and we are profoundly grateful for your support.
Celebrating Our Students
In 2022, we trained around 60 students and ambitiously set our goal for 2023 at 120. Thanks to the enthusiasm and trust of our students, we surpassed our expectations and trained 140 individuals, plus another 20 Gelmar personnel.
Each one of you, travelling from across South Africa to join us, has made this year truly special. Your dedication and trust in BB Craft School are what fuel our passion for teaching and crafting.
Students who attended courses in 2023
Acknowledging Special Contributions
A heartfelt thank you to the Thembalitsha Foundation for providing us an amazing premises to lease at a reduced price. Your support has allowed us to create an optimal learning environment for our students. We are grateful for this opportunity and for sharing the space with Themba Training. We look forward to continuing and strengthening our collaboration in 2024.
A warm thank you to Welly Du Toit for providing our students with comfortable and affordable accommodation at your guest house in Strand. Your support makes our courses more accessible to those travelling from afar.
My appreciation extends sincerely to NP, our workshop manager & lead facilitator, and Arstell, our workshop assistant & inquiry clerk. Your unwavering dedication has been the backbone of our success in 2023.
A shout out to Ben, Xhanti, and Marcus, our part-time assistant facilitators - your help has been invaluable.
Looking Forward to 2024
As 2023 wraps up, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the Lord's blessings bestowed upon our school and us individually as part of the BB Craft Team.
We are grateful for the support of our whole community. Your trust, partnership, and commitment have made this year a resounding success.
We are filled with excitement and anticipation for what 2024 holds for BB Craft School.
Here's to more crafting, learning, and growing together!
