Reclaim + Redesign Your Clothes: Beginner Friendly Upcycling Workshop
March 12 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm PDT
Ready to give new life to the clothes already sitting in your closet?
Join Ali, founder of Ascension Society, for a hands-on beginner-friendly upcycling workshop where you’ll transform an old graphic tee into a custom patched statement piece.
This workshop is perfect for those who know the basics of sewing machine use and want to start applying those skills creatively.
✂️ What We’ll Cover
Sewing Machine Refresher
We’ll start with a quick review to make sure everyone feels confident: Threading your machine. Loading the bobbin. Adjusting tension & stitch settings. Basic stitch practice + backstitching.
Upcycling Project
Then we’ll move into our transformation project: Cutting your graphic tee into a patch. Applying adhesive & aligning your patch. Sewing your patch onto your garment (Ali’s favorite stitch techniques).
You’ll walk away with a redesigned garment that you cut, placed, and sewed yourself.
👕 What to Bring
• Your sewing machine
• Thread + bobbin (bring the color you want to use; contrasting thread looks amazing!)
• One outerwear piece to redesign (Suggested options: Flannel, Lightweight hoodie, Zip-up, Button-down, Denim jacket. (Please avoid extra-thick or heavy fabrics)
• One old graphic tee to cut up and repurpose.
If you don’t have something in your closet, consider grabbing a few items from your local thrift shop beforehand.
✨ What’s Provided
• Guided instruction throughout the evening.
• Take-home worksheet with step-by-step instructions.
• Limited sewing notions to share (adhesive spray, scissors, cutting knife, cutting mat, thread).
💫 Who This Is For
This workshop is ideal for:
• Beginners who know the basics of a sewing machine.
• Creatives who want to start upcycling.
• Anyone ready to turn “I never wear this” into “I made this.”
Refund & Transfer Policy
As a solo, woman-run small business, refunds or transfers are not available after 24 hours of registration. Thank you for understanding and supporting independent creative spaces.
🚲 Parking & Transportation
Please be aware that there is a steep hill to reach the entrance.
- Public transit: We’re just a short walk from the trolley and several bus routes.
- Free street parking: 2-hour free parking is available on Beech St & 6th Ave in front of the venue. There is typically a lot of street parking available in the evenings.
- Meters: Many paid parking meters are available nearby.
- ACE Parking: hourly private parking is available at nearby ACE Parking lots.
- Bikes: Free bike storage is available onsite for attendees.
✨ Our host encourages carpooling, public transit, walking, or biking whenever possible!
