About this Event
Upcycled Vest Workshop (3 DAY EVENT)
📅 Thursday Nov 20th 6-9PM - Class 1/3
Thursday Dec 4th 6-9PM - Class 2/3
Thursday Dec 11th 6-9PM - Class 3/3
📍 FASHION ZONE @ TMU, 44 Gerrard St E Room 312, Toronto, ON M5B 1W7
In this three-part workshop series, you'll learn how to transform pre-owned clothing into a custom upcycled vest, guided by Studio Dialectica's founder and fashion educator, Arushi. Whether you're new to sewing or looking to deepen your garment construction skills, this workshop is all about creativity, sustainability, and learning by doing.
Over the course of three thursdays, you will: 🧷 Take your own body measurements 📐 Draft a vest pattern from scratch 🎨 Design your vest using materials you bring (or use ours) ✂️ Cut your fabric and begin constructing your piece
You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind upcycled vest that fits you and reflects your personal style, plus the skills to tackle small sewing projects at home!
What to Bring:
- 3 to 5 heavyweight garments to upcycle (think jeans, thick shirts, jackets, workwear, etc.)
- A notebook and pencil for sketching + notes
What We Provide:
- Sewing machines
- Thread, fabric scissors, pins, rulers etc.
- Scrap fabric
- Previously owned garments (for an additional fee)
- Guidance and instruction from an experienced designer and educator
This workshop is a great opportunity to breathe new life into your closet while learning practical skills rooted in circular fashion. Come with your ideas, leave with something truly unique.
PROMOTIONS:
50% off Discount for Toronto Metropolitan University students (you will be required to show your onecard before the workshop)
FREE for TMU Fashion Zone members (you will be required to show your onecard and proof of membership before the workshop)
Spots are VERY limited — secure your place today!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Centre for Urban Innovation at Toronto Metropolitan University, 44 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, Canada
CAD 268.93
