Where Sustainability Meets Creativity!
Planting the seeds for a sustainable future by turning ordinary objects into something extraordinary!
Children LOVE what we do - and so do we!
We bring fun, hands-on crafting experiences to schools, events, parties, and more. By repurposing materials and upcycling everyday items, we help plant the seed for a more sustainable lifestyle; one that creates lasting, positive change for our planet. Through these activities, we aim to inspire a new generation of eco-conscious thinkers, empowering them to make choices that will have a profound, long-term impact on the world around them.
Fun and educational repurposed crafting experiences for students from early childhood to secondary school settings.
Learning about sustainability shouldn’t be dull! Our hands-on workshops blend environmental education with playful innovation.
Our team love nothing more than getting out and about to see you at events, it’s why we went mobile! Book us in or see what’s coming up!
Fun crafting sessions to keep everyone entertained at your next party. (Themes, party bags, and table hire also available.)
Face painting is always a hit, and our talented team are pretty clever with that brush! Of course, we only use eco-friendly ingredients.
With a range of options, our craft boxes are always a hit with children (and kids at heart!). Shop them in our online store.
Testimonials
It was an absolute pleasure to have Nicole host and run an Urban Upcycle craft party for our 9-year-old.
Nicole was so engaging with all the children and they had a blast creating for over an hour without stopping. Nicole is a great communicator and easy to deal with. The amount of recycle products that she provided was amazing and the set up and pack up was effortless.
Would highly recommend Nicole and her business for your next party, incursion or event. Thanks so much!
This incursion exceeded our expectations! The kids spent an hour creating, sharing, helping each other and working as a team. They didn’t want the morning to end. The rest of the days learning was around their creation…drawing and labelling diagrams and writing about what they made. The materials Nicole (Urban Upcycle) supplied were inspiring and diverse. One of the best incursions we’ve had!
Thank you Nicole…we look forward to having you back!
This is so much better than snack time
This is the best day of my life!
‘THIS INCURSION IS THE BEST IN THE WORLD!’
~ The magical words of a Grade 4 student
Thank you for the wonderful job you did at our art show. All that participated raved about your workshop and were highly engaged. Thank you for your professionalism and for making our art and design show fabulous!
‘This is fun. It’s funner than the iPad!’
‘This is the best incursion we’ve ever had!’
‘I didn’t think this incursion would be this good!’
These incursions are FABULOUS! The children and staff loved them! Can’t wait to see you back at kinder/school.
We love having Urban Upcycle visit, always engaging, creative and as one student wrote today “Loads of fun!”.
What We Value
Creativity
We’re always on the lookout for fresh, imaginative solutions.
Passion
We’re excited about educating the community and sparking change.
Resourcefulness
We embrace the beauty & value of preloved materials.
Quality
We’re committed to providing enriching, valuable experiences.
Fun
We believe sustainability should be fun and engaging for everyone!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you provide sessions for secondary or TAFE students?
Absolutely, we’d be delighted to! Our sessions can be customised to suit your needs. Simply reach out and let us know what your students are currently studying, and we’ll tailor a session to support their learning goals.
Can you provide professional development sessions?
Yes, we’d love to assist! Share your goals with us, and we’ll outline how we can help you achieve them by way of a visit from us. Whether you’re looking to get up to speed with your local waste services or planning a team-building initiative, we’d love to be part of this!
Can I purchase items from you?
Yes, you can purchase items from us to be posted straight to your door!
Head on over to our online shop to purchase your Creator’s Mystery Box.
Do you provide education sessions Australia wide?
We’re proudly based in Victoria, where the majority of our sessions take place.
While we’re happy to travel interstate, we want to ensure it’s cost-effective for you. A great way to do this is by rallying nearby schools, kindergartens, and early learning services to join in sharing travel costs, making it more affordable for everyone and bringing the fun to even more little learners!
Where do Urban Upcycle’s materials come from?
Many of our items are kindly donated by local businesses and individuals, including industrial offcuts, excess stock, art and craft supplies, and other unique odds and ends.
We also visit resource recovery centres and love to explore op shops to uncover those unique materials with creative potential.
Every piece we collect has a story, and by reimagining these materials, we help reduce waste while inspiring creativity and sustainability within our community.
