The annual hit Trashion Fashion Runway Show returns for its 10th Anniversary on Saturday, April 4th – Prizes and winners will be announced at the “Trash Bash,” on Saturday, April 11th – And in between is a week of Creative Waste Mangement opportunities!
Trashion Applications are Here!!! Click below…
TRASHION FASHION SHOW Application Form, Due: March 2nd
Don’t miss out on: 
TRASHION DESIGN CLASS FOR KIDS & TEENS
Feb 22 & 29 and March 14 & 21,
10:00AM-1:00PM
Sonoma Community Center
126 First Street West, Sonoma, CA 95476
This class is for young designers ages 9-17 who want to participate in the April 4th Trashion Runway Show and would like a space to collaborate and create OR don’t know where to start. Under the guidance of Fiber Department Head, Eric Jackson and team, students will receive 12 hours of studio time to prepare for the runway show. The enrollment fee includes the $20 runway show entry fee. Space is limited, early enrollment is encouraged. Students are asked to bring in materials that speak to them. The materials must have been previously used, rescued from the trash/recycling bin, or purchased at a thrift store. Tools and other recycled materials and supplies will be provided.
Instructor: Eric Jackson
$140 ($126 members)
Level: Beginning +
Age: 9-17
REGISTER HERE
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"BARBIE: Reclaimed & Reinvented" EXHIBIT AND SILENT AUCTION, April 2nd - 11th
Opening Reception: Thursday, April 2nd from 5:30-7:30pm
Gallery 212, Sonoma Community Center
126 First Street West, Sonoma, CA 95476
$1 Admission
During the full Week of Trashion “Barbie: Reclaimed & Reinvented,” will be on exhibit in Gallery 212 at the Sonoma Community Center. The exhibit includes a silent auction of the dozens of cast off Barbies rescued from local thrift stores and recycling plants repurposed and dressed in tiny trash couture by local artists. The dolls will be available for sale as well.
The exhibit will remain open through April 11th and will include the Trashion Week “Trash Bash” Party – Saturday, April 11th at the Sonoma Community Center where final Barbie bids will be made, Dogs o the Catwalk will premiere, and winners of the Trashion Fashion Show will be announced.
THE 10th ANNUAL TRASHION FASHION RUNWAY SHOW - Saturday, April 4th
(*Check back at the end of February for Tickets sales)
- 3 pm Matinee
- 7 pm Evening Show (with an Anniversary Reception from 6-7 pm)
Sonoma Veterans Memorial Hall
126 First Street West, Sonoma, CA 95476
The annual hit Trashion Fashion Runway Show returns! Original and outrageous wearable art is created from recycled materials and cast off junk and then paraded down the catwalk for everyone’s enjoyment.
Prizes and winners will be announced at the Trashion “Trash Bash” Saturday, April 11th at which surprise Runway Challenges will occur, Dogs on the Catwalk will premiere, and Trashion outfits, photos, and accessories from the 10 years of Sonoma Trashion will be on display.
UPCYCLE YOUR FAVORITE BAG - Monday, April 6th
5:30-8:30PM
Sonoma Community Center
126 First Street West, Sonoma, CA 95476
Do you have a reusable bag, backpack, or purse at the back of your closet that needs a bit of a lift? Meet your local maker Rachael and join her in exploring fun and creative methods for breathing new life into that worn but favorite bag. Thinking about your bag as a blank canvas, you will have the opportunity to play with her treasure trove of interesting materials and curiosities to create something new! The workshop will include a basic embroidery demo, information on adhering different materials, and using embellishments.
Students should bring their own bag(s) if available. Other bags will be provided. Materials list available HERE.
Instructor: Rachel Staudt
$50 ($45 members)
Level: Beginning +
Age: 13+
REGISTER HERE
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PET LOVER'S TRASHION DESIGN CLASS - Tuesday, April 7th
5:30-8:30PM
Sonoma Community Center
126 First Street West, Sonoma, CA 95476
Would you like to make a look for your furry one, but unsure how to go about it? Or would you and your pet like to walk the “Dogs on the Catwalk” Trashion Show April 11th? This class will provide inspiration and guidance for you to to transform unconventional materials into walking outfits for your pets. Owners will also have the opportunity to create companion accessories and looks to go with their pets’.
The class enrollment fee includes the $25 fee to enter the “Dogs on the Catwalk” Trashion show for pets. Students are asked to bring in materials that speak to them. The materials must have been previously used, rescued from the trash/recycling bin, or purchased at a thrift store. Tools and other recycled materials and supplies will be provided.
Instructor: Eric Jackson
$35 ($30 members)
Level: Beginning +
Age: 9+
REGISTER HERE
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FASCINATING FLOURISHES WITH SAREE SECONDS - Thursday, April 9th
5:30-8:30PM
Sonoma Community Center
126 First Street West, Sonoma, CA 95476
Using saris and applique fabric from India that originally are used for couture fashion, we will create a dramatic and elegant accessory piece or garment of your choice. Come upcycle with rare decorative fabrics.
Instructor: Kaitlin McComb
$45 ($40 members)
Level: Intermediate +
Age: 18 +
REGISTER HERE
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DOGS ON THE CATWALK & "TRASH BASH!" - Saturday, April 11th
Dog Runway Show: 11:30am
Sonoma Community Center
126 First Street West, Sonoma, CA 95476
Free Admission
Sonoma’s own Trashion Fashion contest and show for pets! This free event open to the community will showcase pet-friendly original creations from recycled materials of course! Owners may dress up as well. Winners will be awarded and PetsLifeline will be on hand to offer adoption opportunities.
All well-behaved canines and owners are invited to participate in Dogs on the Catwalk – Sonoma’s only Trashion Show for dogs.
“TRASH BASH” & 10TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY
Sonoma Community Center
126 First Street West, Sonoma, CA 95476
12 noon – 3:00PM (Schedule of events to come)
Free Admission
Come party like it’s your 10th Birthday! And don’t miss this event where it all comes together – Final Barbie bids will be made, surprise Runway Challenges will occur, Dogs on the Catwalk will premiere, Trashion outfits, photos, and accessories from the 10 years of Sonoma Trashion will be on display, and winners of the Trashion Fashion Shows will be announced and awarded prizes. Save the Date! Food, drinks, dancing, recycled crafts and so much more!
