About Us

I was born and bred in Mpumalanga, Middelburg. I matriculated in 2003. I started my first job as a waitress in 2006 and became the Head Waitress after 3 months. In 2007, I decided to continue my studies at Havatech. I completed my qualification in Secretarial Admin and Computer Literacy in Pretoria. In 2010, I started working at All Over Connection in Brits in the North West. I learned how to digitize using the Wilcom programme and later learned how to use the embroidery machine, Tajima. I moved to DJ Embroidery in 2012 and was employed as a machinist.

In February 2015, I started working for Danielle’s Embroidery. This family has been and still is welcoming. Everyone helped me to their best ability to settle in. Since then, I have never looked back. It feels so wonderful being part of this A-team. As Danielle’s PA, I have learned a lot. I initially applied for the role of the machine operator. Danielle saw a different potential in me when we met and everything changed. This year will be my 4th year with Danielle’s Embroidery and I still love coming to work every day.

I was born in Bulowayo Zimbabwe. I completed Grade 12 and went on to study Panel Beating. I then left to come to South Africa hoping to find Panel Beating work. I couldn’t find a job. My uncle worked for an Embroidery company and he suggested I try the industry out. Since then, I haven’t looked back. I started working for Danielle in 2014 when Danielle needed a temporary machinist whilst Dorothy went on maternity leave.

When Dorothy returned, she wouldn’t let me go as my machine skills were outstanding in her eyes. I am quite a handy man and sometimes even fix the machinery if there is a problem. I am always the one sorting out the generator when we have load shedding, or attending to the gate when it plays up. I am happy here because I love my work and Danielle treats us well. Even though LIFE can be tough I always look at the brighter side.

I am from Bulawayo Zimbabwe and matriculated in 2004. I studied cutting and design at Spaces College and in 2007 and then moved to Yeoville, Johannesburg. I worked for another embroidery factory before eventually working for Danielle.

I started working for Danielle’s Embroidery in 2012. I love working here as Danielle is flexible which allows me to spend time with my children in the evening and weekends. Having this job also enables me to send money to my family in Zimbabwe. I have learnt so much here and I love being a part of this team. I am always trying to improve my skills and always try my best.

I was born in Ficksberg in the Free State. I completed Grade 11 and started working for Danielle on the 2nd of June 2000. I’m Danielle’s longest surviving staff member. In 2009 there was a Clothing Industry strike which I was not involved in thank Goodness as I was on maternity leave. Myself and Florence, sadly she passed away in 2016 were the only two staff members that retained our jobs, because the staff as group were fired as they behaved very badly.

They trashed the factory and threatened a part time workers life. Perhaps if I was there I may have also got caught up in the group’s bad behaviour. I enjoy my work and I’m very happy to be here. Danielle always compliments me on my ability to unpick incorrect embroidery, and clean and fold garments. I’m supporting 4 children so I really value having this job.

I was born in Laezonia (Doorentijies) in Pretoria. I studied up to Grade 11. Unfortunately my life circumstances didn’t allow me to finish school. I hope to complete my matric in the future. I started working for Danielle in 2013 after I heard that there was an opening for a cleaner from one of her dedicated staff members, Florence Motiileng (who sadly passed away in 2017).

I have not looked back and I am very grateful for this job. I love working here and I am grateful to be part of this team. When I’m at work, I feel like I’m home.