**Date & time: **Sunday, June 28th from 11am-12:30pm
Description
Learn the basics of sewing and the importance of sustainable fashion while creating a creative project you can take home! Join us for this beginner friendly workshop where we will make a comfy pair of shorts from upcycled towels. This is the perfect project for summertime and for anyone looking to expand their sewing experience.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn the basics of sewing and how to troubleshoot sewing machine issues
- Develop an understanding of the importance of sustainable fashion
- Learn about the different types of fabrics and their impact on the environment
- Create your own pair of shorts from upcycled materials
Learning Tasks and Agenda:
- Review the current state of fashion and its impact on the environment
- Engage in group discussion about sustainable fashion and ways to combat over
- consumption
- Participate in a hands-on activity to create your own pair of towel shorts
- Learn how to upcycle other materials in your closet
Guiding Questions:
- What is upcycling?
- What is sustainable fashion?
- What is the impact of certain types of fabric on the environment?
- How can I use old materials in a new, creative way?
- How do I follow a sewing pattern to make a pair of shorts that fit?
Reed’s Farm/Instructor will supply:
- Up to three sewing machines
- Shorts pattern for participants to keep
- Towel fabric
- Multicolor thread
- Scissors
- Pins
Terms & Conditions
Please note that tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable.