Ready to unleash your inner fashion designer and save the planet?
In Upcycled Fashion, creativity meets sustainability as students transform old clothes and fabric scraps into one-of-a-kind wearable art. From cutting and sewing to painting and decorating, they’ll craft unique accessories, tees, totes—even mini outfits—while learning the value of reducing waste. Guided by experienced educators, this hands-on class builds confidence, problem-solving skills, and a passion for self-expression. Fashion has never felt so good—for you and the Earth!
Weekly classes and topics include:
Week 1:
- Topics Covered: Understanding sustainability + first hands-on project
- Project: Design Your Own Apron
Week 2:
- Topics Covered: Introduce upcycled fashion and the importance of reducing textile waste
- Project: Jeans Pocket Pouches
Week 3:
- Topics Covered: Fashion remix with DIY accessories from old materials
- Project: DIY Hair Accessories (Headbands, Bows & Clips)
Week 4:
- Topics Covered: DIY upcycling accessories
- Project: DIY Sunglasses
Week 5:
- Topics Covered: Transformative design
- Project: Sunglass Chains
Week 6:
- Topics Covered: Transformative design
- Project: Reimagine and Redesign a Basic T-shirt into a Tote bag
Week 7:
- Topics Covered: Collaboration & eco-innovation
- Project: Friendship Bracelets
Week 8:
- Topics Covered: Collaboration & eco-innovation
- Project: Personalized Keychain or Backpack Charm
Week 9:
- Topics Covered: DIY upcycling accessories
- Project: Braided Headbands from Leggings/Stretchy Fabrics
Week 10:
- Topics Covered: Transformative design
- Project: Use Clothing Scraps and Old T-shirts to Create a Throw Pillow
Week 11:
- Topics Covered: Showcasing creativity
- Project: Fashion Collages with Scraps
Week 12:
- Topics Covered: Transformative design
- Project: Easy Ruffled T-shirt Scarf: Make a simple scarf from an old T-shirt.
Week 13:
- Topics Covered: Transformative design
- Project: Bottle Cap Fridge Magnets
Week 14:
- Topics Covered: Showcasing creativity
- Project: Personalized Hats with Fun Decorations.
Week 15:
- Topics Covered: Showcasing Creativity
- Project: Rainbow Clay Pins
Dates & Times
August 26 – December 9, 2025
4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
No class: November 25
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