About this Event
That old piece of clothing at the back of your wardrobe that you secretly love but never wear because it needs a little upgrade? Now is your chance to give it a new life!
Join the free Afterparty Upcycling Workshop and get creative! Here you can transform an old favourite into a one-of-a-kind look for the FASHIONCLASH Afterparty: Childhood Fantasies, Surreal Realities, on the 14th of November! Step into a neon wonderland of glow sticks, bubbles, foam, and balloons. Dance to DJ duo Nello & Leny and Emiljajaja, experience spoken word by Puss’ Poetry, a drag performance by La Monroy and their gigantic guest, and dance and designs by Colombian designer Feliz and streetwear by Tears. Expect glitter, fantasy, and chaos! Tickets are now on sale! Get yours at www.fashionclash.nl
For the Afterparty Upcycling Workshop we will provide the materials, thread, needles, and sewing machines – all you need to bring is yourself and your creativity (and maybe an old piece of clothing that you would like to upgrade!). Under the guidance of the designers Wievien Alberts and Jessie Römkens, you can turn your vision into reality,
Also interesting: The 18th Edition of FASHIONCLASH Festival (13-15 November) features exhibitions, events, and film screenings celebrating art, fashion, and performance. Many activities are free! Discover the full programme at www.fashionclash.nl
Practical Information
Date:8 November 2026
Time: 12PM – 4PM
Location: The Social Hub Maastricht
For who?
Everyone, who likes to work creative and express their creativity through designing an outfit! Never used a sewing machine before? No worries, Beginners are more than welcome, and we´ll guide you through the process. The AfterpartyUpcycling Workshop is free of charge. We recommend to also join the Empowerment Catwalk Workshop, so you are fully ready to party!
About the Workshop Hosts:
Wievien Alberts is a maximalist Designer located in Limburg trying to break norms and fierce self-expression within her designs.
Jessie Römkens is a sustainable designer from Limburg. Her work focuses on upcycling and patchwork. Regularly she offers sewing and creative workshops in Heerlen.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Social Hub Maastricht, Sphinxcour 9A, Maastricht, Netherlands