"“If it can’t be reduced, reused, repaired, rebuilt, refurbished, refinished, resold, recycled or composted, then it should be restricted, redesigned or removed from production." Pete Seeger
Learn about different types of waste, think about traditional disposal of solid waste, experience the relevance of upcycling and implementing alternatives to reduce waste. This workshop allows participants of all ages to look at waste as an opportunity to be creative. The sessions integrate environmental education with art through upcycling activities.
Activities:
One artist helps participants make two crafts or one picture frame from recycled materials (see table below with a list of crafts available). The crafts that the participants create are a constant reminder to them that waste does not always have to end up in the landfill but can have other creative uses.
Impact:
The upcycling workshop has been offered in different venues such as libraries, birthday parties, summer camps, online sessions and for elementary and high school’s students. This program has been key to build a culture of environmental awareness and most importantly, develop concrete actions towards a more sustainable world. Annually about 2,000 families and students, including teachers, seniors, and the public have engaged in hands-on learning activities and changing behavior in an enjoyable atmosphere through the arts. Thanks to our customers we have diverted from the landfill: 3 tonnes of corrugated cardboard and 900 Kg of plastic bottles.
Details:
● Duration of workshop: 90 minutes.
● Workshops can be customized for all ages.
● Available in-person or as an online session (we will ship the materials to your home).
● Available in English or Spanish.
Celebration | Crafts Avaiable | |
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Recycled Corrugated Cardboard | Recycled Plastic Bottles | |
Valentine ’s Day (February) |
![]() Doll (Boy or Girl) ![]() Picture frame with hearts ![]() Boxes |
![]() Clip holder ![]() Flowerpot |
Earth’s Day (April) |
![]() Butterfly ![]() Rooster ![]() Frog ![]() Cat and Mouse ![]() Baby Owl ![]() Owl Magnet / pin ![]() Picture frame with flowers ![]() Picture frame ocean |
![]() Turtle ![]() Fish ![]() Jelly fish ![]() Flowers |
Mother’s Day (May) |
![]() Hen with chicks ![]() Napkin holder ![]() Jewelry case ![]() Earrings |
![]() Flower Pot ![]() Flowers |
Father’s Day (June) |
![]() Pencil holder ![]() Note holder ![]() Picture frame |
![]() Pencilholder |
Christmas (December) |
![]() Christmas Tree ![]() Angels ![]() Christmas Decorations (Doves and pigeons) |
![]() Poinsettia ![]() Ornaments |