
WHAT IS AN "ECO-CHIC CHARRETTE"?
Join the world of eco fashion and participate in an exciting repurposing competition that brings creativity and sustainability together!
Twenty (20) talented contestants will be challenged to transform used textiles and throwaway clothing into stunning new creations. Each participant will showcase their innovative designs, demonstrating how we can breathe new life into discarded materials. The catch....limited time and limited tools!!
Come and witness the magic of upcycling while supporting a greener future!
CONDITIONS
Prizes!
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All supplies will be provided however contestants may bring their own small tools ( scissors, needles, etc.)
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No outside fabric or garments or textiles. All innovation must come from materials provided
1st Prize value: $1,500
2nd Prize value: $1,000
3rd Prize value: $500
Who can Compete?
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Open to participants 18 years of age and older residing in the GTA
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Must be able to attend an in person or virtual interview between April 1 and May 30th
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Must be available to attend the event for its 4 hour duration
What & How
You will race against the clock to create items that's any combination of Fun, Functional and fashionable with limited tools
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Round 1 - 30 Minutes - Pins, scissors, double sided tape
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Round 2 - 45 minutes - Pins, scissors, double sided tape plus ??
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Round 3 - 60 minutes - Pins, scissors, double sided tape plus ????
INSTAGRAM LINKS

Fun - Functional and Fashionable
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJAwmJUsViV/?igsh=c2t1cG14OHQ2YWVl
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIZ6-EaPIDO/?igsh=MXdubnR6dnc5Nnc4Zw==
Special Shorts
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIuRCgHyRpT/?igsh=MTl4cDczMGw0eHdkcA==
T-shirt to shorts
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDcLj4Fvdgx/?igsh=MXkwNGRzZjJ4ZHE1Ng==
Make your own fabric
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DF2-YONNzva/?igsh=MWFnaXpuM3l1eWNyYQ==
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJLZ0qhzuFN/?igsh=MTVvcGZqNDViMDE=
What you can do with old ties
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGthchZvEsn/?igsh=Y2wwMGFyNzBlb3Y=
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJptCIcyYs6/?igsh=ZDFwYm85ZHBzd2Qx
EcoChic Threads of Change Charrette is made possible with the help of our Partners and Sponsors

