HAND EMBROIDERY TO UPCYCLE/CUSTOMISE A GARMENT WORKSHOP
SATURDAY 28 FEBRUARY
1:30PM – 4:30PM
WORKSHOP
Give new life to the clothes you already own! This hands-on workshop introduces the creative and sustainable practice of hand embroidery as a way to upcycle and personalise garments. Whether you’re looking to add character to an old favourite, or transform a basic piece into something expressive and unique, this session will guide you through the process step by step.
Participants will learn essential embroidery stitches, experiment with colours and textures, and explore design ideas that reflect their personal style. With guidance and inspiration, you’ll apply your new skills directly onto a garment you bring from home—leaving with a one-of-a-kind piece that tells your story.
Perfect for beginners and craft lovers alike, this workshop celebrates creativity, slow fashion, and the joy of making something truly your own.
Participants to bring their own garments, i.e. t-shirt, jumper, jeans, etc. All other materials provided.
Part of Wyndham Council’s The Tapestry of Culture program, this workshop is designed to showcase the beauty and significance of clothing across different cultures, from traditional clothing techniques workshops to explorations of fashion history from around the world.
Wyndham Civic Centre, 45 Princes Hwy, Werribee
Ticket price $15
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18+ only event
Not serving alcohol -
Accessible for wheelchair users
Tactile experience available -
Phong Chi Lai (Studio PCL) is a Naarm based Textile Artist/Designer/Maker specializing in contemporary quilts and soft sculptures through improv patchwork.
Using upcycled/deadstock fabrics and natural dyes, Phong prioritises social and environmental care in his practice. Phong takes a considered and intuitive approach, responding to materials and his surroundings. He applies traditional techniques; hand-quilting, assemblage and patchwork with an overtly free hand approach to building compositional complexity.
Wyndham City Council’s Arts and Culture team's program fosters creativity, connection, and community pride through diverse exhibitions, events, and artist opportunities. Celebrating the region’s rich cultural heritage and contemporary voices, it supports local talent, encourages participation in the arts, and cultivates a vibrant, inclusive cultural landscape across Wyndham.
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For more information, please contact the event organiser:
Wyndham Council
ippy.collins@wyndham.vic.gov.au