Waste Not, Create A Lot
Wabi Sabi Upcycling is your community makerspace, with a focus on environmental stewardship and accessibility.
Our mission is to empower our community to creatively reuse and recycle materials through accessible tools, education, and a welcoming space.
Join our community workshops and discover the joy of upcycling while making a positive impact on the environment.
Materials, Tools, and Equipment
We work with materials that are generally free and accessible. Everyone should have the ability to create, repair, and reuse.
Classes and Events
Join us to learn more about how to make something useful, fun, and creative out of your discard. Send less to the landfill, and learn valuable new skills.
Join Our Community
Early access members can attend any of our classes without paying a registration fee, get special access to the Member Resources channel in our Discord server, and will have full access to our workspace when we acquire a permanent physical home.
Join the Upcycling Movement
Support Our Mission
Wabi Sabi Upcycling would not exist without the generous support of our community. Your contributions help us to purchase new tools and equipment for our community and pay for administrative costs. We are entirely volunteer based, and every cent that we receive goes directly to operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wabi Sabi Upcycling?
Wabi Sabi Upcycling is a 501(c)3 nonprofit makerspace using discarded and recyclable items as raw materials. We host classes teaching the community how to make the most of their unwanted goods, turning them into creative and practical new household items.
What types of classes do you offer?
We offer a variety of classes focused on upcycling techniques and DIY projects.
What does Wabi Sabi Mean?
Wabi-sabi is the Japanese philosophy and aesthetic that finds beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness, encouraging appreciation for the natural and rustic qualities of things that have been aged, worn, or are imperfect. At Wabi Sabi Upcycling, we believe in finding usefulness and beauty in what is generally considered to be garbage. Broken and used things that are destined for the landfill find new life.
Is there a fee for classes?
Our classes have a small fee for non-members to attend to cover costs of materials. We strive to make our programs accessible to everyone in the community.
How can I get involved?
You can get involved by attending our workshops, volunteering, or donating materials. We welcome anyone interested in learning about upcycling and sustainability, and we encourage community participation in our events and classes.
How can I donate materials to Wabi Sabi Upcycling?
You can donate materials by bringing them to our drop off location inside the Crafton Public Library during open hours or contacting us to arrange a drop-off. We accept a wide range of recyclable items and appreciate your support in promoting sustainability.