Upcycled Fabric Scrappy Beetle Bug Making - Threads 2026

Name: Upcycled Fabric Scrappy Beetle Bug Making - Threads 2026
Start: 2026-05-16T10:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-05-16T12:30:00+01:00
Location: Sunny Bank Mills Gallery

Schedule

Sat May 16 2026 at 10:30 am to 12:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Sunny Bank Mills Gallery | Bradford, EN

Don't throw away your fabric scraps! Instead, turn them into scrappy beetles and bugs to really snazz up a wall.
About this Event

In this beginner friendly workshop, Scarlett will be showing you how to form a bug-like shape using only fabric scraps, wire, thread and hot glue!

All materials will be provided including colourful fabric scraps and trimmings, however if you have some of your own fabric scraps that you would like to sew onto the body of the bug, then feel free to bring them along too.

Hot glue guns will be provided however if you prefer to hand sew, Scarlett is happy to guide you!

Each student will take away their own medium sized bug!

This workshop is suitable for those age 16+.

Artist bio:

Scarlett is the owner of AFRAYED Upcycling - a small business that she has ran for 4+ years designing patterns, tutorials and constructing garments with reclaimed textiles like tea towels, tablecloths and more! She also hosts workshops that encourage upcycling: scrappy bug and tea towel dress making are some of the favourites!

About our Threads Textile Festival

This workshop is taking place as part of Sunny Bank Mills' annual celebration of the art of textiles; featuring a series of workshops, new exhibitions, talks and Textile fair. This year’s Threads Festival will take place across the site of Sunny Bank Mills on Saturday 16th – Sunday 17th May.

Find out more about our Threads Textile Festival weekend on our website.

See the full Threads Textile Festival workshop collection.

About the venue

Sunny Bank Mills is an inspirational cultural destination in the heart of the local community of Farsley, Leeds. Founded in 1829, these glorious Mills are being regenerated by the sixth generation of the family owners, creating a wonderful blend of work, leisure and culture.

Course terms and booking conditions

Workshop and course bookings can be cancelled and refunded up until 7 days before the scheduled start date. As materials and equipment are ordered in advance, we regret that refunds cannot be offered less than 7 days before the workshop date. Please note that Eventbrite’s booking fee is non-refundable. If we need to cancel the course for any reason your ticket will be fully refunded.

Accessibility

The venue of this workshop is on the 3rd floor of the 1912 Mill, which is accessed via three flights of stairs or a wheelchair accessible lift.

There are accessible toilets on the ground and 2nd floor of the venue. We will have attendants on hand to offer assistance throughout the day. If you have any queries prior to your booking, please email [email protected].