In April we’ll be hosting Community Upcycling Workshops with local artist studios at different MEC locations. Check out the workshops happening near you.
Community Upcycling Workshops
MEC Vancouver (111 E 2nd Ave)
Sunday, April 21
12 – 2pm
Learn how to make your own bike bag or chalk bag from recycled materials with The Cut Design Academy, one of North America’s only accredited fashion and design schools. Only 15 spots available for registration, tickets are $10 per person. All materials and tools will be provided.
Limited spots available, tickets available for purchase online.
MEC Calgary (830 – 10th Avenue SW)
Sunday, April 21
11am – 2pm
Make your own Mini Roll Pouch with Rick Rack, a garment-focused sewing shop in the heart of Calgary. The perfect scrap-busting or upcycling project with three slot pockets and a fold-over top for keeping utensils, repair tools and more; small enough to carry around in a purse, bike bag, or daypack this will become your go-to for all occasions. All tools and materials will be provided, but if you attend feel free to bring your own recycled fabric, too. Only 14 spots available, tickets are $10 per person.
MEC Montréal (8989 de l'Acadie Boulevard)
Sunday, April 21
11am – 3pm
Make your own bike bags out of recycled banner pieces with Les Affûtés, an organization an organization providing DIY workshops in a variety of art mediums. All materials and tools will be provided. Only 15 spots available, $10 per person.
MEC Toronto (300 Queen St West)
Sunday, April 21
Two workshop times: 10am –12pm or 2pm – 4pm
Learn to make a stylish drawstring bag with Create Studio, a team of artists and educators who provide workshops and classes in a variety of art mediums from sewing to pottery. Only 12 spots available, tickets are $10 per person.
