Upcycling Craft Sessions
Learn how to turn old T-shirts into yarn in this fun, hands-on session
Location
Castle Quarter
Honesty Library Level 2 Castle Quarter Norwich NR1 3DD United KingdomAbout this event
- Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
Upcycling Workshop: Make Your Own T-Shirt Yarn
Ready to turn old clothes into something completely new?
Join us for a fun and eco-friendly upcycling session using T-shirt yarn—a great way to reuse textile waste. Beginners can make simple macramé plant hangers, while those with crochet or knotting experience can try their hand at baskets or small bags. Make something for yourself, a loved one, or donate your creation back to New-U to help us raise funds at our next craft market.
• Learn new upcycling and crafting techniques
• Connect with a friendly, creative community
• Help reduce textile waste while having fun
• No need to book—just pop in and get creative!
All materials provided. Open to all ages and skill levels.
We’ll be using textile waste from our very own pre-loved clothing shop, giving a second life to items that can’t be resold. All tools and materials will be provided, but if you’ve got a favourite old T-shirt that’s past its best, feel free to bring it along and re-love it into something brand new.
Tue 17th June 2pm -3.30pm
Sat 21st June - 11am - 12.30pm
📍Honesty Library in Castle Quater - No need to book—just pop in!
✨ Whether you're an experienced crafter or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome! Bring your own upcycling project or learn new skills from our volunteers.
💚 Cost & Supplies:
We provide all material utilising ragged textiles for your pre-loved clothing boutique. Sessions are free, but as a charity, we appreciate donations to help cover staffing and tools. These session are made possible thanks to support from Love Norfolk Fund throught the Norfolk Community Foundation.
☕ Refreshments & Facilities:
Tea and coffee available for a 50p donation, or bring your own drink. The venue is accessible by lift, with public toilets on the same level.
👫 Join Us & Spread the Word!
Bring a friend, family member, or colleague, and let’s turn pre-loved textiles into something beautiful together!
We can’t wait to see you there! 💚♻️
Frequently asked questions
We are on Level 2 of Castle Quarter. That's near Boots and the car park entrance, at the top of the spiral staircase.
There is parking available at Castle Quarter and you'll find the Honesty Library just round the corner from the car park entrance on level J.
By Bus: Most buses will stop on Castle meadow street. Use the CQ entrance here and you are on the right level. By Train: It’s a bout a 10mins walk from the statin. Use the entrance Market Avenue and you’ll see us just round the corner on your left.
Yes but as a charity, we appreciate donations to help cover staffing and tools.