Clothes Swap at Edendale
Description
A clothes swap (or clothing exchange) is a great way to find new-to-you items for your wardrobe, and to reduce the amount of clothing that ends up in landfill. Clothes swaps provide not only a sustainable alternative to buying new clothes but also promotes community engagement and social interaction. It is a fun way to refresh your wardrobe, discover new styles and connect with others who share an interest in sustainable fashion.
What do I bring?
Bring up to 5 items that you no longer want but would be happy to lend to your friend to wear (good condition - no rips or tears or underwear please). You can bring clothing, shoes or accessories (like handbags and belts). When you drop them off at a table on site you will receive up to 5 tokens (one for each item you bring) that you can then use to purchase your new items.
How will the event run?
We ask participants to first register interest, then on the day drop your clothing or accessories off from 11:30am - 12:30pm. We will then have light refreshments in the Macey room and a presentation that will start at 12pm on Textile Waste to educate and inspire our audience, facilitated by a representative from A Fitting Connection. Then between 12:30pm - 2pm, we will have the clothes swap event in the Mummery room, where you get to pick your new wardrobe to take home with you!
Please note: For those interested in staying on, there is a Trash and Slash workshop onsite that goes from 2-4pm. Contact us to find out more!
Image courtesy of Zero Waste Victoria.
Event partner of the National Sustainable Living Festival 2024.
What you will learn
- Overproduction, the problems with textile waste and the issues around fashion fads
What you will get
- Participants will get the chance to connect with others who share an interest in sustainable fashion. A fun way to refresh your wardrobe, discover new styles and get the chance to pick up to 5 new-to-you items to take home with you!
While there is some parking available at the front of Edendale we would encourage you to investigate some more sustainable transport options including:
- Riding your bike
- Public Transport
- Walking
- Car pooling
Some overflow parking may be available at Eltham North playground
What to bring
- Weather dependent clothes
What to wear
Casual, closed shoes
Appropriate for
Community members interested in sustainable fashion
Edendale is a small working farm on 7 hectares of land adjacent to the Diamond Creek in Eltham.
We are open 7 days a week 9.30 to 4.30 with the exception of Christmas Day. Entry to the farm is by a Gold Coin Donation into one of our donation boxes around the farm.
Edendale's purpose is to provide an interactive community and education centre to support sustainable living practices for the whole community.
Edendale offers:
- Local native plant nursery
- Preschool and school education programs
- Community sustainability workshops
- Family activities and events
- Cafe Eden and spaces for picnics
- Close proximity to Eltham North adventure playground reserve
- Volunteer opportunities
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
You may cancel anytime before class starts and claim a full refund or transfer or credit note.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
Terms & Conditions
Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Edendale Farm or organised by Edendale Farm must agree to these terms and conditions.
1.) LIABILITY WAIVER
I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Edendale Farm
2.) PHOTO & VIDEO
I agree to give Edendale Farm unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs, videos or recordings taken at Edendale Farm classes and events or on Edendale Farm premises. (For use of Edendale Farm marketing materials).
Photos and videos recordings will not be taken of children without written permission from parents or guardians.
3.) REFUNDS
Edendale Farm requires 72 hours notice in writing prior to the class commencing for a refund, transfer or credit.
4.) CANCELLATIONS
In the event that a class is cancelled by Edendale Farm, students will be notified via text message or email and entitled to a full refund, transfer or credit.