Make an artist apron out of an old shirt

In Newham, and elsewhere, when an apprentice started their apprenticeship making an apron would be one of the first things they would do. Clothes were expensive, uniforms for jobs were rare- so protecting your clothes was very important. An apprentice paid for the privilege, but your master would not usually pay for any clothing you needed.

In this workshop, you can bring a favourite but unloved shirt or pick from a collection of men’s shirts provided, and transform it into a useful and trendy cross-back artist apron.

Tools are provided. No experience is necessary.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK

• You must live in Newham and provide a Newham postcode on booking
• You must be over 18 years of age
• If you are unable to make it, please do let us know as early as possible as there is a waiting list.
• You will be contacted 5 days before the workshop via email, you must confirm your space within 24 hours of the email otherwise your spot will go to the waiting list