DATE: Friday 14th August

TIMES: 10am – 12:30pm

Create colourful, dynamic prints with hand-carved printing blocks. Join Ahista Stories for BYOF (Bring Your Own Fabric) Block Printing, where you'll have access to a variety of traditional hand-carved wooden blocks from Sindh, Pakistan and non-toxic fabric inks to print on clothes or linen you already own. You'll get a taste of the rich heritage of Sindhi block printing and the importance of keeping low-emission printing and upcycling techniques alive. This workshop includes: An introductory talk on fashion's waste crisis access to hand-carved wooden blocks inspired by nature and Islamic art support with design ideas guidance on aftercare This workshop is suitable for participants who have some experience with block printing or similar crafts, and participants are encouraged to bring their own cotton or linen items to print on.

Materials Provided: All materials provided.

Materials Required: Students are encouraged to bring their own cotton or linen items to print on.

Tutor Bio:

Ahista Stories is a South Asian sustainable fashion community exploring the relationship between clothing, culture and climate justice. Founded in the UK, the organisation brings people together through workshops, talks, live events and collective action, creating space to reflect on fashion, heritage and more sustainable ways of living.

Rooted in the principles of slow fashion, Ahista Stories celebrates traditional South Asian clothing and craft practices while encouraging mindful approaches to making, mending and reuse. Through hands-on workshops and community events, the organisation supports creativity, connection and learning, creating welcoming spaces that centre cultural heritage, sustainability and collective care.