Inspired by the exhibition Costing the Earth, upcycle, repair and re-love your old clothes with Cat Frances from textile experts Material Worth.

Give your old clothes and fabrics new life, in a space where you can slow down, make, and connect. We’ll celebrate the art of repair and reuse – proving that mending is not just practical, it’s creative, joyful, and full of meaning.

No experience required, just bring your enthusiasm and creativity, with a chance to learn basic sewing skills. You can bring a piece of old clothing to repair, or make use of the fabrics provided. We’ll also provide thread and tools.

Free, drop in.
Part of Heritage Weekend at South Square Centre.
The workshop will take place in the Main Gallery (ground floor) at South Square Centre.

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Getting to South Square Centre: Thornton Road, Thornton, Bradford West Yorkshire, BD13 3LD.

We encourage everyone travel to the gallery and talk on public transport, cycle, or to walk where possible. We recognise travelling by car is the only option for some. If this is the case we encourage people to car share. Please note there is only on street parking available at South Square.

South Square is approximately 5 minutes from the nearest bus stop. Buses to get to Thornton are First 607 and the Keighley 67 bus services which  operate from Bradford Bus Station on a regular basis.

Curated by Jane Hiley, Costing the Earth is an Impressions Gallery offsite exhibition in partnership with South Square Centre. Part of Impressions’ Summer of Sustainability programme.

Images: upcycled clothing © Cat Frances / Material Worth