Date: Thursday, July 31st, 2025 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (2 Hours) Location: 1032 16th Street, Miami Beach, Florida Price: $50 per person (All materials included!)
About This Event:
Ready to make a splash with your creativity and a conscious twist? Join us for a unique and inspiring workshop where you'll learn to craft your very own stunning beach tube top, adorned with beautiful "seashells" made from upcycled plastic water bottles!
This is a wonderful opportunity to:
- Unleash your inner artist: Design and paint your "seashells" in a kaleidoscope of colors.
- Embrace sustainable fashion: Give new life to discarded plastic and create something truly unique.
- Learn new skills: From safely cutting and shaping plastic to transforming it with paint and assembling your wearable art.
- Connect with fellow creatives: Enjoy a fun, relaxed atmosphere with hands-on guidance.
- Walk away with a one-of-a-kind summer piece: A chic, customizable tube top that's perfect for the beach, pool, or summer festivals!
What You'll Learn & Create:
In this 2-hour hands-on workshop, we'll guide you step-by-step through the process:
- Plastic Transformation: Learn how to safely cut and prepare plastic water bottles into various "seashell" shapes.
- Artistic Adornment: Discover painting techniques to give your plastic pieces the look of real, shimmering seashells. We'll have a range of acrylic paints in beautiful ocean hues and metallics!
- Tube Top Customization: We'll provide fabric for you to create a tube top for you to arrange and securely attach your painted "seashells" using fast-drying hot glue.
- Personalize Your Style: Customize your top with your unique arrangement and design, making it truly yours!
What's Included in Your Ticket:
- All necessary supplies: A variety of cleaned plastic water bottles, cutting tools, acrylic paints, brushes, your very own tube top (variouand plenty of hot glue.
- Expert instruction and hands-on guidance from experienced crafters.
- A fun, creative, and eco-conscious atmosphere!
- Bonus Take-Home Tip: For those who desire extra durability, we'll share information on how to reinforce your "seashells" at home using a more permanent craft adhesive (like E6000), along with tips for gentle care.
Who This Class Is For:
- Ages 12 and up (younger participants welcome with adult supervision due to sharp tools and hot glue).
- No prior crafting experience necessary – beginners are absolutely welcome!
- Anyone looking for a unique, creative, and eco-friendly activity.
- Friends looking for a fun new experience together!
What to Bring:
- An open mind and a willingness to create!
- You might want to wear clothes you don't mind getting a little paint on (though we'll provide aprons if available).
Important Notes:
- Safety is our priority! We will provide thorough instructions on safe cutting and hot glue gun use.
- While hot glue provides a strong initial bond, for a super durable, washable item, we recommend optional at-home reinforcement (details provided in class).
Limited spots available! Grab your ticket today and get ready to design your perfect summer statement piece!
