Get Punk’d
- Words by Peppermint
Sydneysiders: time to get your craft on this weekend at The Powerhouse Museum’s special Craft Punk event. A series of workshops driven by an upcycling theme will immerse you in everything from the art of Japanese cloth wrapping to revamped knitwear and Pacific Island jewellery. Check the Craft Punk website for booking and timetabling details, and mark DIY firmly in your diaries as you drape, coil and decorate your way to crafty nirvana!
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