ABOUT- MAKE WORKSHOPS
ENROL in a creative workshop and learn how to create sustainable and unique fashion.
Purchase tickets through Eventfinder ( NZ)
Learn innovative and unique methods to transform existing resources into designer fashion garments and accessories. Suitable for beginner to experienced makers, you will create unique items to suit your individual style, using methods not taught elsewhere.
If you would like to host a workshop ( 4-6 people ) just get a small group together and contact us via email to arrange the details. Get creative in your place! Perfect for a girls weekend, or girls night in, or for corporate team building - particularly the journal covers workshops!
Contact Deb for further information : deblaraman@gmail.com
THE EVERYDAY - T-SHIRT DRESS
These super comfortable dresses are so easy to wear you will want them in all colours.
Made from three t-shirts, they are quick to make by hand or machine sewing. A great way to use t-shirts and create unique designs that no one will else be wearing.
$65.00 21st March 12.30-4pm, The School House, Historic Village, Tauranga tickets through EVENTFINDER
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/upcycled-fashion-workshop-dress/bay-of-plenty
Photography jade kendra
T-SHIRT CUSTOMISATION
T-Shirt transformation , hand stitching and customising- choose to embroider a favourite or inspiring quote, or create a unique design. we have lots of options for you to choose.
we recommend you use an existing t-shirt or BUY one of our organic t-shirts in the size you require.
Date : TBC - this is great workshop to have at your place, so if you want to book a fun hands on workshop and you can get a group together, contact us to arrange it !
WABI SABI JACKET
WABI SABI inspired Jackets-
A fast paced hands on workshop and you will walk away with the most amazing and unique jacket that you can treasure for years. similar styles sell for $600- $3500
7th March, The School House, Historic Village, Tauranga tickets through Eventfinder
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/upcycled-denim-jacket/tauranga
DISTRESSED DENIM TOTES
DATE : TBC
If you want to host this workshop, let us know and you can enjoy with this with a small group of friends! contact us via email to arrange!
Also available as a KIT.
Using recycled denim and hand stitching you will create a unique tote bag that you can be proud of using. different sizes and patterns available to choose from.
Bring your own materials or buy a fabric scrap bag from us ( available soon) and you will have everything you need for this project and to us in other creative endeavours. - image to the right is an example only.
THE FLOUNCE SINGLET
Upside down- Super easy and made by hand. featuring hand stitching . You can make this piece as decorative as you like. So simple to make. Make it for yourself and make one for someone else.
This item was featured in JUNKIES Magazine.
HOST this workshop at your place- get a small group together OR register your interest and we can let you know when the next one is on offer.
AVAILABLE as a KIT also.
BOLERO- shirt
Ultra stylish bolero shirt made from mens shirts.. Easy to make. make in denim for a cool new a take on the denim jacket
3 hour workshop
Why not host an event, minimum numbers apply ( 4-6 people) get a small group together and contact us to arrange the details
Register your interest and we will let you know when the next one is available.
FREEFORM DRESS / TUNIC
learn this Creative way of making ... its a simple and experimental approach designed by Deb Laraman. While it is preferable that you have made your body template when enrolling on this workshop- it is not absolutely essential.
Learn to transform off cuts and old clothing into tops and dresses- each garment will be unique. harvest your own wardrobe for fabrics or buy a "bag of off cuts" ( available soon)
REGISTER your interest in a workshop or HOST this one at your place !
LONG LINE SHIRT
Transform shirts into a long line Jacket that you can dress up or dress down.
Easy to make, can be hand stitched or bring your sewing machine.
Register your interest for the next workshop or HOST one at your place !
MY BODY TEMPLATE PATTERN MAKING WORKSHOP
This innovative system enables you to make a template of your body so you can design and create garments that fit - this simple system allows you to make a wide range of garments in minimal time. This workshop is focussed on making your body template to your body measurements. $65
JOURNAL COVERS
These fabulous Journal covers will be something you will treasure and can use each year. A5 size is perfect for your bag and even fits a notebook and Ipad mini,
Learn some stitching techniques in this easy and creative workshop and you will want to start making many more.
Register your interest for the next workshop or host one at your place.
Also available as KITS using recycled materials
images are examples only and you will create your own design.
CLUTCH /CROSS BODY BAG - recycled
Make your own IT BAG and get creative with off cuts and recycled materials. Easy process and can be personalised to your taste.
Images are examples only and you can select from our material offcuts or bring your own stash.
Register your interest for the next workshop or host one at your place.