Millions of kilos of textiles end up in the wrong bin every year. That means they are incinerated instead of being reused - even though the textile industry is already one of the most polluting industries worldwide. Re-using or prolonging the use of your clothes is a good solution to reduce waste and pollution.
And good news: we don't need to reinvent the wheel. The techniques for repairing clothes are centuries old, but are increasingly being lost. That's why Waags TextileLab created instructables and manuals, where you can learn all about repairing textiles. At this first Waag Open of the new year, we will get to work with these.
In keeping with good intentions; don't buy new clothes this month, but come repair your old clothes or give that old jumper new life or an upgrade. We will work with the cutting plotter, vinyl cutter and various materials will be available.
This workshop will be presented by Ines Announ of Fiasco Studio and Sanna Leupen, visual artist, illustrator and maker educator @ Waag Futurelab.
Programme
| 19:30 - 19:45 hrs | welcome & introduction |
| 19:45 - 20:00 hrs | short demo of options for repairing your own clothes |
| 20:00 - 21:30 hrs | getting started with Mending techniques and cricut maker |
| 20:30 - 22:00 hrs | view results & drinks |
Waag Open
Waag Open is the monthly public programme focused on today's themes. We organise various workshops and present collaborations between scientists, designers and artists. Once a month, Waag opens her doors for programmes that can be attended by anyone and everyone.
Accessibility
As the Waag building is a listed building, it is unfortunately not equipped with a lift. This event will take place in the Makersguild on the first floor of the Waag building. If you are tight on funds and want to participate in this event, please get in touch with sanna [@] waag [dot] org.
