Pakistan
Safia Bibi is a 38-year-old hand embroiderer, resides in Kasur with her husband, four daughters and a son. Her children are studying at school, while her husband works in the private sector and earns £60 monthly.
Safia Bibi has been a skilled hand-embroiderer for the past five years, specialising in intricate Salma Sitara work, embellishing garments with tiny stars between embroidered bands. Using specialised frames, she crafts flawless designs, particularly for bridal wear, partnering with a shopkeeper who brings her clients. They share profits, yielding around £50 monthly, allowing Safia to utilise her talents and contribute to beautiful, intricately designed garments.
Safia Bibi has applied for a loan to buy embroidery materials like coloured stones, beads, pearls, threads, fabrics, and frames. With these tools, she'll fulfil bulk orders and boost income. Confident in her skills, she expects to increase production and meet demand. The loan will help her expand her business, take on more projects, and enhance earnings.
Loan added: 28 January 2026
Safia's loan repayment schedule
| Date | Expected repayments | Actual repayments |
|---|---|---|
| £18.11 | ||
| £9.05 | ||
| £9.05 | ||
| £9.05 | Available | |
| £9.05 | Available | |
| £9.05 | Available | |
| £9.05 | Available |
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