Plastic Workshop

Join Green Hive for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to create functional and beautiful objects using recycled plastics. This event is perfect for anyone passionate about sustainability, creativity, and practical skills. Here’s what you can expect to gain from the workshop:

Explore Materials

• Understand Plastics: Learn about different types of recycled plastics, such as PET, HDPE, and PVC, and how their properties influence what you can create.

• Sourcing Materials: Discover where to find recycled plastics, including community initiatives and local recycling centres.

• Safety First: Get guidance on staying safe while working with plastics, including ventilation tips and using protective gear.

Get Equipped

• Tools in Action: Familiarise yourself with tools like saws, drills, and sanders, as well as specialised equipment like heat guns and plastic welders, and our sheet press machine.

• Work Area Setup: See how to create a safe and organised workspace for plastic-based projects.

Design and Create

• Sketch and Plan: Learn how to draft ideas and take precise measurements to bring your designs to life.

• Build and Finish: Explore techniques for cutting, shaping, joining, and polishing recycled plastics to create high-quality, durable items.

Project Inspiration

During the workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to create or design bespoke projects such as:

• Outdoor Benches: Build sturdy and sustainable seating using recycled plastic lumber.

• Planters: Craft unique containers for your garden or indoor spaces.

• Small Furniture: Design functional items like tables or storage solutions.

Connect with Community

• Collaborate: Work alongside like-minded participants and Green Hive’s experienced team to share ideas and learn together.

• Inspire Change: Discover how these skills can support sustainability efforts in your community through workshops, collaborative projects, and awareness campaigns.

By the end of the session, you’ll walk away with new skills, creative ideas, and possibly even a finished project to take home. Join us to make a difference and explore the endless possibilities of working with recycled plastics.