Ditch Plastic Wrap: Turn Scrap Textiles into Reusable Food Wrap
What to Expect:
Prepare to roll up your sleeves and get creative! During this meetup, we'll harness the power of upcycling by repurposing textile scraps into practical and eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastics. Together, we'll learn how to craft reusable food wraps that are not only functional but also contribute to reducing waste in our environment.
Goals of the Meetup:
The goals of this meetup are clear:
- Upcycle textile scraps to give them a new life and purpose.
- Take a stand against single-use plastics by creating reusable alternatives.
- Promote the importance of reusability and sustainability in our daily lives.
Preferred Day/Time:
Join us on Tuesday, May 21, from 6 PM to 9 PM for an evening of creativity and environmental stewardship.
Duration & Occurrence:
Back by popular demand! This meetup is part of a Plastics/Reuse series that will occur every month on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. So mark your calendars and make a commitment to join us in our ongoing efforts to make a positive impact on our planet.
Please note: This is a limited space event, so if you registered, but can no longer make it, please let us know so we can admit others on the waitlist.
Let's come together to turn scraps into something meaningful and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. See you there!
770 Chapel Street
New Haven, CT 06510
United States
Meetup Reservation | $5.00 |
Instructor or Event Lead

Young Le
She/Her/HersAreas: Entrepreneurship, Startups & Business, Plastics, Textiles
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Our facilities undergo periodic reviews to maximize ADA compliance. We offer accessible bathrooms, elevators, and wide walkways. In tool usage, we aim for universal access and work individually to adapt tools for safe usage as necessary. If you anticipate needing an adaptation to participate in this event or have further questions, please contact us at events@makehaven.org.