Basics of Upcycling- Workshop Series
Learn how to extend the use cycle of products you own. We will talk about maintenance, repairs, upcycling as well as best practices and what to avoid. In this workshop we will work with fashion.
Welcome to the Basics of Upcycling Workshop Series.
This is a self-paced online workshop with a 1-hour Live feedback session. Recommended for any enthusiast to join. Transform your existing wardrobe. Learn basic sewing skills as you upcycle an item from your closet. Also, learn the basics of circular economy and the role and value of upcycling. Includes Replay access for 1 year.
1.Bring your own garment to transform
We are going to transform a garment that we no longer use, giving it a new life, learning sewing techniques, while we work our creativity.
We will learn different sewing techniques and finishes both by hand and by machine as we turn a large button-down shirt (men’s or women’s) into two garments: a summer dress and a hair accessory.
2.Understand the basics of a circular economy.
◍ Learn the Basics.
◍ How upcycling contributes to circular economy.
◍ Is all upcycling good? No! Best practices and what to avoid.
This workshop is for anyone who is:
◍ Interested in sustainable fashion.
◍ Wants to learn sewing from scratch.
◍ Wants to improve your skills with the machine.
◍ Interested in creative sewing.
◍ Wants to learn upcycling techniques.
◍ Wants to learn how a circular economy works.
◍ A Student or professional of fashion or sewing who wants to expand knowledge and discover new techniques.
When will the workshop start?
The workshop is made up of two parts. Part 1. You will have access to a series of pre-recorded videos and content as soon as you sign up. Part2. We will schedule a hour live session where you can get feedback from Floren and Lara, share the upcycling projects you’ve made, and meet other participants in this workshop!
You will continue to have access to the videos for the following year.
Your Instructors
Lara
Lara here! I’m a circularity and business consultant, trainer, and instructional designer. I work with SMEs on designing out waste and improving business experience. My story with sustainability started between kitchens and local farms over 10 years ago. I have had the privilege of establishing and assisting with the development of many green businesses in the areas of product design, arts, farming, and hospitality.
Floren
I learned pattern making, cutting and sewing when I was 9 years old. Although my academic training and my previous professional career have nothing to do with fashion, I never stopped creating my own designs, not only for myself, but also for family and friends. Over the years I perfected my technique and in 2011 I decided to create my own fashion brand, Dresses2Kill, focusing on an ethical, local and artisan production model, in which I make small limited edition productions, and tailor-made, where each design and pattern is unique.