​🌟Event Introduction

​Are you struggling with a closet full of items that no longer align with your sense of style? Perhaps you have a costume party on the horizon or you simply want to tap into your crafty side?

​Introducing "Let's Be EXTRA ThriftFlip: Reinvent + Reduce", a fun up-cycling workshop that encourages self-expression and creativity through your wardrobe... while also keeping garments out of landfills and potentially avoiding that cheap fast fashion purchase!

​Led by Irene Fernández, the creator of @letsbeextra_nyc, this workshop is designed to inspire and guide you to transform that thrift find or neglected item from your closet into a unique piece that reflects your personality.

​During the workshop, she will walk you through a simple craft technique that she personally uses to reinvent her garments. She will also provide tips and tricks that you can apply independently, empowering you to continue your up-cycling journey beyond the workshop.

​Let's Be EXTRA together and collaborate to spice up your style while contributing to a planet with a bit less waste!

​​🎨As an attendee, you will learn...

​Inspiration, tips, and tricks for up-cycling your wardrobe, along with a simple craft technique that you can use to revitalize your garments.

​🌈​Who is the Workshop For?

​Anyone old enough to work with glue and that wants to be creative with their wardrobe!

​​🎨Workshop Itinerary

​Showcasing 3 different up-cycling approaches Irene has previously done first to showcase inspiration, creative process, and purpose.

​The last approach will be used as the featured crafting technique.

​Craft alongside Irene and walk away with an upcycled piece all your own!

​​👑Meet the host Irene Fernández

​Irene Fernández is a color-obsessed creative with a passion for bold style, design, and anything theatrical. She is the creator and curator of Let's Be EXTRA, a collection of colorful thrift and handmade accessories inspired by the glitz and glamour of divas, theater, and drag. All her inventory is carefully selected or created to bring you unique, eye-catching pieces that are sure to make a statement wherever you go. She also supplies personal styling services and takes custom headpiece commissions. Follow us @letsbeextra_nyc and unleash your inner diva with us!

​🎉Irene is excited to connect with you!

​​"I always enjoy connecting with other creatives, but this particularly excites me because it's connection through inspiration. And looking forward to potentially meeting other individuals that are super into crafting, up-cycling, and costuming as well!"