Upcycling Pioneer Visiting Dunedin

Included in our program for Fashion Revolution this year, we are delighted to have two events with visiting social entrepreneur, author, and upcyling pioneer Jane Milburn.

Jane was born in Owaka, and has lived in Brisbane for the past 20 years.  Fi met Jane at the Eco Fashion Week in Perth earlier this year, and we're thrilled she will be returning to Otago for a visit, right on time for Fashion Revolution and ID Dunedin Fashion week.

Jane has recently published her book: "Slow Clothing: Finding Meaning in What We Wear".

"Slow Clothing" presents a compelling case for why we need to change the way we dress, to live lightly on Earth through the everyday practice of how we wear and care for our clothes. In an era dominated by the passive consumption of cheap and synthetic fashion, Jane Milburn arrived at the Slow Clothing philosophy by refashioning her own garments.

The clothing surplus in wardrobes and op shops presents a creative opportunity to revive, adapt, and mend garments to suit ourselves while discovering our unique style.

We have arranged two events with Jane, hosted by the Dunedin Public Library. Jane will share her extensive knowledge and experience with the clothing industry in a public talk (coinciding with Fashion Revolution Day), followed by a practical workshop the following week (coinciding with ID Dunedin Fashion Week):

Slow Clothing: Finding Meaning in What We Wear

Date: Tuesday 24th April
Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Place: Ground Floor, Dunedin Public Library, 230 Moray Place, Dunedin
Cost: Free, koha appreciated*
Registration: Simply walk in on the day.

*donations will help subsidise the Clothing Repair and Revival workshop

 Clothing Repair and Revival Workshop

Date: Thursday 3rd May
Time: 1-4pm
Place: Dunningham Suite, 4th Floor, Dunedin Public Library, 230 Moray Place, Dunedin
Cost: Koha (suggested $20)
Registration: Essential due to limited numbers. Please email library@dcc.govt.nz or info@stitchkitchen.nz

No previous sewing experience needed.

Special thanks to:
Dunedin Public Library;  Creative NZ

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