Lesotho, March 10 -- What started as a hobby is now a growing business for young crochet designer Motselisi Mpepe, the creative force behind the brand Bubbles. Through patience, creativity, and determination, she is turning handmade crochet pieces into fashionable items that are catching the eye of young people.

Mpepe explains that crocheting began as a pastime before people started showing interest in her work. "I always loved crocheting, but it was just a hobby. When people saw my designs and liked them, I started selling my pieces," she said.

Her first challenge was building confidence. She feared failure and doubted her skills before deciding to take her talent seriously. "I was scared to design for others because I didn't believe ...