The Repair Tent

At the Repair Tent, you’ll learn how to repair or enhance old or damaged clothing. Using simple embroidery techniques, we’ll work together to fix holes and tears so your favorite sweater, pants, or bag can last even longer. You can also try lino cutting and design your own stamp to print on clothing. By transforming clothes instead of throwing them away, you'll build a stronger connection with what you wear – and take a step towards more sustainable consumption.

The Repair Tent is organized by O-Swap, an initiative from the student platform Usva Normally, the O-Swap committee hosts two swap events per year, where clothes, books, and other items change owners. This special edition at Noorderzon focuses on a different, more sustainable approach to your wardrobe: not swapping, but repairing and beautifying.