We’re excited to host the Kits House Clothes Swap on Saturday, November 29 from 12:00–2:00 PM in the Community Hall — but we need your help to make it a success!
This event is more than just a chance to refresh your wardrobe — it’s about coming together as neighbours to reduce waste, share resources, and build community.
In addition to the swap itself, we’ll also be hosting two hands-on workshops focused on creative reuse: a Sustainable Gift Bag Making Workshop and a Visible Mending with Embroidery Workshop.
Delia’s Mexican Bites will be selling Mexican Baked goods. Delia created her business with the support of Flavours of Hope — a non-profit social enterprise that envisions newcomer women flourishing and experiencing belonging through cooking, storytelling, community-building, and entrepreneurship.
ENTRY FEE: $5
$5 entry gets you 3 tickets, which can be exchanged for 3 items.
Extra tickets available to purchase: 1 ticket = 1 item.
How to Participate
Step One: Donate Your Clothes
Before the swap begins, we’re collecting clean, gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories for adults and kids. Your donations will help stock the swap and ensure there’s something for everyone to choose from.
Drop-Off Times at Kits House
- Nov 19 | –
- Nov 20 | –
- Nov 22 | –
- Nov 25 | –
- Nov 27 | –
Please note: No donations will be accepted on the day of the event.
Donors will receive swap tickets and get early access to the event — first pick of the items!
Step Two: Join the Swap
Come by on Saturday, November 29 to browse, connect, and find something new-to-you. Whether you’re looking for a fresh outfit or a thoughtful gift, swapping is a sustainable and budget-friendly way to do it.
Step Three: Sign Up for Workshops
Sustainable Gift Bag Making Workshop
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Join us for a hands-on, eco-friendly workshop where you’ll learn to make beautiful reusable fabric gift bags — just in time for the holiday season! Sewing machines and materials will be provided, or feel free to bring your own machine.
This workshop is open to all skill levels (no sewing experience needed). You’ll leave with practical skills and handmade gift bags ready to use or share.
Happening alongside our Clothes Swap, this event supports a more sustainable, connected community by repurposing fabric and sharing gently used clothing.
Come for the creativity, stay for the community — and leave with something beautiful and useful!
Visible Mending with Embroidery Workshop
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Fee: $10 (all materials provided)
Give your clothes a second life while learning the art of visible mending through embroidery! In this creative, hands-on workshop led by artist Sadie Gilker, you’ll explore how embroidery can repair and personalize worn garments in expressive ways.
You’ll learn embroidery techniques for mending, including reinforcing fabric, covering holes, and adding decorative stitching that celebrates the story of your clothing.
This event furthers our commitment to environmental sustainability and reducing textile waste — one stitch at a time.
