Conservation Crafting: Next Level Upcycling

Conservation Crafting: Next Level Upcycling

Hosted by Naturalist Tasha & GBN Kimi Takikawa

Mason Mill Recreation Center (Upper Level)

Saturday, February 7 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Begin the year creating wearable art from repurposed Southwest Airlines leather. In this eco-inspired workshop, we explore hands-on design techniques while crafting earrings and bracelets that reflect your favorite Georgia native animals and landscape features across eco-regions (the distinct natural areas of our state shaped by landforms, climate, plants, and wildlife).

Guided by GBN Kimi Takikawa and DeKalb County Park Naturalist Tasha Messer, you’ll shape, paint, and assemble bold or subtle creative reuse and nature inspiration jewelry pieces. You’ll leave with three pieces: one to keep, one to gift, and one to share forward.

This is a cozy, communal creative space—where conversation, shared snacks, and imagination move as freely as the paint.

Led by GBN Kimi Takikawa & Naturalist Tasha Messer, DeKalb County RPCA

Held indoors at Mason Mill Recreation Center with restroom access.

Mason Mill Recreation Center – Upper Level
1340 McConnell Dr, Decatur, GA 30033

Turn right near the library. Do not turn again. Continue straight past the official DC-RPCA Mason Mill Park sign to reach the upper level (Mack Love Senior Center entrance).

Settle in at a shared table where leather, paint, tools, and imagination wait. This is a space designed for you to create freely, at your own pace, surrounded by other curious and creative minds. Materials will be available, gentle guidance offered when needed, and plenty of room for your ideas to unfold naturally. Conversation will flow, inspiration will pass from seat to seat, and by the end of the afternoon, your table space will be scattered with color, character, and pieces that carry your own creative story.

Bring your favorite sweet or savory snack to share—the kind of treat that makes a table feel warm and welcoming. As we craft, we’ll nibble, chat, and settle into that cozy rhythm where creativity and comfort naturally go hand in hand.

Comfortable clothing suitable for crafting and safe to wear in case of incidental paint or material contact.

Designed for adults and older youth. All ages welcome.

DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs strives to make all programs accessible to persons of all abilities. If you require reasonable accommodations, please contact the program organizer at least 48 hours in advance.

By registering for or attending this program, participants acknowledge that activities may involve tools, materials, movement, and shared food. Participation is voluntary, and individuals assume responsibility for their personal safety, including any risks related to food consumption. DeKalb County Government, RPCA, and all affiliated staff and partners are held harmless from any claims arising from participation.

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~Naturalist Tasha & Kimi Takikawa

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