By Arwen Kozak – 11th Grade, Pittsburgh CAPA
On July 9, a small group of eager participants gathered at the Center for Creative Reuse for the ReMakers Playshop to learn about upcycling, sewing, and sustainability. Children ages 10-17 learned how to create a handmade bag using an old t-shirt. Click through the photo story below for more information.
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Laura, one of the staff members at the event, accompanied by Rebecca, one of two interns, taught guests how to thread and knot a needle.
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Laura demonstrates a running stitch.
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Laura begins the project by cutting off the sleeves on her t-shirt.
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Before sewing, the shirt was turned inside out and pinned along the bottom seam.
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A young participant begins sewing.
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Sewing in progress
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Completed running stitch
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Laura demonstrates whip stitch, which was used to line and reinforce the bottom edge of the bag.
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Running stitch with whip stitch support
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Completed seam on the t-shirt bag
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Kyra’s unique decorating idea
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Using buttons to decorate
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Scrap fabrics were transformed into pockets and decorations
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Finished t-shirt bag!
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Finished t-shirt bag!
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Finished t-shirt bag!
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Finished t-shirt bag!
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Finished t-shirt bag!
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Participants took a small quiz to demonstrate what they had learned.
Arwen Kozak is an 11th grade student at Pittsburgh CAPA hailing from Friendship. She has been a Youth Reporter for Pittsburgh Youth Media for 2 years and enjoys acting and reading in her spare time.
Arwen Kozak is an 11th grade student at Pittsburgh CAPA hailing from Friendship. She has been a Youth Reporter for Pittsburgh Youth Media for 2 years and enjoys acting and reading in her spare time.
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