A creative sewing and upcycling workshop for 9–18 year-olds during Youth Week 2026.
Friday 17 April 2026
10:00am - 3:00pm
Coal Loader Centre for Sustainability, 2 Balls Head Dr, Waverton NSW 2060, Australia
Free
Dive into a day of creativity and sustainability with the Flip Fashion Forever Holiday Workshop. This hands-on event invites young people aged 9 to 18 to explore sewing and upcycling in a fun, supportive environment. Whether you bring a thrifted garment or one from home, you’ll have the freedom to transform it your way.
Expect to experiment with cropping, reshaping, hand sewing, embellishing, or completely reinventing your clothing. There are no patterns or rules, just creative freedom encouraged by trained youth mentors who focus on exploration rather than perfection.
No prior sewing experience is needed. Sewing machines and hand-stitching techniques will be available to help you learn and create unique fashion pieces.
This one-day workshop runs from 10:00 to 15:00 on Friday, 17 April 2026. It is part of Youth Week 2026 and is delivered by eco- and ethically minded young fashion creatives as part of the Slogue circular fashion education initiative.
The workshop is free but limited to 20 participants, so early booking is essential. All materials are provided, and participants are encouraged to bring a water bottle, morning tea, and lunch.
Guardians attending with their children do not require a ticket.
The workshop takes place at The Coal Loader Centre for Sustainability, located at 2 Balls Head Drive, Waverton, NSW 2060, specifically in The Mess Hall.
To get there, take a train to Waverton station, then enjoy a 7-minute walk downhill to the venue. Street parking is also available nearby for those driving.
This accessible location offers a welcoming space for young creatives to gather and learn.
Tickets become available from 20 March 2026 and must be booked in advance due to limited capacity. If you cannot attend, please cancel your ticket via the Manage my order link in your confirmation email to allow waitlisted participants to join.
All sewing machines and materials are provided, so just bring your enthusiasm and a garment to upcycle if you wish.
This workshop is designed to empower young people to create rather than consume, promoting sustainable fashion practices.
Participation in this workshop is completely free, making it an excellent opportunity for families seeking creative and eco-friendly activities during the school holidays.
Tickets are limited to 20 participants and must be booked online starting 20 March 2026.
Early booking is recommended to secure a spot in this popular workshop.
