Textiles 101 Pop Up: Upcycled Fashion

Free Program, Saturday, August 8, 2026, 12:30-4:30 p.m.
Two girls doing a yarn craft

Photo by Pulok Pramanik/the George Washington University.


Stop by the museum anytime between 12:30 and 4:30 p.m. for an afternoon of creative exploration! Bring your own garment to transform into a one-of-a-kind piece that better reflects your style. Explore both sewing and non-sewing techniques ranging from embroidery to painting, while also learning about ways you can alter a garment’s foundation (e.g., a better fit for your favorite top or adapting jeans into shorts). Upcycling offers an opportunity to practice sustainability and refine your personal image. 

About Syreeta C 

Syreeta C is a DMV-based fashion designer and arts educator who believes that clothing is an accessible form of self-expression and creative exploration. With a B.F.A. in fashion design, she participates in many realms of the art form – from custom design in her studio to programming throughout the community. 

How to Participate

This program is free and open to the public. Stop by the museum anytime between 12:30 and 4:30 p.m. to participate. All mending materials provided.  

About Textiles 101 Pop Ups

Drop by the museum on select Saturday afternoons to try a new skill or textile tradition through a simple hands-on activity led by textile makers and artists from the D.C. community. 

Additional Information  

Photos and/or videos of attendees of this program may be taken and shared on social media, websites or marketing materials. Please contact MuseumEdatgwu [dot] edu (MuseumEd[at]gwu[dot]edu) if you have questions about photography or recordings at this program. 

Where
The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum 701 21st St. NW Washington DC 20052

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