CU Green Buddies

In the workshop, participants made their own timber phone holder using local felled trees due to typhoons, ageing or urban development.  They have learned about the upcycling concept to turn timber waste into household items to minimize the burden of waste disposal in Hong Kong. 

In the workshop, participants learned about the upcycling concept to turn food waste into valuable dye and the benefits of using natural dye over chemicals. Participants used the natural dye to dye a pouch or scarf.

In the workshop, participants learned how to upcycle fresh flowers to dried flowers from special occasions, e.g., wedding parties.  Using the upcycled flowers integrated with fresh noble fir, they made their unique Christmas wreath to celebrate the 'Green Christmas'!

In the workshop, participants made a plant in a ball-shaped soil base using coffee grounds and a piece of moss.  Hence, no plant pot is required.  They learned how to implement plastic-free and upcycling concept in their living and got planting tips.

In the workshop, participants made a green Omamori to experience Zentangle which could relieve stress and enhance relaxation.  Also, they learned more about the upcycling concept and practised sustainable living by using recycled leather and cosmetics.

In the workshop, participants learned about the upcycling concept to turn wastes into resources by using recycled materials. Also, they made a Christmas decoration with lighting and messaging functions.

In the workshop, participants learned about the local food issue and how the social enterprise can support disadvantaged mothers to realize their full potential.  Also the made a piece of bracelet from food waste.