

Sun 11 Oct
|Westbury Arts Centre
Intermediate Up-Cycling Day
For anyone who has basic sewing machine experience and would like to develop their skills through creative upcycling.
Time & Location
11 Oct 2026, 11:00 – 16:00
Westbury Arts Centre, Foxcovert Rd, Shenley Wood, Milton Keynes MK5 6AA, UK
About the Event
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP:
This workshop is designed for anyone who has basic sewing machine experience and would like to develop their skills through creative upcycling. The aim is to explore how pre-loved fabrics and clothing can be transformed into beautiful, useful new items while learning new techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment.
By the end of the workshop, participants will:
• Explore how to identify and harvest interesting details from unwanted clothing, including buttons, trims and decorative features
• Gain confidence working with different fabrics, including velvet and stretch fabrics
• Learn techniques for creating practical sewn items from pre-loved materials
