In this workshop, led by Estonian designer Reet Aus, participants will examine how old jeans can be given a new life through different uses, discuss what local upcycling means, and learn about the problems facing the fashion industry in the age of consumerism, given that textile waste has become one of its biggest problems. They will also make a bag out of used jeans. This workshop is about hands-on participation, so participants are encouraged to bring their used jeans to personalize their upcycling project. Remember to bring your old pants and your creativity! Please note that some prior sewing experience is required.
ABOUT REET AUS
Reet Aus is a PhD-qualified fashion designer and environmental activist, a natural rebel who founded REET AUS COLLECTION®. She is a pioneer in the field of industrial upcycling for fashion, and has developed the UPMADE® certification, in order to pass on her knowledge to brands and factories. Reet’s guiding mission in life is to save the fashion industry from itself, and to show that there is a way of ending the throwaway culture that causes so much waste and destruction around the world. Reet is reducing the environmental footprint of the industry she loves.