First Saturdays at Future Front — No. 1
Explore sustainable fashion and upcycling with Lucid Voyage.
On Saturday, February 12, our current resident creative Veronica Hood of Lucid Voyage Boutique is hosting a special workshop and free pop-up shop exploring sustainability and upcycling.
You can RSVP for one or both. 100% open-air and outdoors. Human-friendly. Dog-friendly. All are welcome. 👋
*This event was originally planned for February 5 but was postponed due to inclement weather.
WHAT TO EXPECT
12 TO 1:30 PM — UPCYCLING WORKSHOP —
Starting at 12 PM CT, Veronica Hood of Lucid Voyage will lead you through a crash course in upcycling your wardrobe. During the workshop Veronica will demonstrate a handful of beginner friendly upcycling techniques, all easily completed by hand sewing. If you have no idea how to thread a needle, don’t worry—Veronica will be there to answer any questions you may have.
Upcycling techniques you'll learn:
cropping garments
embellishing
adding flare to a hem with feathers and fringe
patchwork detailing
changing buttons
What comes with your workshop registration:
Access to the open-air, outdoor workshop
Access to Veronica's second-hand trimmings and sewing supplies
A custom portrait from Lucid Voyage photographer Collin Findlay of you and your upcycled look
What you need to bring:
For this workshop you will want to bring an item from your closet that you have thought about saying goodbye to, but would like to show a bit more love.
2 TO 5 PM — OPEN STUDIO + SUSTAINABLE FASHION POP-UP SHOP
From 2 to 5 PM CT, the Future Front headquarters will be open for a happy hour and pop-up shop with Lucid Voyage. Whether you attend the workshop or not, come by to discuss sustainable fashion, styling and custom design creation with Veronica, as well as bask in a little sunshine. Drinks and DJ'd vibes provided. All are welcome.
HOW TO ATTEND
The workshop from 12 to 1:30 PM CT requires a $10 donation, and the pop-up shop from 2 to 5 PM CT is entirely free. When you RSVP, you have the option to donate to our work. Every pledge made with your ticket will directly benefit the administration of our Creative Future of Texas Fund, a micro-grants program for emerging creatives and small business owners in Texas.
PREPARE YOUR VISIT TO THE FUTURE FRONT HQ
We’re located at 916 Springdale Road Trailer No. 3 within the Canopy Austin Complex. Our trailer is catty-corner to Building 4, which is located within the back parking lot behind Sa-Ten.
WHERE TO PARK: Canopy has a large parking lot and is accessible by bus line. Carpool, if you can!
WHAT TO DO: Our headquarters is located within Canopy Austin, which is a larger creative complex featuring creative businesses, art studios and more. Explore the property while stopping by our trailer.
WHAT TO EAT/DRINK: We'll have a small pop-up bar featuring some of our partners, and there are multiple snack/brunch spots within walking distance, including OMG Squee and Sa-Ten.
OUR COVID-19 GUIDELINES:
We offer some lovely virtual options for those uncomfortable gathering in-person.
IRL event capacity is limited at all of our spaces to reduce crowding of any kind.
All of our IRL events will be held in outdoor and open-air spaces.
All guests at FFTX spaces are required to practice mutual respect and social distancing.
All guests are expected to follow APH’s Stage 5 Guidelines, including:
Fully vaccinated individuals should wear a mask when indoors and unable to socially distance.
Partially or unvaccinated individuals should avoid inessential activities at this time and are not encouraged to attend.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTES — Our HQ is wheelchair-accessible, and ASL interpreters can be provided upon request. Si necesita traducción al español para participar en este evento, envíenos un correo electrónico a hello@futurefronttexas.org.
GOT QUESTIONS? Shoot us a note at hello@futurefronttexas.org. We're happy to help and will get back to you!
MEET THE PRODUCERS, FUTURE FRONT
Future Front is a 501c3 nonprofit, homegrown in Austin, Texas. We nurture spaces where women and LGBTQ+ creatives, founders and leaders can grow together. Currently, we produce The Front Market and Festival, host year-round workshops and meet-ups, as well as create resources for resilience in creative industries. You’re invited to join us, of course.