Unpicking to Take Action
ReMode are co-hosting a series of events with Fashion & Sustainability Pioneer and Activist Kate Fletcher, join them on March 9th for a hands on day of practice and participatory discussion.
About Unpicking to Take Action
Our second day of events led by Fashion & Sustainability Pioneer and Activist Kate Fletcher. A practical, hands on day of practice and participatory discussion.
Materials supplied by ReMode:
old, unwanted denim clothing
quick unpicker
These items will be sent out in the post to each participant one week prior to the event.
Other materials required:
space to work
access to a sewing machine would be helpful
sewing cotton
fabric scissors
The day will be conducted via Zoom, with a mix of presentation and group discussion coupled with independent at-home participatory activities.
9am
Check in, welcome & introductions
Overview of the day from Kate Fletcher, including brief of activities
9.30-11.30am
Working to deconstruct an existing garment by unpicking it along original seams using a forensic approach.
Mapping this information against patterns of use and the mechanisms and processes of the fashion system.
Examining the collection of loose elements and how they might be reinterpreted and exploration in thinking together.
11.30am
Check in with Kate
12.30-2.30pm
Continuation of unpicking task
2.30pm
Final check in and concluding remarks
Limited places available. Booking essential.
While we take every opportunity to ensure the details for Unpicking to Take Action are accurate, we always advise that you contact the event organiser before setting out for the event to avoid disapointment. All information (whether in text or photographs) is given in good faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement of representation or fact.
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