​Join us for a hands-on, community-centered event focused on sustainability, creativity, and giving back. Whether you’re a beginner or have some sewing experience, there’s something for everyone.

​Earn raffle points with each experience you choose to win a surprise gift. (Registration required).

​🧵 Workshops & Special Sessions

​(🎟️ Requires pre-registration or add-on ticket)

​10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Learn2Sew – Apron Project (Beginner Level 2) 🎟️
• Saree Draping Session 1 – Traditional Styles 🎟️
• Mending Station – Morning Repairs

​11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Learn2Sew – Bag Project (Beginner Level 1) 🎟️

​1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
• Mending Station – Afternoon Repairs

​2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Learn2Sew – Bag Project (Beginner Level 2) 🎟️

​2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Saree Draping Session 2 – Global Wrap Styles 🎟️

​🎤 Community Highlights

​12:00 – 12:30 PM
Community Lunch Break

​1:00 – 2:00 PM
Keynote & Honors Ceremony
• Waste-Free Washington Talk
• Sustainability Champion Awards

​3:00 PM
Grand Raffle Drawing

​3:30 – 4:00 PM
Event Wrap-Up & Impact Tally

​♻️ Ongoing Activities (10 AM – 4 PM)

​• Cloth Swap: Bring a piece, take a piece
• Donation Station: Drop off wearable clothing
• ReCurio Storefront: Shop curated festive & formal wear
• Local Vendors: Food & upcycled goods
• Photo Booth: Capture your drape & style reveal

​🏆 Sustainability Raffle

​Earn points throughout the event for a chance to win.

​• 6 Points: Learn2Sew workshop
• 4 Points: Saree draping, mending, cloth swap, or ReCurio purchase
• 2 Points: Clothing donation

​✨ Choose Your Experience

​You can participate in one or multiple activities during the event.

​🪡 Learn to Sew 101 🎟️

​Earn 6 raffle points

​Learn the basics of sewing while creating a simple project you can take home.
Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting a refresher.

​✔ Sewing machines and supplies provided
✔ Walk away with a completed project

​When registering, please share your sewing experience so we can plan sessions accordingly.

​🧵 Mend Your Clothes

​Earn 4 raffle points

​Bring clothing that needs minor repairs or simple alterations. Our team will help fix items onsite.

​✔ Small repairs supported
✔ Referrals available for complex alterations

​Please upload photos and details of items you’d like repaired.

​♻️ Cloth Swap

​Earn 4 raffle points

​Exchange clothing you no longer wear for something new-to-you.

​✔ Items must be clean and in good condition
✔ No stains, fading, or damage

​👗 ReCurio Store

​Shop a curated collection of rediscovered festive and formal wear for your next special occasion.

​Earn 4 raffle points with every purchase.

​👕 Donate Well-Loved Clothes

​Earn 2 raffle points

​Donate gently used clothing to support local families in need.

​✔ Clothing must be in wearable condition
✔ Please upload photos of items you plan to donate

​🌱 What to Expect

​✔ Hands-on sewing guidance
✔ Clothing repair & upcycling activities
✔ Community clothing swap
✔ Donation drive for local families
✔ Raffle rewards for participation
✔ Conversations around circular fashion and sustainability

​👥 Who Should Attend

​• Beginners curious about learning to sew
• Families looking for a creative weekend activity
• Anyone wanting to mend or refresh their wardrobe
• Conscious shoppers looking for revived festive or formal wear