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    Upcycling Workshop: T-Shirt to Tote Bag

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    Upcycling is a clever and thrifty way to clear out your wardrobe, save money and help fight textile waste. In this workshop, we'll transform your old T-shirt into a reusable tote bag that is uniquely yours!

    In this workshop, our experienced Peer Learning Advisors will guide you through turning one of your unused or unwearable t-shirts into a unique tote bag, while equipping you some simple machine-sewing and upcycling skills. Brought to you by Sustainability at Sydney and the USYD Waste Fighters Society, this free workshop is part of our program of events in recognition of Fashion Revolution Week (Monday 15th - Wednesday 24th April), an annual campaign bringing together the world’s largest fashion activism movement for seven days of action

    What you'll learn:
    • How to use a sewing machine
    • Basic machine sewing techniques 
    • How to repurpose materials 
    • How to transform an old T-shirt into a tote bag
    How to take part:
    • This event is for students and staff at the University of Sydney. 
    • The class is suitable for beginners, with all skill levels welcome. 
    • Tickets are free but spaces are limited. Please cancel your ticket or let us know if you can no longer attend, so your spot can go to someone on the waiting list.
    • What to bring: Participants are required to bring an old unwanted shirt to transform it into a bag. Bring an old t-shirt from home, or visit your local second-hand store.
    Tips for bringing the right T-shirt
    • Size: The larger the t-shirt, the larger the bag you can create. 
    • Material: The best T-shirts for this project are made of medium to heavy-weight cotton. Think about the level of stretch your fabric has. When its turned into a bag and is carrying something heavy, will it stretch and lose its shape
    Details  
    • Location: ThinkSpace, Level 2, Jane Foss Russell Building (G02) (Above SciTech library), 160 City Road Darlington Campus, The University of Sydney NSW 2006.

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    • Time: 10am - 12pm
    • Facilitator: Francesca Branagan
    Fashion Revolution Week Program

    All events, except where noted, will take place in ThinkSpace. All are free and open to all University of Sydney staff and students. Spaces are limited!

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    USYD Waste Fighters Society

    Join the USYD Waste Fighters Society today, to make waste reduction (both on and off campus) achievable and fun by sharing ideas at informative and social events throughout the year. We love to hear from all members, both new and old, so join us and meet some waste-fighting friends!

    ThinkSpace | University of Sydney Library 

    ThinkSpace is a technology showcase and creative play space, aimed at sparking ideas and providing opportunities for collaboration. Thanks to our most recent round of Sustainability Action Grants, the space now hosts a 'slow fashion' hub on campus. Dubbed "StitchCraft", the space will be stocked with sewing machines, equipment and second-hand fabrics to allow you to mend, repair, recycle and remake clothes.  

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