# Sew Sustainable Workshop Gives Clothing New Life ![Sew Sustainable Workshop](/sites/default/files/styles/660x400/public/2026-11/CARTonly-SewSustainable_20261028.jpg?h=d1c05c3e&itok=jo8TPtK4) Jessica Jahn, Assistant Professor in the Department of Art and Design, assists Eryn Hodges, a Fashion Design and Merchandising student Montclair State students embraced sustainable fashion during the Sew Sustainable Clothing Repair Workshop on October 28, gathering in the Student Center to repair, customize and upcycle their clothing. Hosted by the [Office of Sustainability,](/colleges-schools-research/math-science/centers-and-institutes/pseg-institute-sustainability-studies "PSEG Institute for Sustainability Studies") Theatre and Dance Costume Shop, Fashion Design and Merchandising, and Rocky’s Closet, the event offered students hands-on opportunities to extend the life of their wardrobes. With sewing machines, hand-sewing supplies and volunteer staff and students available to assist, participants learned new skills while transforming existing garments into something uniquely their own. From clothing repairs and creative customizations to DIY Halloween costumes, the workshop encouraged Red Hawks to rethink fashion, reduce waste and discover new possibilities in the clothes they already own. Through initiatives like Sew Sustainable, Montclair State continues to promote creativity and sustainability in everyday life. Published November 10, 2026 Type [Notices & Announcements](/news?type%5B263%5D=263) Topic - [Arts & Culture](/news?topic%5B274%5D=274) School or College [College of the Arts](/news?school%5B785%5D=785) ## More News & Stories - ![Holiday Graphics](/sites/default/files/styles/750x500/public/2026-11/The%20Party%20Scene%20Web%20.png?h=c673cd1c&itok=NqBV6rDN) Press Release [ Kick Off the Holiday Season with The Party Scene at Montclair State University, November 22](/news/kick-holiday-season-party-scene-montclair-state-university-november-22) November 9, 2026 - ![spooky book display](/sites/default/files/styles/750x500/public/2026-11/bcl-halloween-2026-4.jpg?h=81e10b55&itok=XhL2k7SD) Event Highlights [ A Spooktacular Halloween Week at Bloomfield Campus Library!](/news/spooktacular-halloween-week-bloomfield-campus-library) November 4, 2026 - ![Polaroid Stories](/sites/default/files/styles/750x500/public/2026-10/PolaroidStories00628.JPG?h=9855f42d&itok=mpd9_iUt) Notices & Announcements [ Behind the Scenes: Bringing October's Productions to Life](/news/behind-scenes-bringing-octobers-productions-life) October 29, 2026 [All News & Stories](/news)