CHANGING LIVES - NOT JUST WARDROBES
Community-powered textile reuse that’s fun, affordable, and full of possibilities!
When?
Tuesday 25th August, 6–8pm
Where?
Change Clothes, The Digital Depot, Roe Lane, D08 TCV4 - follow the thread, you’ll find us!
Cost:
€25 + 23% VAT - booking essential (our machines get shy without notice!)
What’s Happening?
Whether you're completely new to sewing or already have a few projects under your belt, our monthly Re-maker Space is a relaxed evening to learn, make and create together.
Bring along a project you're working on, learn how to use a sewing machine, practise new techniques, or finally tackle that repair or alteration you've been putting off. Our team will be on hand to offer guidance and support throughout the evening.
We provide sewing machines, tools and a selection of reclaimed fabrics and haberdashery to experiment with. You're also welcome to bring your own materials or project if you'd prefer.
Perfect for anyone looking to build confidence, meet fellow makers and give textiles a longer
Important note re: cancellations
Workshop & event bookings are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another date with less than 24 hours’ notice. As a non-profit social enterprise, last-minute cancellations result in lost income that directly supports our community programmes and helps keep Change Clothes running.
When?
Wednesday 26th August, 6–8pm
Where?
Change Clothes, The Digital Depot, Roe Lane, D08 TCV4 - follow the thread, you’ll find us!
Cost:
€25 + 23% VAT - booking essential (our machines get shy without notice!)
What’s Happening?
Re-maker Space is a relaxed evening to learn, create and connect with fellow makers.
Bring along your project, build your confidence with new stitches, get help fixing mistakes, or bring along your own project to work on with support from our team.
We'll have reclaimed fabrics and plenty of encouragement available, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm.
Important note re: cancellations
Workshop & event bookings are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another date with less than 24 hours’ notice. As a non-profit social enterprise, last-minute cancellations result in lost income that directly supports our community programmes and helps keep Change Clothes running.
Dates: Thursday 20th August
Times: 1-2pm
Location: Change Clothes, The Digital Depot, Roe Lane, D08 TCV4
Price: FREE thanks to support from Diageo’s Guinness Dublin 8 Fund
Capacity: Just 8 spots available - when you register for your place you must commit to attending.
What’s in store?
Discover the creative possibilities of reclaimed wool by making your own felted mug rug a a stylish coaster designed to protect surfaces while adding a handmade touch to your home. During this relaxed one-hour workshop, you'll learn simple felting and finishing techniques using rescued textile materials to create a unique piece that's both practical and sustainable.
As you create, you'll explore how wool and other reclaimed textiles can be repurposed into beautiful everyday items, helping to reduce waste through creativity.
All materials are provided, and you’re encouraged to bring along a garment you’d like to mend or transform. No experience needed - just curiosity and creativity.
Dates: Thursday 20th August
Times: 1-2pm
Location: Change Clothes, The Digital Depot, Roe Lane, D08 TCV4
Price: FREE thanks to support from Diageo’s Guinness Dublin 8 Fund
Capacity: Just 8 spots available - when you register for your place you must commit to attending.
What’s in store?
Give your favourite clothes a new lease of life with the art of creative patching. In this relaxed one-hour workshop, you'll learn how to repair and personalise garments using reclaimed fabrics, transforming worn areas into colourful design features rather than hiding them.
Experiment with different patch shapes, colours and stitching techniques to create repairs that celebrate creativity while extending the life of your clothing. Whether you're covering a hole, reinforcing a well-loved item or simply adding your own unique style, you'll leave with practical skills you can use again and again.
All materials are provided, and you’re encouraged to bring along a garment you’d like to mend or transform. No experience needed - just curiosity and creativity.
When?
Thursday 10th September, 6–8pm
Where?
Change Clothes, The Digital Depot, Roe Lane, D08 TCV4 - follow the thread, you’ll find us!
Cost:
€25 + 23% VAT - booking essential (our machines get shy without notice!)
What’s Happening?
Re-maker Space is a relaxed evening to learn, create and connect with fellow makers.
Bring along your project, build your confidence with new stitches, get help fixing mistakes, or bring along your own project to work on with support from our team.
We'll have reclaimed fabrics and plenty of encouragement available, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm.
Important note re: cancellations
Workshop & event bookings are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another date with less than 24 hours’ notice. As a non-profit social enterprise, last-minute cancellations result in lost income that directly supports our community programmes and helps keep Change Clothes running.
When?
Thursday 17th September, 6-8pm
Where?
Change Clothes, The Digital Depot, Roe Lane, D08 TCV4 - follow the thread, you’ll find us!
Cost:
€25 + 23% VAT: booking essential (our machines get shy without notice!)
What’s Happening?
Used a sewing machine before but haven’t a clue what to do next? Great! Join us for a simple guided project and get your sewing skates back on in a social environment. All materials and machinery provided.
Important note re: cancellations
Workshop & event bookings are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another date with less than 24 hours’ notice. As a non-profit social enterprise, last-minute cancellations result in lost income that directly supports our community programmes and helps keep Change Clothes running.
When?
Thursday 3rd September, 6–8pm
Where?
Change Clothes, The Digital Depot, Roe Lane, D08 TCV4 - follow the thread, you’ll find us!
Cost:
€25 + 23% VAT - booking essential (our machines get shy without notice!)
What’s Happening?
A super-beginner-friendly sewing machine taster!
Learn how to set up, thread, and run a sewing machine without fear, fuss, or tangled bobbins.
We’ve got plenty of machines ready to whirr into action, but feel free to bring your own if you'd like to get to know it better.
Important note re: cancellations
Workshop & event bookings are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another date with less than 24 hours’ notice. As a non-profit social enterprise, last-minute cancellations result in lost income that directly supports our community programmes and helps keep Change Clothes running.
Dates: Wednesday 9th September
Times: 6-8pm
Location: Change Clothes, The Digital Depot, Roe Lane, D08 TCV4
Price: FREE thanks to support from Diageo’s Guinness Dublin 8 Fund
Capacity: Just 8 spots available - when you register for your place you must commit to attending.
What’s in store?
Create your own friendly little bird ornament using reclaimed textile materials while learning simple hand-sewing techniques and creative textile reuse skills.
This relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop introduces participants to the basics of hand sewing through the creation of a soft felt bird. There is no right or wrong way to make your bird—you'll choose colours, fabrics and decorations to create something completely unique.
Along the way you'll discover how reclaimed textiles can be transformed into beautiful handmade objects, giving materials a second life while reducing textile waste.
Suitable for complete beginners and children (with adult support where appropriate).
Learn basic hand sewing techniques
Thread and safely use a sewing needle
Sew using a simple running stitch and blanket stitch (or whip stitch)
Learn how to stuff and finish a soft ornament
Explore colour, texture and creative embellishment
Understand how textile reuse supports the circular economy
Leave with a completed bird ornament to take home
When?
Tuesday 18th August, 6-8pm
Where?
Change Clothes, The Digital Depot, Roe Lane, D08 TCV4 - follow the thread, you’ll find us!
Cost:
€25 + 23% VAT: booking essential (our machines get shy without notice!)
What’s Happening?
Used a sewing machine before but haven’t a clue what to do next? Great! Join us for a simple guided project and get your sewing skates back on in a social environment. All materials and machinery provided.
Important note re: cancellations
Workshop & event bookings are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another date with less than 24 hours’ notice. As a non-profit social enterprise, last-minute cancellations result in lost income that directly supports our community programmes and helps keep Change Clothes running.