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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.
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.
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.