How can we educate new generations about the circular economy? Original cup upcycling workshop with parents and children
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Project overview
What is the best way to make the world a better place for future generations? How can we educate children about the earth’s limited resources and the circular economy in an entertaining and interesting way?
As part of a series of events held for our users, Mercari held a special workshop event for parents and children to create their own cups and plates using B-grade items from the famous Nagasaki Sagamiyaki-style ceramic brand Maruhiro. Participants of this workshop were able to learn about the circular economy by working with B-grade items that normally would go to waste, and using upcycling techniques to create items with new value.
As part of a series of events held for our users, Mercari held a special workshop event for parents and children to create their own cups and plates using B-grade items from the famous Nagasaki Sagamiyaki-style ceramic brand Maruhiro. Participants of this workshop were able to learn about the circular economy by working with B-grade items that normally would go to waste, and using upcycling techniques to create items with new value.
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- About 40 families, including some Mercari members, participated in this event.
B-grade items are items that have lost their selling value in the market due to small imperfections, but are still in good condition for normal use. The workshop consisted of using B-grade cups and plates and redecorating them with original design stickers created specially for this event.
By adding originality and creativity to personalize the final design, participants gave the B-grade plates and cups new value. Through this activity, the participants were able to think about the importance of giving value and using objects with care in order to pass them on to someone else. It was an opportunity to learn about the circular economy in an entertaining and interesting way. -
