The Social Studio in Collingwood, Victoria, Australia | Clothes shop

The Social Studio

Locality: Collingwood, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9417 2143

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25.01.2022 Across Victoria, people are helping their community stop the spread of coronavirus. The Social Studio is producing face masks to help people protect themselves and each other. Our face masks are DHHS compliant and can be purchased at cost price here - http://tssmedicalscrubs.myshopify.com/ We have also created this video to show the easy steps you can take to make one yourself, at home.

24.01.2022 We are planning heaps of NEW fashion-related workshops and courses and we want to know - what programs do YOU want us to provide? Sewing basics? Pattern making? How to copy your favorite garment? ... How to start your own fashion label? Let us know more ideas in the comments! Why study fashion at TSS? We support the creativity and strength of young people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Our students are encouraged to use fashion, textiles and design to celebrate and honour their culture, heritage and traditions Oh, and all our programs are provided for FREE

24.01.2022 Want a reusable cloth face mask that helps you stand out from the crowd? Check out these unique masks made from beautiful African printed fabrics, and made by our uber talented Social Sewing teacher Nancy. You can purchase them for $16 each by heading to the link in her IG bio @_oziya_ or heading to oziya.myshopify.com

23.01.2022 PANEL-O-RAMA! Join us for a fascinating discussion exploring 'sustainable fashion' beyond the parameters of environmentalism as we take a more holistic lens to the issue - linking it to the sustainability of culture, heritage and creative work. In this panel, presented by RMIT’s Contemporary Art & Social Transformation (CAST) Research Group and RMIT Social Innovation Hub, our chief operating officer Aleksandra Nedeljkovic will be in conversation with Vietnamese designer Vu T...hao from sustainable label Kilomet 109 and artist, curator and researcher Leuli Eshragi. It's FREE to tune-in (see link below) and delivered as part of the brilliant Vietnam Festival of Creativity and Design. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/culture-clothing-connection

22.01.2022 Eid Mubarak from The Social Studio to our Muslim students and supporters who are celebrating Eid al Adha a little differently, staying at home, while in iso this year. And we acknowledge Muslims around the world who, due to international travel coronavirus bans this year, have been prevented from participating in the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, known as the Hajj. Take care everyone and stay safe.

21.01.2022 Scroll through for our face mask wearing tips

21.01.2022 The wait is over!! We will be releasing more reusable face masks for sale on Monday at 12pm. Head to the link in our bio to purchase. Thank you to all our customers for your patience while we fulfilled our orders. Stay safe!

20.01.2022 Have you heard @ethicalfashion is streaming a podcast dedicated to ethical fashion. Tune in this week to hear UN officer @cipriani.efashion and sustainable fashion journalist @mrspress discuss the future of fashion. Listen here - https://omny.fm//goodbye-fast-fashion-welcome-to-the-ethic #ethicalfashion #sustainablefashion

20.01.2022 As #covid19 cases sadly continue to increase across Victoria, a reminder that The Social Stduio is making medical scrubs at cost price to help keep our healthcare workers safe . Head over to the link in bio if you need a pair.

19.01.2022 Our ambassador Nyadol Nyuon is as sharp as ever on ABC The Drum this evening...we cant resist admiring her snappy rhetoric AND outfit from our recent fashion collaboration with Melbourne label búl

18.01.2022 This year's National NAIDOC Week theme is Always Was, Always Will Be, recognising the ancient presence of Australia's indigenous cultures across the lands and waters of this country. We at the Studio pay our respects to the traditional owners of the lands on which we operate - the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Wurundjeri Willam people - and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. This week, we urge our non-indigenous supporters to pause for a few minutes and read the Uluru... Statement From The Heart, arguing for a representative First Nations body in federal Parliament (see link below for translations in 60 languages, via SBS News), or throw your support behind some awesome indigenous creatives such as our Collingwood Yards friends Haus of Dizzy and Gammin Threads. part of the Genesis series by Kamilaroi artist, and friend of TSS, Reko Rennie. https://www.sbs.com.au//the-uluru-statement-from-the-heart

17.01.2022 "The Social Studio has helped me learn all-round technical fashion skills, from fashion sketches to fabric choices, pattern making, and sewing. All these skills that I acquired have helped with my confidence and transition into the Bachelors of Fashion Design. I am learning about complex bigger ideas relating to fashion which have built on my skills learned at TSS. I feel dedicated and inspired to continue my focus in fashion with future plans to create my own small luxury h...igh-end fashion label with a sustainable business focus using bright bold colours as my main inspiration. My teachers have been very supportive, and have well prepared me for post studies, a great social place where I have built good relations with my teachers and love to come to visit during my study breaks". Our hearts are positively bursting at this beautiful feedback from 2019 TSS graduate, Chudier

17.01.2022 Re-sharing our 'How to make a cloth face mask' video and pattern as masks become mandatory across Victoria. Stay safe! TSS

17.01.2022 Face Mask restock! Weve just added more stock online for this Mondays shipment date. Including the smaller size, which sold out super fast last time! Webstore link in bio. #tss #maskupmelbourne

15.01.2022 Fashion Victim Giveaway! @thecapitolrmit have curated a killer prize pack for fashion victims and film lovers. Featuring the bewitching folk at @alpha60thelabel, @bloodmoonwines and .... Us! To enter, tag a friend on this post, make sure you're both following @thecapitolrmit, @alpha60thelabel, @thesocialstudio and @bloodmoonwines and tell us in the comments what your most treasured item of clothing is and why. Prize includes: 2 x all-access passes to our exclusive online ...event IN FABRIC: A Long Weekend for Fashion Victims & Film Fetishists, including a screening of IN FABRIC (2018), live director Q&A and masterclass (value $28+bf) 2 x Alpha 60 Atlas Knit Sweat in Cream (value $498) 2 x The Social Studio face masks in a custom colourway (charcoal exterior with artery-red lining and convertible red fabric ties) (value $24) 2 x bottles of Sang de Lune 2017 Yarra Valley Shiraz from Blood Moon Wines (value $54) Competition is open to Australian residents and closes 11.59pm Thu 10 Sep AEST. Only the winner will be notified on Fri 11 Sep. #fashionvictimgiveaway

15.01.2022 We're on the lookout for a superstar teacher who can coordinate, develop and deliver online training for TSS! Link to the PD is in the comments Applicants from CALD backgrounds STRONGLY encouraged to apply

13.01.2022 We're beyond excited to send off thirty DONATED medical scrubs for healthcare workers at Cabrini Asylum Seeker & Refugee Hub @cabrinihealth today. Made with love by our talented makers Thi and Jahluvi. Thank you to all the generous souls that donated to our scrubs campaign . We couldn't do what we do without your incredible support .

13.01.2022 Help protect yourself and others during COVID-19. Across Victoria, people are helping their community stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). At The Social Studio we are doing what we can to help by producing DHHS compliant, reusable masks. You can purchare them at cost price here https://tssmedicalscrubs.myshopify.com/... We have also made a video to show the easy steps you can take to make a mask yourself, at home. You can also use these instructions provided by the DHHS https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au//Design%20and%20preparation%20. Stay home, stay safe, TSS.

12.01.2022 Our Youth Development Program supports talented refugee youth with meaningful education and employment pathways, both during and beyond their time with us at TSS. We can only offer this program with the help of our generous community of supporters. Today we would like to shout out to the Jack Brockhoff Foundation. Together, we can create positive impact and support vulnerable young people to reach their full potential!

12.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce our partnership with some very talented RMIT University photography and media students to launch the world premiere of Unbound, an online 3D fashion show featuring designers from Melbourne, Indonesia, and Malaysia and featuring an incredible piece by our own Nancy Oziya of @_oziya_ ! To celebrate, we're hosting a panel - ‘Ethical Design and Sustainability in the Fashion Industry’ - led by TSS online teacher and sustainability champion, Jenni Tho...rman. Hear from diverse emerging designers on some of the most pressing issues facing the industry with speakers including designer Atong Omoli (long term supporter and forever member of the TSS family ), Indonesian designer, Felicia Agatha of Agathelab and the winner of the 2020 Graduate Fashion Foundation’s International Artefact Innovation Awards; Tamara Leacock, founder and designer of Remuse Designs and the winner of the 2018 PETA awards, and Tess Whitfort, founder and designer of Pendulum Studios and the winner of the 2018 Redress award. Please join us for this very special, FREE, event! Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/381099219996484/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%2252%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22[%7B%5C%22surface%5C%22%3A%5C%22share_link%5C%22%2C%5C%22mechanism%5C%22%3A%5C%22share_link%5C%22%2C%5C%22extra_data%5C%22%3A%7B%5C%22invite_link_id%5C%22%3A360609578348390%7D%7D]%22%7D See more

11.01.2022 The arts are a great cultural connector. We see this every day at TSS! Thanks Luke McGregor for shining a light on the value and importance of supporting our industry, especially at this critical time.

09.01.2022 Our students are staying safe, keeping busy and honing their skills with DIY masks

09.01.2022 Meet Amy, who over the last few days has been making face masks for our customers and the community. We launched just one week ago and have sold 5000 masks! WOW! Thank you for your support. We are now focused on making quality masks as quickly and safely as possible. We know many of you are still trying to purchase mask through our online store. We can only sell as quickly as our small but might team can make them so we ask for your understanding during this time. As we are a small team we are not able to process orders by phone, email or in person. Thank you for your understanding. Stay safe!!

07.01.2022 In case you missed it, we made this 'How to make a cloth face mask' tutorial in partnership with Victorian Department of Health & Human Services. Just a few easy steps you can take to make your own mask at home, and help keep you and other safe. You can also find the instructions here: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au//Design%20and%20preparation%20

07.01.2022 Thank you to the wonderful Megan from @_olivepr_ for her probono help spreading the word about #worldrefugeeweek and what we do here at TSS over the last couple of weeks. What an angel . Olive PR specialise in PR, copywriting, and social media for services for good people doing good things.

06.01.2022 We're thrilled to be part of Melbourne Community Goods, teaming up with some of Melbourne's most iconic social enterprises to bring you three awesome hampers bursting with all sorts of socially-conscious good stuff from STREAT HoMie Scarf Humanism and Sisterworks Inc among others. Check out the options here: www.melbournecommunitygoods.com.au

05.01.2022 Our Reusable Cloth Face Mask design has been updated + is now online + ready to purchase Weve reduced the overall size and added a centre pleat for a bit more breathing space ! Tegar wears the Large Mask + Nancy sports the Small Our masks are DHHS compliant and sold to the community at cost price Photos by our mate, benjamin_thomson #TSS #maskupmelbourne #community

05.01.2022 The Social Studio has a new home at @collingwood_yards on Johnston and Perry Streets, in Collingwood. After 10 incredible years at our Smith Street studio, we have an exciting new home alongside hundreds of other arts community organisations. Update your address book and come visit us soon!

05.01.2022 We have vacancies available NOW for experienced garment machinists to join our team! If you are: Experienced in production Self-directed and able to work autonomously ... Available to start asap Looking for casual, part time or full time work Then we want to hear from you! Working from home is a possibility however you must be able to attend the Studio in Collingwood as required (eg to collect materials, deliver finished product). Applicants from CALD backgrounds strongly encouraged to apply. Pay and conditions for these positions are of course as per the Textile,Clothing,Footwear and Associated Industries Award 2010. Pay level will be commensurate with the applicants experience. Position description is in the comments

05.01.2022 The Social Studio Face Mask update! Thank you for all your amazing support since we launched online yesterday, we are blown away! #tss #reusable #facemask #community #stayhome #washyourhands #physicallydistance

04.01.2022 Our friends, @collectiveclosets, re-opened their doors on Saturday June 27 with a beautiful new collection titled, 'Traditions'. "Traditions weave both the individual and collective fabric of our human existence. They are what both sets us apart and bring us together, the innate rituals that occur throughout our days. We can adopt these rituals from others or create them ourselves, little moments that create comfort and routine in our chaotic lives." We were lucky enough t...o see the beginnings of this collection back in March when Collective Closets joined us on the runway for @vamff show, 'Powerful Bodies', in collaboration with @library_vic. Congratulations Fatuma + Laurinda, we can't wait to come and see! Photography: @michaelabarcaphotography Model: @minmin3.0 #collectiveclosets #traditions #friends #community See more

04.01.2022 Here we goSee you online at Midday. Thanks for your patience while we catch up on existing orders and dispatch. Please note, when placing your order youll be asked to select a ship date. Your order will be shipped on this date

02.01.2022 WOW! What a week. We have been squirreling away making masks all week. We are so grateful to everyone that has purchased masks. Thank you for helping keep the community safe. We have sold 4000 masks and our small team is doing what we can to keep up with demand! We know many of you have missed out so far and we thank you for your understanding. We will continue to restock our store at around 9am each morning. Stay safe!

02.01.2022 Workshop alert! Join sewing guru Jenni Thorman in this four-week workshop, learning how to use a half-scale block to design and sew an A-line skirt. Whether it’s a design you've made or a pattern you have, this class takes you through a series of step-by-step exercises which will give you the confidence to adjust patterns or draft simple A-line skirts - opening up a world of unique style and creativity that you will have for a lifetime. Classes kick off on Tuesday November 10 at 7pm and are FREE to concession card holders and people from refugee and new migrant backgrounds. Holler at us if you've got any questions or check out the link below: https://bit.ly/2TRjclX

02.01.2022 TSS to produce masks We know the fight against COVID-19 is ongoing in our community. In response to this evening's important public health announcement from the Victorian Government, The Social Studio will contribute to the effort to protect the public against the pandemic. On top of making medical scrubs for health workers, our team will be producing reusable, ethically produced, upcycled fabric face masks. Coming soon...... Stay safe everybody

01.01.2022 Dear TSS community... If you live in one of the housing towers in Flemington and North Melbourne in "hard lockdown" and need information, call 1800 961 054 or click https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/information-and-supports-public. If you do not live in lockdown but want to help those who do, AMSSA Centre is coordinating donations and volunteers to support those in the towers.... TSS is in the process of contacting all our students to offer any support we can. Stay safe everybody...

01.01.2022 Join @thecapitolrmit for an exclusive online event for fashion victims , film fetishists and anyone with a haunting affection for department stores @thecapitolrmit are kindly donating $1 from every ticket sale to The Social Studio! Keep your eyes peeled for a giveaway featuring our reusable cloth face masks too. The triple bill includes: + An online screening of Peter Stricklands seductive, consumerist satire IN FABRIC @infabricmovie (2018). Available to stream onli...ne for 24 hours from Friday 11 September. + Live conversation between the director and film critic Alexandra Heller-Nicholas on Saturday 12 September. + Public masterclass on Monday 14 September, when Strickland and IN FABRIC costume designer Jo Thompson @jo_thompson_costume will deep-dive into the topics of fashion victims, desire, bodies and consumption with Dr Ricarda Bigolin @ricardabg from @rmituniversity's School of Fashion. In Fabric is rated MA15+. This event is open to Australian and New Zealand residents. Tickets and more info via thecapitol.tv Artwork: @mgiesser See more