About this Event
Did you know every Londoner throws out 44 items of clothing each year on average, which adds up to a collective 142,000 tonnes 😬. Have you got a pile of old clothes that have holes, stains you can’t get out, or are just a bit boring? Don’t throw them away, upcycle them!💪🌍
We’re teaming up with embroider Arjunan to show you how to take your old clothes from boring to beautiful using embroidery!
🧵Check out some of Arjunan’s embroidery in the event banner.🧵
You don't need to be an expert! This workshop is suitable for any level, whether you’ve never tried embroidery before, or you’d like to share your skills in a relaxed and supportive setting.🌟
📅 Date: Saturday 30th May 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00PM-3:00PM
📍 Meeting Point: Camley Street Nature Park, N1C 4PW ///good.lease.output
🙋♀️ Who can come: Young People ages 16-30
👕Make sure to bring along an old t-shirt or piece of clothing to upsycle!👕
What to expect
🧵 Learn how to embroider on old clothes – all materials provided and you’ll get to take them home to continue upcycling with friends and family.
🌿Be inspired by nature, exploring Camley Street Natural Park.
👐Get expert advice and guidance from our workshop leader and learn in a supportive and welcoming environment.
🗣️ Connect with like-minded people in nature.
Why join us!
🍽️We'll provide lunch from our café during the session!
🧑🤝🧑Bring someone new to nature and get a free coffee voucher to use at London Wildlife Trust cafes!
Take away all the materials you’ll need to keep upcycling at home!
🌟Meet our workshop leader🌟
Arjunan
While I was at university, I realised that I was spending too much on fast fashion and accumulating clothes I didn’t really want to wear. So, I wanted something beginner friendly with lots of creative potential that could make my old clothes more interesting. What began as personal projects and gifts for loved ones has become a small business that lets me turn simple threads into something lasting.
Check out more of his embroiudery work!⬇️
Instagram: @bananaskein
Website: bananaskein.com
How to get there
🚇 London Underground: King’s Cross St Pancras (7 minutes’ walk)
🚆 London Overground: Camden Road (15 minutes’ walk)
🚆 National Rail: King’s Cross and St Pancras International (7 minutes’ walk)
🚏 Bus: Chenies Place (Routes 46, 214) – Just 5 minutes’ walk away
🚗 Car: There is no parking at Camley Street Nature Reserve, please use public transport where possible
Accessibility
The area around the new visitor centre and main path down to the pond dipping platform has accessible surfaces, whilst other footpaths around the site are surfaced in woodchip. The visitor centre is fully accessible, including an accessible toilet. There are steep steps with handrails at the southern end of the site lead to the viewpoint on the canal. We can create a fully step-free route around the reserve.
If you have any questions about accessibility, please get in touch with us at [email protected]
The delivery of the Keeping it Wild Collective is made possible by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Camley Street Natural Park, London Wildlife Trust, 12 Camley Street, London, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
