Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Celebrate Austin’s Pride Month by learning to fold spiral top origami boxes at this free make and take! Choose from a variety of colored paper to make your box, and show your pride with rainbow colors or the colors of a particular pride flag. They are the perfect size to display on your desk or on a shelf, and will beautify your space all month (or all year) long!

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Celebrate Austin’s Pride Month by learning to fold spiral top origami boxes at this free make and take! Choose from a variety of colored paper to make your box, and show your pride with rainbow colors or the colors of a particular pride flag. They are the perfect size to display on your desk or on a shelf, and will beautify your space all month (or all year) long!

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Celebrate Austin’s Pride Month by learning to make Pride headbands at this free make and take! Choose from a variety of colored paper and other craft supplies to decorate your headband, and show your pride with rainbow colors or the colors of a particular pride flag. They are the perfect accessory to accompany your Pride outfits!

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and make headbands! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Celebrate Austin’s Pride Month by learning to make reuse paper Pride wigs at this free make and take! Choose from a variety of colored reuse paper to make your wig, and show your pride with rainbow colors or the colors of a particular pride flag. They are the perfect to accessorize your Pride look!

Join Kelly (she/her) in our Classroom to play with pretty paper and make wigs! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-4PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Celebrate Austin’s Pride Month by Make a poster for Austin’s Pride Parade or your window! We’ll provide all the materials, you provide the passion. Led by local artist and ACR board member - Patrik!

Join Patrik in our Classroom space to play with poster-making supplies and let your Pride shine! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

Celebrate Austin’s Pride Month by learning to fold modular origami boxes at this free make and take! Choose from a variety of colored paper to make your box, and show your pride with rainbow colors or the colors of a particular pride flag. They are the perfect size to display on your desk or on a shelf, and will beautify your space all month (or all year) long!

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Celebrate Austin’s Pride Month by learning to make floating pop-up cards at this free make and take! They are a fun and whimsical way to send a note to a friend or loved one.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and make cards! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Celebrate Austin’s Pride Month by learning to fold geometric origami triangle boxes at this free make and take! Choose from a variety of colored paper to make your box, and show your pride with rainbow colors or the colors of a particular pride flag. They are the perfect size to display on your desk or on a shelf, and will beautify your space all month (or all year) long!

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Celebrate Austin’s Pride Month by learning to make shiny 3D baubles and butterflies at this free make and take using foiled paper! They are the perfect size to display on your desk or on a shelf, and will beautify your space all month (or all year) long!

Join Diane in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

Kick off Austin’s Pride Month by learning to make 3D Paper Rainbows at this free make and take! They are the perfect size to display on your desk or on a shelf, and will beautify your space all month (or all year) long!

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Celebrate National Puzzle Day at ACR with this free Make & Take where Core Volunteer Kelly will teach participants how to fold puzzles out of paper and to solve a Rubik’s cube!

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami and Rubik’s cubes! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Learn to make baby bats from reuse materials and learn more about these flying mammals, the important role they play in our ecosystem, and why they need our protection!

Join members of Bat Conservation International in our Community Space (next to the Office Section) to make adorable little baby bats and learn more about Austin’s most iconic animal! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

Learn more about Bat Conservation International here.

Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Celebrate Juneteenth with ACR and make themed paper crafts with reuse materials! Paper flags, greeting cards, and more paper crafts will be available for this Make & Take.

Join Core Volunteer Diane in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and celebrate Juneteenth! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

Learn to make confetti shaker greeting cards from reuse materials, perfect to give for Father’s Day or any occasion!

Join Core Volunteer Audrey in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty materials and make shaker cards! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to the Office Section) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on YouTube and Facebook.

Unplug and unwind with a meditative art session! Follow a guided story or soundscape inspired by Austin Creative Reuse, then translate your inner calm onto canvas.

What You’ll Create:

🎨 Intuitive Art: Let go of expectations! Paint freely as you respond to prompts, music, or the textures of reclaimed materials.

🌌 Surprise & Discover: Embrace accidental beauty—drips, blends, and layers become part of your unique piece.

📜 Take-Home Meaning: Leave with a finished artwork that captures your emotions or reflects how ACR’s mission inspires you.

Why It Matters for Mental Health:

✨ Mindful Flow: Meditation quiets mental chatter, while painting channels feelings into a visual language.

✨ Process Over Perfection: This is art without rules—a safe space to explore and accept imperfections.

✨ Tangible Reflection: Your painting becomes a reminder of your inner resilience and creativity.

Materials Provided by ACR:

Acrylic paints, brushes, and mixed-media canvases/paper.

Reclaimed fabrics, textured papers, and natural elements for collage.

Meditation cushions and ambient sound tools.

Join Us To:

🌟 Breathe, brush, and let go. 🌟 Turn quiet moments into colorful revelations. 🌟 Discover how art and stillness can heal together.

This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12:30-4PM to participate.

All events are part of Mental Health Awareness Month at Austin Creative Reuse—where creativity nurtures minds and hearts.

No experience needed. Just bring an open spirit! 🌟

Recharge your joy at this uplifting combo event! Blend the healing power of laughter with the creativity of crafting affirmation cards that radiate self-love and community connection.

What You’ll Experience:

🧘 Laughter Yoga: Engage in playful, guided exercises that use laughter to reduce stress, boost mood, and energize the body—no yoga mat or experience needed!

💌 Affirmation Card Crafting: Design colorful cards with reclaimed papers, stickers, and markers. Write messages of grace, hope, or gratitude to keep for yourself or share with others.

🌿 Community Joy Circle: End with a group reflection to celebrate collective resilience and the power of choosing happiness.

Why It Matters for Mental Health:

✨ Body-Mind Connection: Laughter yoga releases endorphins, easing anxiety and fostering physical wellness.

✨ Self-Compassion in Action: Crafting affirmations rewires negative thoughts, nurturing kindness toward yourself and others.

✨ Shared Light: Exchange cards to build a ripple effect of positivity in your community.

Join Us To:

🌟 Shake off stress with giggles.

🌟 Create a pocket-sized toolkit of hope.

🌟 Remember: Joy is a radical act.

This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 5-7PM to participate.

Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on Instagram and Facebook.

Join CJ Sketches (https://www.cjsketches.com/) to swap creativity and kindness at our Artist Trading Card (ATC) Workshop! Create miniature artworks (2.5”x3.5”) to trade with others, fostering connection through tiny masterpieces.

What You’ll Craft:

🃏 Pocket-Sized Art: Use cardstock, old playing cards, or pre-cut ACR paper as your canvas. Draw, collage, or write messages to share.

🌈 Mixed Media Magic: Layer papers, stickers, and lightweight embellishments to design unique cards—no two will be alike!

💌 Trade & Connect: Exchange your ATCs with fellow participants, building a collection of art that celebrates community.

Why It Matters for Mental Health:

✨ Joy of Giving: Experience the warmth of sharing art—a reminder that creativity thrives in connection.

✨ Small-Scale Confidence: The tiny format removes pressure, inviting playful experimentation and spontaneity.

✨ Mindful Making: Focus on the meditative process of assembling details, grounding you in the present moment.

Join us to:

✨ Turn mistakes into masterpieces. ✨ Rediscover the fun of making art. ✨ Craft a colorful reminder to embrace life’s surprises.

Take home your trading cards and a newfound love for spontaneous creativity!

No skills required—just an open heart and imagination!

Join us to craft, connect, and celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month!

Questions? Email volunteer@austincreativereuse.org

Art heals. Let’s create together. 🌟

This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 2-5PM to participate.

You can find CJ on Instagram.

Learn to make beautiful origami to compliment your gifts and daily life! Paper can be more versatile and functional than plastic and zhuzh up anyone's routine. Reusing junk mail, left over magazines, and even cardboard can beautify and satisfy. You can send a message to the people in your life with the gift of time when you gift your origami.

Join Kelly (she/her) in our community space (next to our registers- look for the orange couch) to play with pretty paper and practice origami! This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 12-3PM to participate.

You can find Kelly on Instagram and Facebook.

Join Trans Texas and Austin Creative Reuse for a heartfelt evening of crafting letters to spread hope, affirmation, and connection! ✉️💖

What You’ll Create:

💌 Handmade Letters of Love: Use reclaimed scrapbook paper, stickers, washi tape, and colorful materials to design uplifting letters for those in need of encouragement. Write messages of support, resilience, or joy—every word matters!

🎨 Creative Reuse Magic: Transform discarded materials into beautiful keepsakes, proving that even “scraps” can become treasures.

🌍 Community Care: Your letters will be shared with individuals facing challenges, reminding them they’re not alone.

Why It Matters for Mental Health:

✨ Healing Through Giving: Writing affirmations fosters empathy and gratitude, boosting your own mood while uplifting others.

✨ Combat Isolation: A single letter can remind someone they’re valued, reducing feelings of loneliness.

✨ Mindful Creativity: Lose yourself in the meditative process of cutting, pasting, and writing—a calming break from stress.

Materials provided by ACR. Feel free to bring personal mementos (photos, fabric scraps) to add to your letters!

Join Us To:

🌟 Turn creativity into kindness. 🌟 Rediscover the power of handwritten words. 🌟 Craft hope for strangers and yourself.

Take Home:

A sense of connection, knowing your art will brighten someone’s day.

Optional: Write a letter to your future self as a personal mental health check-in.

Let’s stitch hearts together, one letter at a time. 💞

Part of Mental Health Awareness Month at Austin Creative Reuse—where art builds bridges of compassion.

Questions? Email volunteer@austincreativereuse.org

No writing experience needed—just bring your heart! 🌟

Join CJ Sketches (https://www.cjsketches.com/) for a Zine Making Make & Take where creativity meets self-expression! Craft a mini-zine (a small, DIY magazine) that reflects your emotions, dreams, or stories using reclaimed materials.

What You’ll Create:

📘 Personal Narratives: Design a pocket-sized zine filled with collages, poetry, sketches, or affirmations. Use vibrant papers, stickers, and scraps to bring your inner world to life.

🎨 Mix Media Freedom: Combine markers, colored pencils, magazine clippings, and textured papers to build pages that speak to your unique perspective.

🌿 Therapeutic Process: Fold, cut, and assemble your zine as a mindful practice—channeling feelings into a tangible, shareable art piece.

Why It Matters for Mental Health:

✨ Emotional Release: Translate complex emotions into visual or written form, creating a safe outlet for self-reflection.

✨ Mindful Focus: Lose yourself in the tactile joy of cutting, pasting, and designing—a break from daily stressors.

✨ Share Your Voice: Zines empower storytelling, helping you feel seen and connected to others through shared experiences.

No experience needed! Take home your zine as a keepsake or gift.

Join us to:

✨ Turn mistakes into masterpieces. ✨ Rediscover the fun of making art. ✨ Craft a colorful reminder to embrace life’s surprises.

Take home your zine and a newfound love for spontaneous creativity!

Let’s make messes, magic, and mental wellness. 🌟

Part of Mental Health Awareness Month at Austin Creative Reuse—where art fuels healing.

This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 2-5PM to participate.

You can find CJ on Instagram.

Join CJ Sketches (https://www.cjsketches.com/) for a vibrant, hands-on Marker Monoprint Make & Take at Austin Creative Reuse! Dive into the playful world of monoprinting—a spontaneous, one-of-a-kind printmaking technique—and create bold, layered artworks that reflect your unique creative voice.

What You’ll Explore:

🎨 Easy Monoprint Magic: Use markers, recycled materials, and simple tools to design colorful prints. Draw directly onto a plate, press to paper, and watch your creation come to life!

🌈 Unpredictable Joy: Embrace the surprise of monoprinting—no two prints are alike! Layer colors, textures, and patterns to build dynamic compositions.

📜 Take-Home Art: Leave with a set of unique prints to frame, gift, or turn into cards, journals, or collages.

Why It Matters for Mental Health:

🌱 Mindful Play: Lose yourself in the tactile, meditative process of printmaking. Focus on the present moment to quiet stress and spark joy.

🌿 Embrace Imperfection: Monoprinting celebrates “happy accidents,” teaching resilience and flexibility—a metaphor for navigating life’s twists.

🌸 Creative Confidence: Experiment freely without judgment. This workshop is about process over perfection, nurturing self-expression and curiosity.

💡 Shared Inspiration: Connect with others in a lighthearted, judgment-free space where creativity becomes collective therapy.

No experience needed! All supplies provided—just bring your imagination and willingness to play.

Join us to:

✨ Turn mistakes into masterpieces. ✨ Rediscover the fun of making art. ✨ Craft a colorful reminder to embrace life’s surprises.

Take home your prints and a newfound love for spontaneous creativity!

Let’s make messes, magic, and mental wellness. 🌟

Part of Mental Health Awareness Month at Austin Creative Reuse—where art fuels healing.

This is a FREE drop-in event, so you can stop by anytime between 10:30AM-12:30PM to participate. Note that the center opens to the public at 11AM, so the first half hour of crafting will be reserved for Core Volunteers.

You can find CJ on Instagram.