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Turn a thrifted tee into wearable art in a 90-minute Chicago studio class. This hands-on BYOT (bring-your-own-tee) workshop teaches screen printing basics with premade screens and expert instruction—no experience required.
Turn a thrifted tee into wearable art in a 90-minute Chicago studio class. This hands-on BYOT (bring-your-own-tee) workshop teaches screen printing basics with premade screens and expert instruction—no experience required.
Stretching an old tee over a table, the studio hums with the steady rhythm of ink being pulled across mesh screens. Natural light from a storefront window catches flecks of pigment; a volunteer line of stencil designs waits like a small city of shapes. In ninety minutes, participants turn a thrifted or well-loved shirt into wearable art — bold, graphic, and unmistakably Chicago-made.
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Operated by Remade In Chicago · Chicago, Illinois
Stretching an old tee over a table, the studio hums with the steady rhythm of ink being pulled across mesh screens. Natural light from a storefront window catches flecks of pigment; a volunteer line of stencil designs waits like a small city of shapes. In ninety minutes, participants turn a thrifted or well-loved shirt into wearable art — bold, graphic, and unmistakably Chicago-made.
Remade in Chicago sits inside the city’s long tradition of hands-on craft and textile work. The region’s industrial past and proximity to Lakeshore mills left a legacy of fabric trade and repair culture; today that lineage finds new life in upcycling and DIY studios. Geology is subtle here — flat lakeplain streets that direct the city’s creative energy into compact, walkable neighborhoods where vintage shops and mural alleys cluster.
The class mixes practical instruction with immediate results: instructors demonstrate ink-mixing, screen registration, and the pull stroke, then coach you while you print. No prior experience needed; accessibility features mean most participants can take part comfortably. Expect to learn a few basics about screen prep and ink care but not full darkroom-level screen building.
Plan to bring a clean, cotton-rich tee or sweatshirt and wear clothes you don’t mind ink on. Allow extra time for ink to cure (follow studio guidance) and for transit — Chicago transit stops nearby. The workshop is ideal for a creative afternoon, a low-key date, or a hands-on intro to textile crafts. Book early for weekend slots and check cancellation policies for flexibility.
easy.
1.5 hours.
No special fitness required; accessible to most mobility levels
No—this beginner-focused workshop uses premade screens and step-by-step coaching; prior experience is unnecessary.
Bring shirts made of cotton or cotton blends for best ink adhesion; very stretchy synthetics may not take ink well.
Inks may need additional curing or heat-setting; the studio will advise drying times and any aftercare steps required.
Yes—Remade in Chicago lists wheelchair accessibility and stroller-friendly surfaces; contact the studio for specific accessibility accommodations.
Chicago’s textile and garment trades grew from its 19th–20th century industrial base; contemporary upcycling studios build on that craft legacy by repairing and repurposing clothing.
The workshop promotes reuse by encouraging guests to print on existing garments, reducing demand for new textiles and lowering apparel waste.
Remade In Chicago operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Stretching an old tee over a table, the studio hums with the steady rhythm of ink being pulled across mesh screens. Natural light from a storefront window catches flecks of pigment; a volunteer line of stencil designs waits like a small city of shapes. In ninety minutes, participants turn a thrifted or well-loved shirt into wearable art — bold, graphic, and unmistakably Chicago-made.
Stretching an old tee over a table, the studio hums with the steady rhythm of ink being pulled across mesh screens. Natural light from a storefront window catches flecks of pigment; a volunteer line of stencil designs waits like a small city of shapes. In ninety minutes, participants turn a thrifted or well-loved shirt into wearable art — bold, graphic, and unmistakably Chicago-made.
Remade in Chicago sits inside the city’s long tradition of hands-on craft and textile work. The region’s industrial past and proximity to Lakeshore mills left a legacy of fabric trade and repair culture; today that lineage finds new life in upcycling and DIY studios. Geology is subtle here — flat lakeplain streets that direct the city’s creative energy into compact, walkable neighborhoods where vintage shops and mural alleys cluster.
The class mixes practical instruction with immediate results: instructors demonstrate ink-mixing, screen registration, and the pull stroke, then coach you while you print. No prior experience needed; accessibility features mean most participants can take part comfortably. Expect to learn a few basics about screen prep and ink care but not full darkroom-level screen building.
Plan to bring a clean, cotton-rich tee or sweatshirt and wear clothes you don’t mind ink on. Allow extra time for ink to cure (follow studio guidance) and for transit — Chicago transit stops nearby. The workshop is ideal for a creative afternoon, a low-key date, or a hands-on intro to textile crafts. Book early for weekend slots and check cancellation policies for flexibility.