Amish Knot Workshop

416 26th Street,Oakland CA 94612

27 March, 2022

Description

Upcycle fabric strips and plastic bags into Amish knot mats of all sizes and textures. Come learn the Amish knot technique! We will Upcycle fabric strips into mats of varied sizes, shapes, and textures. All materials supplied by the instructor, and you’re welcome to bring your own textiles too. ASL interpreters and SSPs for this event provided by Tarjan Center@UCLA Ability Central Philanthropy. Class taught by RPSCollective member and passionate upcycler, Leslie Colón, photographer,collage-maker and designer of wearables. Class limit: 16 Sliding scale: $45 - 30. Any questions: contact [email protected] This event takes place in the gallery space of Warehouse 416, 416-26th Street between Telegraph and Broadway, 6 blocks from 19st Bart station with plenty of free street parking on Sundays. **We require proof of vaccination or a negative test in the past 72 hours to participate in all of our indoor activities. Masks required. Rock Paper Scissors Collective (RPSC) is a member-directed, all volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that fosters creativity and collaboration in order to strengthen local communities, encourage sustainable practices, and explore alternative models. We promote the sharing of ideas, skills, and resources through the celebration of art, craft, education, and performance. RPSC currently realizes this mission through low-cost art workshops, curated and open-call gallery exhibitions, retail of handmade and independently produced goods, pop-ups, a variety of community events, and youth involvement. In 2021, we are thrilled to open our new storefront at 2120 MLK, at the corner of MLK and 22nd St. Come say hello!