Events Calendar
Applications for Reuse on the Runway are due at 11:59PM on April 30. Apply now!
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Applications for Reuse on the Runway are due at 11:59PM on April 30. Apply now! 〰️
FREE Make & Take: Origami Newspaper Seedling Pots & Paper Flower Fan
Learn to make beautiful origami newspaper seedling pots to jumpstart your spring garden for Earth Month, plus a paper flower fan to keep you cool as the weather starts heating up! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami Paper Tablets or Phone Stands
Learn to make beautiful origami paper tablet or phone stands for Earth Month! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
Arts & Craft Brews Night at Austin Beerworks: Confetti Shaker Cards
Join Austin Creative Reuse at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley for a fun night of crafting and drinking! At this hands-on event, you'll play around with confetti and other fun art supplies to create unique shaker greeting cards - all from donated materials!
All materials are provided, and each ticket includes a complimentary beer token, so you can sip and craft in style. Best of all, all supplies are rescued from the landfill by Austin Creative Reuse, a local non-profit dedicated to promoting sustainability through creative reuse. Seats are limited, so grab your tickets now and let’s craft, drink, and celebrate sustainability together!
Beverages Included: Each ticket includes one complimentary beer from Austin Beerworks Taproom, or a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice. Enjoy a drink while you create!
Crafting is open to all ages, beer tokens only for those 21+.
FREE Make & Take: Origami Paper Picture Frames/Shadowboxes
Learn to make beautiful origami picture frames or shadowboxes for Earth Month! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami Newspaper Seedling Pots
Learn to make beautiful origami newspaper seedling pots to jumpstart your spring garden for Earth Month! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
Arts & Craft Brews Night at Austin Beerworks: Foil Paper Creations
Join Austin Creative Reuse at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley for a fun night of crafting and drinking! At this hands-on event, you'll play around with foil paper to create unique cards and beautiful star decorations - all from donated materials!
All materials are provided, and each ticket includes a complimentary beer token, so you can sip and craft in style. Best of all, all supplies are rescued from the landfill by Austin Creative Reuse, a local non-profit dedicated to promoting sustainability through creative reuse. Seats are limited, so grab your tickets now and let’s craft, drink, and celebrate sustainability together!
Beverages Included: Each ticket includes one complimentary beer from Austin Beerworks Taproom, or a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice. Enjoy a drink while you create!
Crafting is open to all ages, beer tokens only for those 21+.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Wooden Spools
Recycle wooden spools and transform them into photo or memo holders or cute spring decorations!
Join Audrey (she/her) in our community space (look for the orange couch) to play with wooden spools and make a spring decoration or lovely keepsake! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 3-5:30PM to participate.
FREE Create & Donate: Postcards
Make postcards using reuse materials to be sent out to supporters of ACR! Our goal is 100 postcards - help us make that happen!
Join Sharon (she/her) in our community space (look for the orange couch) to play with reuse materials and help ACR at the same time! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-4PM to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.
Arts & Craft Brews Night at Austin Beerworks: Recycled Bouquets
Join Austin Creative Reuse at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley for a fun night of crafting and drinking! At this hands-on event, you'll create a beautiful, everlasting bouquet of flowers - all from reuse materials! Perfect for a gal pal or Valentines date.
All materials are provided, and each ticket includes a complimentary beer token, so you can sip and craft in style. Best of all, all supplies are rescued from the landfill by Austin Creative Reuse, a local non-profit dedicated to promoting sustainability through creative reuse. Seats are limited, so grab your tickets now and let’s craft, drink, and celebrate sustainability together!
Beverages Included: Each ticket includes one complimentary beer from Austin Beerworks Taproom, or a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice. Enjoy a drink while you create!
Crafting is open to all ages, beer tokens only for those 21+.
FREE Make & Take: Reuse Zinnias
Learn to make beautiful paper zinnias using reuse materials to complement your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and chopsticks or pencils can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your reuse zinnias. Perfect as a Galentine’s or Valentine’s gift!
Join Elizabeth (she/her) in our community space (look for the orange couch) to play with reuse materials and make beautiful flowers! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 3-5:30PM to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3pm to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3pm to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3pm to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3pm to participate.
Workshop: Reuse Robots
The workshop is about looking at world not as it is but what you can make it into. It is about listening to your materials tell you what to make them into. It is to see that things can be used "off label" to ascend beyond their original purpose. It is about finding out that you can reuse things in ways you did not imagine before. It is about making things and having fun.
This workshop is appropriate for ages 11+ only (yes, adults, too!).
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3pm to participate.
Arts & Craft Brews Night at Austin Beerworks: Festive Weaving
Join Austin Creative Reuse at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley for a festive night of crafting and drinking! At this hands-on event, you’ll try your hand at freestyle circular weaving. The best part is, it’s super easy to learn and incorporate all sorts of interesting textures and materials.
Beverages Included: Each ticket includes one complimentary beer from Austin Beerworks Taproom, or a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice. Enjoy a drink while you create!
Crafting is open to all ages, beer tokens only for those 21+.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3pm to participate.
Arts & Craft Brews Night at Austin Beerworks: Cross Stitch Ornaments and New Years Poppers
Join Austin Creative Reuse at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley for a festive night of crafting and drinking! This hands-on event invites you to make your very own Christmas crackers and try your hand at cross stitch with a mini, festive design. Whether you’re looking to add a fun surprise to the holiday season or add a personal touch to your holiday decor, this workshop has something for everyone.
Beverages Included: Each ticket includes one complimentary beer from Austin Beerworks Taproom, or a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice. Enjoy a drink while you create!
Crafting is open to all ages, beer tokens only for those 21+.
Workshop: Fake Cake Box Decorating
Join us for a hands-on workshop where we’ll transform up-cycled boxes and containers into stunning cake designs! In this fun and eco-friendly class, you’ll learn innovative techniques for decorating cakes using repurposed materials, all while exploring your artistic flair. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker, you’ll leave with a unique creation. Bring your imagination and let’s make delicious looking art together!
This workshop is appropriate for ages 18+ only.
FREE Make & Take: Yarn Star Ornaments
Learn how to turn yarn scraps into lightweight, beautiful star ornaments! Join Dorothy in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch). This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-2pm to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3pm to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3pm to participate.
FREE Make & Take: Origami
Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.
Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3pm to participate.
Workshop: Sustainable Sculpting: Pugs
Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you'll learn to sculpt adorable pugs out of polymer clay! Led by an experienced instructor Joan Cabarrus, you’ll discover how to use affordable, sustainable alternatives to traditional tools, showcasing household items that can help you shape and detail your creation. Not only will you leave with a cute pug figurine, but you’ll also gain valuable tips on how to craft sustainably!
This workshop is appropriate for ages 11 and up (yes, adults too!).
Workshop: Print Your Own Wrapping Paper
Join us for this for this fun project and design your own wrapping paper! Creating your own wrapping paper can be such a delightful and personalized touch for any gift.
You can customize the design to suit any occasion or recipient, whether it's birthdays, holidays, or special events. Plus, it adds a personal touch to your gifts. Learn how to use various techniques such as printing, stamping, or hand-drawing to create unique patterns and designs!
This workshop is appropriate for ages 11+ only.