Improvisational Upcycling: From Scraps to Yardage

Name: Improvisational Upcycling: From Scraps to Yardage
Start: 2025-08-15T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-08-15T16:00:00-04:00
Location: 31 St. James Ave., Boston, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02116

Schedule

Fri Aug 15 2025 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

31 St. James Ave., Boston, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02116 | Boston, MA

Friday August 15th, from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Prerequisite: Students should know how to operate a sewing machine with ease.
A transformative journey into fabric reincarnation! Learn to repurpose scraps and discarded fabrics into vibrant new yardage for stylish tops, tunics, or dresses. Under the guidance of fiber artist Sharon Chandler Correnty, discover innovative techniques to breathe new life into forgotten textiles. Celebrate sustainability as we repurpose and revitalize fabrics, reducing environmental impact while honing creativity and resourcefulness. Celebrate the spirit of sustainability as we repurpose, reimagine, and revitalize fabrics that would otherwise go to waste. Embrace the challenge of working with what's available, honing your creativity and resourcefulness while reducing your environmental footprint! All supplies are included.
About the teacher:
With a passion for art and a keen eye for beauty in the discarded, Sharon Chandler Correnty is the spark behind Marigold Studio. Sharon has spent her life learning multiple art techniques as a fiber/textile artist. In 2022, Sharon's work caught the eye of actress Chloe Sevigny, who commissioned a piece. Sharon's work was then featured in the April 2023 edition of British Vogue. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and a Master of Education from Fitchburg State University, Sharon is not only an artist, she brings over 40 years of art education expertise to her craft. Drawing from global travels to roadside discoveries, she meticulously curates deadstock fabric, artifacts, and salvaged pieces. Sharon's unique talent lies in her ability to piece together fabric scraps, weaving captivating stories through her creations.