Free Upcycled Clothing Workshop (Hosted by Olin College Students)

  • Date: Thursday, April 23

  • Time: 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM

Join us for a free, hands-on sewing workshop focused on upcycling clothing and reducing textile waste. This session is led by a team of experienced students from Olin College of Engineering who have been teaching community workshops focused on sustainability and practical sewing skills.

Participants will learn how to transform old garments into something new and useful. Bring items from your own closet that you’d like to repurpose,  or the instructors can provide shirts if needed (very limited supply).

This workshop is ideal for beginner adults and kids age 7+, but all skill levels are welcome.

What You’ll Learn

  • How to turn old t-shirts into reusable bags
  • How to create and attach decorative or repair patches
    • Stars, hearts, and flowers!
  • Basic sewing techniques for upcycling projects
  • Creative ways to extend the life of clothing

What to Bring

  • Old clothing you’d like to upcycle (highly encouraged)

What’s Included

  • All tools and materials needed for projects
  • Instruction from experienced workshop leaders

Additional Notes

  • Newton Sewing Studio is providing the space and supplementary materials for this event but is not affiliated with the organizers or instruction.
  • Space is limited. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your booking in advance so the spot can be offered to another participant.
  • For questions about the workshop, content, or materials, please contact the student organizers directly.  They can provide additional details and assist with any specific inquiries about the event.

    Ben Meyer
    Email: bmeyer@olin.edu

About the Instructors

This workshop is led by students from Olin College of Engineering, a small, highly regarded engineering school located in Needham, MA. Olin is known for its hands-on, project-based approach to learning, where students focus on real-world problem solving, design, and collaboration at school and in their local communities.
As part of a course focused on creating positive social impact, these students have been organizing community sewing workshops that teach practical skills while promoting sustainability through clothing upcycling. Their focus is teaching people to create stylish clothes that people will actually wear, rather than encouraging people to donate old clothes to thrift stores where they may not be bought because they don’t fit current styles. They aim to combat throwaway culture and give beginners interest in the lifelong skills of sewing and altering clothes.
Cancelation Policy
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Class Policies

We uphold a stringent no-show policy to ensure fairness and optimal class experience for all our students. If you fail to attend a class without providing the required 36-hour notice, we are unable to offer a refund or credit for the missed session. This policy is in place to minimize disruptions and financial loss, ensuring that our classes remain viable and rewarding for both students and instructors.

In the event of a no-show, you will need to rebook and pay for a new class at a time that better suits your schedule. We understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise, but we encourage all our students to communicate any changes as early as possible to allow others the opportunity to fill the space. This not only supports our community-centric approach but also enhances the learning environment for everyone involved.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in maintaining the integrity of our class schedules and the quality of your learning experience.

We understand that delays can happen, but to ensure the quality and continuity of our classes, all students must strive to arrive on time. If you arrive late, you’re welcome to join the class already in progress. However, please note that the class will end as scheduled to respect the time of students scheduled after you and the instructor.  Ask your instructor about booking additional studio time to complete your class.

Credit Card Payments: For cancellations with adequate notice, we’ll issue a refund to your original payment method, minus a 5% processing fee.  Refunds generally take 3 to 5 business days to show in your account.

Store Credit, Coupons, Gift Certificates: Upon timely cancellation, your account will automatically be credited for future classes.

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