Terrazzo Cement and Plastic Upcycling Workshop // 60€

Terrazzo cement and plastic

Every decision we make in our daily lives somehow affects the world around us - the community, the environment and living beings.

Change begins in our thoughts, then in our homes and finally in our lifestyles.

Terrazzo is a robust material made from a mixture of ground minerals such as marble, granite or quartz and cement. In this case, we're going to replace the minerals with upcycled plastic.

What we're going to do:

Each participant will create a utility object made from cement and plastic. The object could be a vase, a pen container or a coaster.

We'll learn about the characteristics of the materials used and how to make a mold to make the final piece. We'll also talk a little about the creative process and how we can use so many objects and materials around us to create unique pieces.

What we'll learn and experience:

- Part design

- Designing a mold

- Mold techniques

- Materials and their characteristics

- Part color and finish

Material included:

Cement, sand, acrylic, spoons, containers, sandpaper, scales, sealer, cardboard, white glue, rubber strips, wooden bases, particle masks, gloves (Tables, chairs, water, and protections for the tables).

Materials needed:

Each participant should bring 1 or several pieces of plastic that are easily broken - these can be toys, lids, containers.

Duration:

2 hours

Maximum number of participants: 10 people

Cost: 60€

Mentor: Melanie Alves

Registration and more information: melanie.palves@gmail.com