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  • Local Yarn Weaving Workshop

    Drexel University URBN Building 3501 Market Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us in celebrating local craftsmanship and creativity as we partner with the Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers for a tapestry weaving workshop at Drexel University on November 18th. Discover the art of weaving using natural yarns grown right here in Pennsylvania! What to Expect: Explore the enchanting world of weaving as we guide you through the intricate process of creating your very own woven masterpiece using locally sourced yarns. Highlights: - Hands-on weaving experience - Dive into the diversity of local yarns - Craft your unique woven creation - Learn the significance of supporting our local fiber supply chain -

  • The Resource Exchange reFlea Vendor Market

    The Resource Exchange 1800 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Resource Exchange's reFlea is a vendor market for local remakers, vintage & secondhand refurbishers, upcyclers and DIY creatives. So if you are interested in sustainability, creative reuse, and contributing to Philly’s circular economy, then reFlea may be the perfect event for you! reFlea Vendor Market Saturday, December 2nd 12pm-5pm, Rain or Shine FREE! The Resource Exchange at 1800 N American St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 in Kensington (just a few blocks from the MFL Berks Station) - VENDOR INFORMATION - Are you an artist? A maker? A DIY extraordinaire? A purveyor of sustainable goods? Do you reuse the disused, or

    Free

  • Port— A Sustainable Fashion Show in Philadelphia PA

    Asian Arts Initiative 1219 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Port— A Sustainable Fashion Show in Philadelphia PA ✦ Join us for Port— A Sustainable Fashion Show, celebrating collections by 7 independent designers with environmentally conscious practices in the Greater Philadelphia area! Event Details: Date: December 9th, 2023 Time: 6 PM, show will start at 6:30 PM sharp Location: Asian Arts Initiative,1219 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA Masks are mandatory! Port— a sustainable fashion show in Philadelphia, PA is prioritizing BIPOC, QUEER, and independent designers with environmentally conscious practices in the Greater Philadelphia area. Our first iteration of the show will be held on December 9th, 2023 at 6 PM

    $20
  • DEEP CUTZZ: HOLIDAZE 2023 LAST CHANCE MARKET

    Design a Doodad #002: Beer Can Label Design Workshop

    Triple Bottom Brewing 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us at Triple Bottom Brewing to design your own beer can label! First, we will take you on a short design adventure by getting to know how much inspiration and intention it takes to bring a label to life. Meet Marian Bailey, the creator of the Triple Bottom’s Hazy IPA, Training Montage label. Then, YOU become the designer of your own beer can label, using provided supplies and templates. Lastly, we’ll put your label on a can for you to use as a vessel or a planter (yes, we will have succulents). Registration includes: + One (1) beverage +

    $45

  • PA Fibershed Quarterly Meeting

    Online

    Discover, Connect, and Engage During Our First Quarterly Meeting of 2024! Join the PA Fibershed community on January 17th from 1-2 pm EST for our first meeting of 2024! In this virtual gathering, Co-Founders Rachel Higgins and Leslie Davidson will share exciting developments within the organization, providing insights into the programs and projects that will be our focus in the new year. We are thrilled to welcome our guest speaker, Lexi Fuji, Fibershed’s Producer & Affiliate Network Coordinator, who will shed light on Fibershed’s work and the significance of being part of an affiliate community like ours. The meeting will

  • Intro to natural dyes: mordants, additives and tannins with Modest Transitions

    Modest Transitions 312 E. Girard Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    Mordanting is necessary for creating a long-lasting and vibrant color from naturally derived dyes. This process essentially “fixes” the dyes, transforming soluble color into insoluble form to ensure its permanence. In this workshop, attendees will gain insight into the art of mordanting to achieve successful dye results, with an emphasis on choice of mordant for various fabrics. At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will mordant their materials independently and can then begin applying plant dyes with extracts, ground, foraged materials, or kitchen scraps. This workshop will explore mordanting for cellulose and protein fibers, WOF with examples and a worksheet, and tannins.

  • Decoding Conscious Choices

    Grant Blvd 140 S. 34th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Elevate your understanding of conscious consumerism at Green Philly's event, "Decoding Conscious Choices." Join us at Grant Blvd for an insightful panel discussion and tour, empowering you to make informed choices, avoid greenwashing, and support brands committed to genuine sustainability. Don't just buy products; discover the path to a more sustainable future. You’ll learn: Ways to avoid fast fashion and embrace a more sustainable wardrobe. How to cut through the clutter of genuine sustainability efforts and greenwashing tactics. Product life cycle: What local brands are doing from sourcing to the shelves How brands can embrace sustainability and communicate to consumers

  • Rework the Runway

    Northbowl 909 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, United States

    Rework the Runway is a sustainable fashion show and design competition happening on Earth Day 2024 at North Bowl in Philadelphia. 10-15 hand-selected Philly-based designers will use secondhand clothing and recycled materials to create one-of-a-kind reworked looks to be featured in a fashion show. The winner of the competition will win a full 4-way rack inside Urban Exchange Project to sell their items at full profit for 2 months as well as a First Friday event highlighting their residency. Urban Exchange Project will also be releasing its line of recycled and reworked pieces in the 2nd portion of the show.

    $25.00

  • PA Fibershed Industry Happy Hour: A Sustainable Networking Event

    Philadelphia Fashion Incubator 706 South 4th Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us as we kick off the holiday season at our Industry Happy Hour on Thursday, November 21st from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This event is for professionals in the fashion, textile, and home goods industries who are passionate about sustainability, circularity and local sourcing. It’s a great opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and hear about PA Fibershed’s exciting plans for 2025. Enjoy refreshments, including wine, beer, and light bites, while growing your network, engaging in insightful conversations, and sharing your commitment to a sustainable future with new and old friends! Admission FREE for members when the discount

  • Conscious Fashion: Weaving a Sustainable Future

    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Thursday, January 30, 2025 6:00 PM-8:00 PM On Thursday, January 30, join us for a Town Square discussion on clothing and where it comes from. A cozy sweater to match your jeans, a new scarf to go with your coat, a few stylish shirts for the gym and maybe those cute yoga pants — shopping for clothes is fun, and depending on your tastes, affordable. But there are bigger costs than the price tag you see at the store. Every item in your closet has gone through many steps in a complex production process, from harvesting fibers, dyeing, and sewing

  • Sheep Shearing Day

    Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

    Saturday, April 26 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Sheep Shearing Day Experience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as our living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about all the various activities that went into running an 18th century farm as you tour the historic house. Check out the sights and smells of an open-hearth cooking demonstration in the Summer Kitchen. Stop by our demonstrators’ stalls to learn about important crafts like woodworking, sewing, candle-dipping, and

    Free

  • Downcycling, Recycling and Reuse: Fabscrap Education Session

    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Downcycling, Recycling and Reuse: Fabscrap Education Session Saturday, June 7, 2025 2:00 PM-4:00 PM In this education session, Fabscrap will introduce visitors to the issues of fashion's pre-consumer textile waste, as well as the need for downcycling, recycling and reuse for both waste reduction and a shift toward circularity. Fabscrap is a nonprofit organization based in Brooklyn, New York City that has pioneered a system to recycle and reuse fabric waste, creating an accessible materials resource for creative communities, while reducing the fashion industry’s impact on the planet. This event is part of The Ecology of Fashion Workshop Series. Learn more.

  • Intro to Machine Sewing- Tote Bag Workshop

    STITCH AND DESTROY 523 South 4th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join STITCH AND DESTROY for their popular intro to machine sewing workshop! STITCH AND DESTROY owners, Haven and Corey, will guide you through on how to use a sewing machine. We will go over sewing machine parts, threading the machine, and how to sew basic straight and zig zag stitches. After practicing with the machine, Haven and Corey will teach you how to sew a reversable cotton tote bag. Pinning fabric and ironing will also be covered. Sewing machines, pre-cut fabric, thread and all other materials will be provided! We will be sewing on Singer Brilliance machines. All levels are

    $60

  • Baby Gear Group’s Pop-Up Swaptacular

    Mi Casita 1148 Wharton Street,, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Reduce, reuse, upcycle at Baby Gear Group's Pop-Up Swaptacular! Out with the old, in with the new baby clothes sizes Preemie/Newborn-5T, as well as maternity clothing/gear, toys, books, and small baby gear items – no strollers, pack-n-plays, high chairs, etc, please. All clothing should be gently used to new, and other items in working/sanitary condition. We operate the swap on an honor system, asking that families take roughly the amount of items that they brought with them. An exception to this is expecting families! Expecting families are invited to take as-needed, especially as newborn items/clothing are so popular to pass

    Free

  • After-School Enrichment: Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival and Intermediate Wilderness Survival

    After-School Enrichment: Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival and Intermediate Wilderness Survival

    Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This fall, Awbury’s AdventureWoods is the place to be for hands-on outdoor fun! Children ages 8–11 can join Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival on Thursdays, Sept 25–Oct 30, 2025, from 4–6 PM, where they’ll learn the basics of archery, try their hand at carving, cook over a campfire, and practice core survival skills like foraging, knot-tying, shelter-building, and first aid. For older adventurers ages 11–15, the Intermediate Wilderness Survival program runs Tuesdays, Sept 23–Oct 28, 2025, from 4–6 PM, taking things to the next level with advanced archery drills, tool carving, matchless fire-starting, cooking, and more complex survival challenges.