Recycle / Upcycle Workshops for Groups

 We're delighted to offer workshops and short courses, with a focus on reusing, recycling and reducing waste! 
Many courses can be facilitated using online technology such as Zoom.  Please feel free to get in touch to discuss options. 

Charity shop hack workshop

Transform something old into something new! Whether its a charity shop bargain or something from around the house (small side table, wood candlesticks, mirror, etc), you'll learn how to repurpose your item using sandpaper, paint and decorative effects! A great way to save money, reduce waste and recycle.

Creative Flower Arranging

Learn the basics of fresh flower arranging, using plants from the garden and recycled containers to create a range of seasonal arrangements. Learn how to create cost effective centrepieces, wreaths and florals in a resourceful, money saving way whilst recycling and upcycling.

Mosaics
​Upcycle workshop

Use mosaics to bling up a household item into something more interesting. Learn how to apply mosaics, adhesive and grout to create lovely plant pots, or to decorate a small table or household item. Learn how to use recycled tiles and broken pottery to create your own unique project. Suitable for beginners.

Glass Recycle workshop
​MINI VASEs 

Create a trio of seasonal vases using a range of decorative materials along with recycled glass. Choose your colour scheme and create adorable vases for the home. This creative session encourages recycling, reusing and reducing waste, and includes seasonal flowers for your vases to take home.

CrEAtive container Gardening 

​A fun way to recycle and reuse a range of items from around the house or charity shops to creative indoor/outdoor garden displays. Learn the basics of container gardening, plant care, and plant suitability for a range of growing conditions. Plant up a lovely seasonal container.

Furniture Makeover
Upcycle

Transform a small piece of furniture you would otherwise take to a charity shop. You'll have access to sandpaper and several shades of paint to change the look of your piece. This is a great way to repurpose a small piece of furniture such as a table, wood candlesticks, mirror or other small household item.

Charity shop Hack
​with Decoupage

Using seasonal colours and patterns you'll turn an unwanted item into something new using decoupage. Transform a wood tray, jewellery box, crate/box, or side table to create your unique piece.  Choose a rustic or modern look, learn paint effects & learn how to decoupage. Suitable for beginners.

chirstmas RePurpose workshop

Bring along your old Christmas decorations to create a holiday wreath or door swag! Learn how to create a  new look from repurposed materials, unwanted decorations and discarded artificial Christmas trees. A great way to recycle, reuse and repurpose.

Christmas Card Workshop

Bring along your old Christmas cards and wrapping paper to create this year's 'new' hand-crafted cards. Create lovely, unique cards using a range of techniques and learn to be creatively resourceful, whilst reducing landfill waste. A great way to recycle, reuse and repurpose.