Clothing Swaps London

Free Photoshoot Swap: Shoreditch Streets 📸

Our first meetup! We’ll start at Old Street Station and walk around Shoreditch, shooting against its street art, colourful walls and urban spots. **📍 Meet:** Old Street Station **🕑 Time:** 2:00 PM **⏱ Duration:** 2 hours, and we can stay longer if the vibe is good **Before you come** * Charge your camera or phone. * Wear an outfit you’d like to be shot in (bring a second one if you want variety). * Save a few reference shots of the looks you’re after. * Wear comfy shoes, as we’ll be walking. Running late or can’t find us? Drop a message in the event chat. See you there! 🎬

Book shop exploring (Brixton → Dulwich Park)

In the digital age💻📡📱, do you still like getting a physical book to read? Where do you buy them? Amazon? Waterstone? Blackstone? How about join us for a bookshop crawl, let's try to find some hidden gems of independent bookshops. (Or just tag along for a chat😁) Find out more book shops to try, this time we will be heading down to south London. We will meet at Brixton tube station, then walk towards Dulwich Park. There will be 4-5 book shops in total, never been to most of them, so it will be some new experience for me as well. Upon finishing, we can find somewhere to sit and chat about books. The two hour time is just a guidance, some shops take longer and some are less. If you ever want to stay in one shop for longer (I know, been there, done that😂) feel free to do so, you can join us at other shops. (See itinerary below) Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with any of the shops, so you are not obliged to buy any books, just get whatever you like. *** 📚💃🏼 📖💃🏿☕️ ITINERARY ☕️💃🏾🍷💃🏻🍴📚 We will all meet up at Brixton Station. Don't worry if you are late, join us in along the walks. Then the tour shall begin! 1: BookMongers Address: 439 Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8LN 2: Round Table Books Address: Brixton Village, 97 Granville Arcade, Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PS (\~15mins walking distance) 3: Herne Hill Books Address: 289 Railton Rd, London SE24 0LY 4: Oxfam Bookshop Herne Hill Address: 9 Half Moon Ln, London SE24 9JU (\~15mins walking distance) 5: Village Books Address: 1D Calton Ave, London SE21 7DE *** Wow, you made it, hopefully you have found some books that will make you happy🎈🎉✨. For people who likes to have more socials or talk more about books (or just to show off your purchases😆), we can find some place for a cup of coffee or a late lunch. Depends on the weather and people's interests, we can either go to Dulwich Park or Dulwich Picture Gallery or just a café. *** There is a WhatsApp group for contact: TBA

Balancers Community Volunteering - Clothing Distribution

Hi Balancers, We believe community is about more than meeting new people. It's also about showing up for those who need support. As part of our ongoing partnership with Refugee Community Kitchen, we're inviting you to join us for a different kind of volunteering session. This time, we’re joining **Refugee Community Kitchen (RCK)** at their Goodge Street service to provide essential clothing to people who need it. 👕 **HOW IT WORKS** We’ll meet at **6:00 PM in front of the Dominion Theatre**. From there, we’ll cross the road to Primark and split into small groups. Each group will be given a few essential clothing items to find and buy. Once we’re done, we’ll walk about **5 minutes to Goodge Street**, join the RCK service and distribute the clothing while their team serves food. ♻️ **HAVE CLOTHES YOU DON’T USE ANYMORE?** You’re also welcome to bring a **small amount of clean, good-condition clothing** that you no longer use and would be happy to donate. Please only bring a few items, as we have **very limited storage space** and may not be able to take large bags of clothes. **🍻 AFTER VOLUNTEERING** For anyone who wants to stick around, we’ll head to a nearby pub for a drink after the session. A chance to relax, chat and get to know each other a little better. 💷 **CHIPPING IN** We’ll collect contributions from the group and use the full amount to buy the clothing that evening. If you can, **bring some cash** — but there’s absolutely no pressure to contribute much. Even **£1 helps**, and you’re just as welcome to volunteer regardless of how much you contribute. 💬 **Join our Volunteer WhatsApp group for updates and coordination:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hzm7P7Tr0QD92MnwmpHTVK?s=cl&p=a&ilr=1](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hzm7P7Tr0QD92MnwmpHTVK?s=cl&p=a&ilr=1) 🤝 **NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED** We’ll explain everything on the day. Just bring yourself and be ready to help. **Good to know:** 📍 Meet: In front of the Dominion Theatre ⏰ 6:00 PM 👕 Primark is directly across the road 🚶 Goodge Street is around 5 minutes away As always, Respect, Kindness and Authenticity come first. We’re there to support people with dignity and without judgment. Let’s keep showing what our community can do when we act with heart. See you there 💛

Book Swap Meetup 📚📚📚

Basic Ideas: 🌞 📚☕ Any books sitting there collecting dust? Some holiday gifts? Or it’s a book that has changed your life that you want to share? Feel free to bring book(s) to discuss or swap, we usually have more books than people in the end, so feel free to pop along just to have a chat as well. Aiming for every 4 weeks book swap meetup. Note: The event is free to attend, so the only cost for you will only be buying a drink at the location, so coffee/tea/beer etc.

FREE UPCYCLING AND TRANSFORMATION OF SECOND-HAND CLOTHING (IOD)

**\*FREE FOR MEMBERS, JOIN WHEN YOU ARRIVE!\*** Come and join us at the **Living Room Club Glengal Groove** on Fridays between 1 p.m. and 3 pm to upcycle second-hand clothes. We gather for creative transformation and upcycling of second-hand clothing items and materials to sell in our cafe. The income from this project supports our Homeless Project in Soho. For further information, please contact Neide on 07585560345

Adanna Women's Group ReMakers Club -upcycling clothes and textiles

CLOTHES MAKING & ALTERING WORKSHOP

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/clothes-making-altering-workshop-eve-6-11-weeks-2/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/clothes-making-altering-workshop-eve-6-11-weeks-2/) **⋆⋆⋆** Do you want to jump into making your own clothes but have never used a pattern? Do you wish to copy a beloved piece of clothing? Would you like to learn how to adjust your own pattern to fit just you? Learn how to take body measurements, read and alter a commercial pattern to fit, lay out and cut fabric and construct a finished garment to a high standard using one of our Janome 525s or Bernina 1008 series sewing machines. During the sessions of this small group of learners you will gain confidence and improve any sewing skills you already have. If you have never used a machine, we can guide you through making a simple garment from a purchased pattern. Bring your own pattern or use one of our small selection. If you have sewing experience but want to start creating your own patterns, you can learn how to create a bespoke piece of clothing. You can also bring a piece of clothing to alter or fix. We supply the basics and the calico you will use to make a ‘toile’ (an inexpensive mock up) to save you ruining your chosen final fabric. Along the way, talented tutor and seamstress will teach you lots of techniques and tips to ramp up your sewing passion. This is a perfect class if you have been teaching yourself so far, or if your last project was made a long time ago at school. **Suitable for:** Suitable for beginners, enjoyable for those with experience. A good level of English and basic math skills are useful. **Next start date:** Check our website for more dates: [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/clothes-making-altering/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/clothes-making-altering/)

Monthly Dressmakers meeting

Black History Fashion Show & more ⚫🟢🟡🔴

Scrunchie Making Workshop

Join us in turning discarded textiles into a scrunchie you’ll reach for again and again. You’ll work entirely by hand, cutting, shaping and stitching your fabric from raw material to finished accessory, and you’ll learn the fundamentals of hand sewing along the way. If you have something at home that’s no longer worn, like a shirt with a stain, a dress that doesn’t fit, or a scarf you’ve fallen out of love with, bring it along. We’ll show you how to take it apart and use it as fabric, so something that might have been thrown away becomes a piece you keep. It’s completely optional, and we’ll have plenty of fabric for everyone. **No sewing experience needed** This session is a chance to unplug, work with your hands and rethink what “waste” really means. Giovanna will guide you step by step, so absolute beginners and curious first-timers can go at their own pace. You’ll leave with a scrunchie you made yourself and the know-how to keep making them at home. **Details** 📅 Saturday 17 October, 11:30am–1:30pm (doors 11am) 📍 Hornsey Town Hall Arts Centre, The Broadway, London N8 9JJ 💷 £15, all materials included ✂️ All hand sewing, beginner-friendly 👤 Ages 13+ (under-18s must be supervised by an adult)

Burberry | Freddie Mercury – at the V&A

Let’s go to the V&A during Friday evening late opening hours and look at two different displays: the Burberry trenchcoat display, and the Freddie Mercury trail across the museum that’s called: Splendid Things. I feel both sound very intriguing! These are free to see but I need to charge an attendance fee of £3 to go towards the Meetup organiser’s fee that I am getting charged. I didn’t do so well this half year, hoping to catch up over the next six months if you think of what we talked about. More information here: Burberry Trench, the crafting of an icon [https://www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/the-burberry-trench-crafting-an-icon](https://www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/the-burberry-trench-crafting-an-icon) Freddie Mercury \| Splendid Things [https://www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/freddie-mercury-splendid-things](https://www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/freddie-mercury-splendid-things) A drink afterwards would be very nice indeed, but I fear that the Zetland Arms we’ve been to may be crowded and noisy. We can try it, and I’ll also look into other places nearby.

Mixer & Party at Mr Porter, Park Lane

🎪 Important: Meetup RSVP is not a valid ticket. All attendees must purchase a ticket via our link! **Tickets available in advance only here:** [https://tickets.cocktailsandconversation.co.uk/events/cocktailsconversation/2404044/r/meetup](https://tickets.cocktailsandconversation.co.uk/events/cocktailsconversation/2404044/r/meetup) We're absolutely thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to our members and guests to join us at **MR PORTER Park Lane.** Set underneath the Hilton Hotel in Park Lane, MR PORTER brings a new chapter of glamour and sophistication to one of London's most iconic addresses. Behind its unassuming copper door lies a subterranean hideaway where mirror-polished surfaces, velvet textures and golden light create an atmosphere that is both intimate and electrifying. The evening begins at 8**pm** with a **complimentary welcome drink served until 8 pm**, as our attentive hosts make introductions and ensure everyone feels at home in this exquisite new space. Guests will have the opportunity to mingle, chat and connect over cocktails before the tempo lifts later in the evening. From **9 pm onwards**, the DJ will take over, setting the tone for a stylish night of music, conversation and connection, the perfect blend of sophistication and energy in the heart of Mayfair. As with all **Cocktails & Conversation** events, the night brings together **London's most discerning singles** in a setting designed for effortless introductions, genuine connection and unforgettable moments. 🕘 **Event Details:** **Welcome Drink & Introductions:** Served from 8pm to 8:30 pm **Mingling at The Bar:** Till Late **Guests:** Approx. 100 Prepare to immerse yourself in an evening of elegance, excitement and effortless connection at one of London's most anticipated new openings. **Dress code:** Smart & Stylish **Age range:** All ages welcome Tickets must be purchased in advance via the link above. Meetup RSVP alone does not guarantee entry.