Products

6 Yards – Approximately 5.49 Metres

Jess first met Susan in 2011, and they often talked about starting a business together. When Lemon & Jinja began, they created Nyabo, a kitenge business specializing in bespoke products. The fabric, known as "Kitenge," originates from East Africa. Every purchase from the Nyabo range directly supports Susan and her impactful work in Uganda.

How to Prepare Your Fabric

African wax print fabrics are renowned for their intricate patterns and vibrant colours. However, they can feel stiff initially. While the fabric softens naturally over time, you can speed up the process with these gentle, chemical-free methods:

Cold Water Washing

• Always wash Kitenge fabric in cold or lukewarm water to preserve its colours.
• Use a mild detergent free of harsh chemicals and bleach. Avoid strong detergents that can strip the fabric of its vibrancy.

Salt Soak

This natural method softens the fabric without damaging it.

1. Fill a sink with warm water and add half a cup of salt.
2. Submerge the fabric and let it soak for about 20 minutes.
3. Remove the fabric, gently squeeze out excess water, and lay it flat to dry naturally.

Vinegar Soak

Vinegar helps soften the fabric and removes any built-up natural oils.

1. Mix 1 cup of white vinegar (or apple cider/white wine vinegar) with 1 gallon of warm water.
2. Submerge the fabric for 15 minutes.
3. Hang it up to dry.

Soap and Hot Water Soak

This method cleans, brightens, and softens the fabric simultaneously.

1. Fill a sink with lukewarm water, adding a squirt of mild liquid detergent and a few drops of fabric softener.
2. Soak the fabric for 10 minutes.
3. Gently squeeze out excess water and lay it flat or hang it to dry.

Washing and Care Tips

• Temperature: Wash at 30°C max with similar colours.
• Drying: Avoid tumble drying; let the fabric air dry naturally.
• Ironing & Cleaning: Do not iron or dry clean.

African wax print fabrics are bold, colourful, and versatile - perfect for clothing, crafts, and décor. With these simple techniques, you can make them softer and more comfortable to use while preserving their beauty.

And remember: Always handle with care and kindness. 😊

Multi-purpose fabric squares - great as hair wraps, reusable gift wrap, artwork on your wall and more! Stylish, one-of-a-kind and supporting good, buy Nyabo.

Dimensions: small 20x20, medium 40x40, large 58x58 (cm)

These squares are handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celsius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

The designs all vary and are unique. These have finally made a comeback! We had these when we first opened the shop and customers have continued to ask for them to be reintroduced. Here they are. Folding into a square that can be easily popped into any kag/surirease, or your car, they are a firm favourite for their practicality and beauty.

Stylish, one-of-a-kind and supporting good, buy Nyabo.

Dimensions: folded 14x14cm, open 35cm x 40cm with a hard base.

These bags are handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celsius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

Stylish, one-of-a-kind and supporting good, buy Nyabo.

The scrunchies are an assortment of sizes, made from fabric scraps from other sewing projects.

Handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celsius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

New in!

All different- the fabric, the cut, the look! We love working with Susan and hope you love them as much as we do. We recommend trying them on to check the fit. 

They are made in Uganda by Jess’ friend Susan. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Stylish, one-of-a-kind and supporting good, buy Nyabo.

Dimensions will vary.

Handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celsius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

Handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celcius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

New in!

All different- the fabric, the cut, the look! We love working with Susan and hope you love them as much as we do. We recommend trying them on to check the fit. 

They are made in Uganda by Jess’ friend Susan. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Stylish, one-of-a-kind and supporting good, buy Nyabo.

Dimensions will vary.

Handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celsius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

The perfect on the go bag, just like a giant bum bag! Perfect for fitting swimwear, gym bits or just general go to bag, these beautiful patterns really do do the job!

Stylish, one-of-a-kind and supporting good, buy Nyabo 

Dimensions: L 56 cm, W (at ends) 15, with an outside pocket

These bags are handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celsius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

The real festival talker.

Each size varies, so please do try them all.

Handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celsius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

Please message us for colours and prints as each bag is individual!

This is something we have been keeping in the pipeline for quite a while - finally they are here. 

The perfect yoga accessory. Fits the generic yoga size and more - you can pop your jumper, blanket and / or accessories into the bag and have one bag for all! 

Stylish, one-of-a-kind and supporting good, buy Nyabo yoga bags. 

Dimensions: L 72 cm, W (at ends) 17, W (at middle) 25

These bags are handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celsius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

Jump into a medieval adventure with the Playpress Knight’s Castle playset. Construct two striking knights, complete with horses, shields, swords and jousting lances. Build the pack into a castle and courtyard to create the colourful scenery for your saga to unfold.

• Varied creative play: All PlayPress sets can be switched up, adjusted and connected, so there’s no limits on imagination and every playtime is different.
• Perfect for ages 4-10: Develop construction, problem solving and motor skills whilst exploring characters and storytelling.
• Zero-waste and super-easy: Lightweight flatpack packaging makes it travel-friendly with no bulky plastic or complicated set-up.
• Eco-conscious: Manufactured in the UK with Playboard, their compostable material is made with wood pulp from sustainably-managed forests.

Pack size - 20.6cm x 16.1cm x 0.8cm

Our artisan chilli oil is made in London by a former pastry-chef who learnt to skilfully prepare Korean condiments from kimchi master chefs and Korean home cooks.

Perfect in many Korean and Asian dishes - we love to drizzle this on so much (particularly fried rice!)

The gochugaru chilli flakes used in this chilli oil has a fruity, vibrant and smoky flavour.

INGREDIENTS:

Vegetable oil, Korean gochugaru, chilli flakes, Korean sea salt, SESAME seeds, Szechuan peppercorns. caraway seeds, star anise, ginger, spring onions.

Spicy, crunchy and slightly nutty, this oil will give a flavoursome heat kick to noodles, stir fries, eggs and other dishes.

• Artisan producer of authentic Korean food

• 15 years of experience Chef

• Premium ingredients

• Produced in London in small batches

• Free from preservatives or additives

• Circular closed-loop supply chain

Circular unisex frame that suits most small and medium faces. Made from 100% recycled polypropylene trawl nets and lines.

Our Kynance model is made from 100% recycled fishing nets intercepted from the ocean, and paired with polarised mineral-glass lenses, offering complete recyclability and ultimate UVA/UVB 400 protection. The circular frame suits both male and female small to medium faces.

Size: 48 – 19 – 133
Looking for a larger version? Try the Crantock style.
Plastic-free recyclable packaging
100% recycled fishing net frames with life guarantee
Features our signature polarised mineral glass lenses
Free sustainable cork folding hardcase included

Jess rocks the Powered by Plants tee in size S, styled with an oversized fit and tied up for a playful look. Her father also wears a size S in the Earth tee.

The off-white tee features a yellow-bordered mosaic design, while the black tee has a clean, borderless look. The off-white tees have subtle 'specks', a nod to their sustainable origin - crafted from waste and recycled materials, embracing their raw, unprocessed charm.

The story behind the design: The t-shirt graphics incorporate symbols that reflect all things Lemon and Jinja: whales (save our seas), chameleons (Jess's personal favorite!), lemons (of course!), the recycling symbol, refill jars, the sun, bees (buzzing for sustainability), the Earth, eucalyptus, cacti, monstera leaves (our love for plants!), a peace sign (because we adore peace), and a turtle!

These tees are crafted with care from a blend of 48% recycled waste cotton, 47% recycled polyester, and 5% elastane. The material is weighted, offering a premium feel and exceptional quality.

Designed by Jess herself, the t-shirts feature a dropped shoulder, longer sleeves, and a boxy fit for a modern, flattering silhouette. Not only do they look and feel amazing, but they also contribute to a more sustainable planet by repurposing recycled materials.

A luxurious plant-based camembert with a soft, authentic white mould-ripened rind and a rich infusion of truffle. Perfect for indulgent, dairy-free dining.

• Size: 160g

Ingredients:

Shea Butter, Rice Bran Oil, Tapioca Flour, Butter Beans, Nutritional Yeast, Salt, Sunflower Lecithin, Carrageenan, Miso (Soy), Truffle-Infused Olive Oil, Onion Powder, Lactic Acid, Porcini Powder, Vegan Cultures

Storage Instructions:

Keep refrigerated below 5°C.

Serving Suggestion:

1. Remove all packaging and place the camembert in a ramekin.
2. Bake in a preheated oven at 150°C for 10-15 minutes.
3. Serve warm with a sprig of rosemary and freshly baked baguette for a perfect pairing.

Indulge in this decadent, plant-based twist on a classic favourite! 🌿

Local coffee roasters in Alresford. We use this decaf blend in our cafe!

We can freshly grind it for you too! Just let us know which blend it's for and we will grind it the day of delivery / collection.

From River Coffee Roasters Themselves...

Producer: The community of San Ingacio.

Region: Columbia.

Varietal: Chocolate, Caramel, Orange.

Process: Fully washed and dried. Then processed using a natural ‘Mountain Water’ method.

Flavour Description: Chocolate, Caramel, Orange.

The coffee comes to us through our partners at Cenfrocafe. This decaf lot in particular is from a small community of producers who grow their coffee between 1200 and 1900 MASL, processing it using a fully washed method and drying on raised african beds. This careful approach to processing brings high quality to the cup.

Here is some more information on Cenfrocafe:

Approximately 3,000 farming families are part of the Central Fronteriza del Norte de Cafetaleros (CENFROCAFE), a cooperative that offers members access to training, financing and agronomy advice aimed at increasing yields and quality-with the aim of increasing producers' earnings.

The cooperative also gives each member extraordinarily more power and market reach than each would have alone. And, its quality improvements have made it a top finalist in national and international quality competitions.

CENFROCAFE Board of Directors President Anselmo Huaman Moreto has been quoted as explaining: "A huge difference in our lives is that now our children can actually go to school, our coffee is being recognized in the market for the quality we produce, we are receiving a fair price for our efforts, and our members can be proud again to be farmers."

Producers de-pulp, wash and dry coffees at home, on raised beds in solar greenhouses-as well as, when space becomes scarce, in attics, in garage lofts and even on screens in the eves of their homes-and then deliver the coffee as parchment to the cooperative's mill. In cases where a coffee is delivered at more than 12 percent humidity, coffees are further dried on patios.

Espresso grind La Laja decaf coffee, by River Coffee Roasters. 

1kg pre-bagged, leftover from our Festival. Pre-ground and bagged to keep it's intense flavour.