Upcycle Your Clothes with Beaded Embroidery

Turn your old clothes into a one-of-a-kind statement piece with bead embroidery, sustainable, playful & hands-on
About this Event

🎀 Give new life to old clothes: one bead at a time! 🎀

Join this hands-on beaded embroidery upcycling workshop at Junk Amsterdam and transform your own clothing into a one-of-a-kind statement piece.

Small group workshop (max 8–10 people) = lots of personal guidance

This creative session is perfect for anyone into sustainable fashion, nostalgic 00's / 90s vibes, DIY projects, or just looking for a fun and mindful way to refresh their wardrobe. You’ll learn practical bead embroidery techniques and leave with a personalized, upcycled item you can actually wear.

No experience needed – beginners are very welcome! Give new life to old clothes, one bead at a time!

What to expect:

• Learn basic bead embroidery techniques (stitches, layering & placement)
• Bring 1–2 garments (top, jeans, jacket, bag, etc.)
• Design your own pattern (inspo & examples provided)
• Hands-on guidance in a cozy 90s/Y2K vintage shop
• Leave with one finished (or well-started) upcycled piece you can wear

Price: €40 includes

• 3 hours of guidance & creative coaching
• All beads, embroidery materials & tools
• Drinks & cozy workshop vibes

We have a special 'Bring a friend' deal, 2 tickets for €70

Details

• Time: 14:00–17:00
• Location: Junk Amsterdam, Van der Hoopstraat 37H, Amsterdam (Westerpark)
• Price: €40 (materials, guidance, drinks included)
• ♻ Sustainable, creative & beginner-friendly

Agenda

🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Welcome & Introduction
Host: Danceney

Info: – Learn basic stitches, layering & creative styling
– Personalized feedback & help with your design
– Relaxed vibes, good music & creative flow

🕑: 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Guided Bead Embroidery Session

Info: Guided Bead Embroidery Session
– Hands-on embroidery with support throughout
– Learn basic stitches, layering & creative styling
– Relaxed vibes, good music, and plenty of beads!

🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Show & Share + Final Touches

Info:
– Share your work with the group (optional!)
– Tips for continuing at home or book another session ?
– Group photo and farewell