Make and Reuse Creative Workshops
North Kensington
2023–2025
Address:
Maxilla Walk Studios
4 Maxilla Walk, London W10 6NQ
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops is a programme of free creative courses to inspire our community of makers to reuse materials, contribute to the circular economy and make their everyday more sustainable, running from our community makerspace Maxilla Men’s Shed.
The programme aims to help creatives raise the bar on social impact, reduce the carbon footprint, and reduce waste, whilst inspiring art and creativity.
About ACAVA Maxilla Men’s Shed
Maxilla Men’s Shed is a community workshop and makerspace based in North Kensington. Welcoming people of all genders, the Shed provides a unique space for creativity in the community and delivers a significant positive impact on the wellbeing of our members. We operate weekly Tinkering Sessions, where everyone is invited to explore creative ideas. We work on personal projects, all whilst socialising and exchanging skills. We also deliver specialist workshops where the community are invited to learn a new creative skill, diversifying and strengthening the peer support network the Shed facilitates. Learn more about Maxilla Men’s Shed here.
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Past events
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: Create the Ultimate Workwear ‘Waste-Coat’, with Isabel Fletcher
When: 6, 7, 8, 9 January 2025, 10am–5pm Join textile artist Isabel Fletcher for a free, four-day workshop where you'll create your own unique "Workwear Waste-Coat" using upcycled fabrics. Learn ...
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: Sculptural wearable art and accessories, with Anu Bankole
When: 25–28 November 2024, 10am–5pm Join artist Anu Bankole for a four-day workshop on creating sculptural wearable art from recycled materials. Each day covers specific techniques, from developing ideas and ...
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: An Introduction to Circular Carpentry, with Sasha Tishkov
When: 27-30 August 2024 Over four days, learn how to create a new chair inspired by Enzo Mari's designs whilst reusing responsibly sourced materials from the local area. Led by ...
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: Leatherworking – Creative Thinking and Design, with Yusuf Osman
When: 22–25 July 2024 Over four days, gain a comprehensive overview of what's entailed when working with leather. The course will combine theory with hands-on knowledge about design, patternmaking and ...
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: An Introduction to Contemporary Marquetry with Amber Bailey
When: 2-5 July 2024 A free, four-day workshop led by Amber Bailey where participants will make their own artwork using the historical craft of marquetry. Learn traditional hand-cutting techniques and ...
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: Street Finds (furniture modification) with Andy Healy
When: 17-20 June 2024 A free, four-day workshop led by artist Andy Healy looking at how to restore and modify street-found furniture.
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: Introduction to Leathercraft
Two separate four-day courses on leathercraft, led by professional craft facilitators Candice Lau and Yusuf Osman.
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: Leathercraft
When: 6–9 November 2023 Over four days, learn how to cut from a pattern, saddle stitch, cut, glue, attach hardware and various kinds of edge finishings to small and large ...
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: Leatherworking, Creative Thinking & Design
When: 20–23 November 2023 Over four days, gain a comprehensive overview of what's entailed when working with leather. The course will combine theory with hands-on knowledge about design, patternmaking and ...
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: Introduction to Contemporary Marquetry
When: 9-12 October 2023 Over four days, make your own artwork using the historical craft of marquetry. Learn traditional hand-cutting techniques and add your own personal flair to create a ...
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: Sustainable Textile Techniques
When: 21–24 August 2023 Over four sessions, learn the basics of natural and bundle dyes, suffolk puff and rope making, basic stitch and appliqué to create an artwork made from ...
Make and Reuse Creative Workshops: Furniture Construction, Restoration & Modification
When: 24–27 July 2023 A free, four-day workshop led by artist Andy Healy looking at how to restore and modify street-found furniture.
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