Personalise your wristlet with your own charms, making your creation truly one-of-a-kind with @enterprisingmumsunited
Workshop Objectives Participants will:
• Learn the basics of finger knitting using upcycled yarn.
• Create a unique handmade wristlet and decorate it with personal charms.
• Understand the principles of upcycling and waste reduction in fashion
• Learn how to cut T-shirts into yarn for future craft projects.
• Gain inspiration to repurpose unused t-shirts into new, meaningful items.
Workshop Outline
1. Introduction
• Sharing on textile waste and the importance of upcyclin
• Overview of materials: upcycled yarns, charms, tools and unused T-shirts
2. Finger-Knitting Basics
• Understanding finger knitting loops and knots
• Demonstration of basic 2 finger-knitting technique and tension control
*Participants to choose colour of upcycled t-shirt yarn and the keyring of their choice.
3. Hands-On: Create Your Wristlet
• Participants finger-knit their own wristlet using upcycled yarn – colour of their choice.
• Assistance with securing ends and shaping
• Adding and attaching personal charms for customisation
4. Demonstration: Cutting T-Shirt Yarn (30 – 40 mins)
• Step-by-step guide on how to cut old T-shirts into continuous yarn
• Tips on t-shirt selection and preparing materials
• Hands-on practice
*Participants to bring their own unused or unwanted t-shirts without prints.
Materials Provided
• Upcycled yarn (from unused garment factory fabrics)
• Finger knitting guide sheet
• Keyring
• Charms
• Scissors
• Fabric Glue
• Sample T-shirts for cutting demonstration
Participants encouraged to bring:
• Old or unused T-shirt without print
• Personal charms for decoration
Workshop Outcome
Each participant will take home:
• A handmade finger-knitted wristlet crafted from upcycled t-shirt yarn
• Skills to create their own yarn from old T-shirts
• Knowledge of sustainable craft practices
TFP members can use 20 points for a 10% discount. Registration link in bio
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