As a Community Space, Derita Design seeks to engage our neighbors in various elements of Design. From fashion to 3D to melting plastic, our events seek not only to teach but inspire.
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Family First: Architect for a Day
Imagine stepping into the shoes of an architect to create spaces that bring joy and inspiration!
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Closet Creatives Experience
An evening of fabulous food, fantastic people and unknown fun! Let us ignite and liberate the creative in YOU!
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Closet Creatives Experience
An evening of fabulous food, fantastic people and unknown fun! Let us ignite and liberate the creative in YOU!
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Closet Creatives Experience
An evening of fabulous food, fantastic people and unknown fun! Let us ignite and liberate the creative in YOU!
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Closet Creatives Experience
An evening of fabulous food, fantastic people and unknown fun! Let us ignite and liberate the creative in YOU!
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Closet Creatives Experience
An evening of fabulous food, fantastic people and unknown fun! Let us ignite and liberate the creative in YOU!
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Derita Art Install!
The Charlotte Urban Design Placemaking Grant project will be installed over the course of 3 days. We are so excited to see this project come to life!
Closet Creatives Experience
An evening of fabulous food, fantastic people and unknown fun! Let us ignite and liberate the creative in YOU!
Built-Environment: Workshop for Creatives
Have you been wondering how to translate your creative passions into placemaking projects? Explore the relationship between creativity, placemaking, and the built-environment with an evening panel discussion and conversations led by local creative practitioners and urban design professionals.
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Closet Creatives Experience
An evening of fabulous food, fantastic people and unknown fun! Let us ignite and liberate the creative in YOU!
Parti Party: Objectified
We will be watching the movie ‘Objectified’ about life in the industrial design profession. While watching, we will be modeling our own objects for fun!
Light snacks and laughs included
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Closet Creatives Experience
An evening of fabulous food, fantastic people and unknown fun! Let us ignite and liberate the creative in YOU!
Paint a Pillow!
Who doesn't love an expressive throw pillow?! In this session, we'll be painting designs on 19" x 19" blocks of cotton fabric.
First Saturday Open Sew
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Derita Matters: Holiday
Come by Derita Presbyterian for a night with your community. We will have a table with a canned food drive and a t-shirt design station for those who bring in food items.
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Derita Make-a-thon!
In collaboration with Sew Social, we will be hosting this one of a kind event!
Drop in any time between 10am-3pm to Derita Design's Makerspace for a day of crafting and upcycling for the holidays!
Crafts will range from laser cutter designs to quick sews on the sewing machine. No experience necessary - we're here to help!
Supplies optional. We have scrap materials, but you are welcome to bring your own materials to work with, too. We will also be selling discounted holiday fabric from Upcycle Arts Charlotte!
$15 ADMISSION
Pay in person via Venmo or cash.
THANK YOU
We appreciate all the love and support in growing this maker space to benefit our local creative community!
P.S. Sharing is caring, but if you have a LOT of gifts to make, consider bringing your own sewing machine or tools for uninterrupted fun!
Have a question? Let us know and Sophia will get back to you ASAP.
Graphic Means - Watch + Sketch
Parti Party is a series of events where we designers relax and talk about our design thoughts and theories. In this edition we'll be watching a movie.
Unleash your inner artist and step back in time with our exclusive event featuring the riveting documentary "Graphic Means." Journey through the evolution of graphic design, from the traditional methods of typesetting to the digital revolution that redefined the industry. As the film unearths the secrets of design's rich history, you'll be immersed in a world of creativity and innovation. But that's not all! Put pen to paper and bring your own ideas to life in our sketching session. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just discovering your passion, this event promises an inspiring blend of cinematic exploration and hands-on creativity. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the artistry that shapes our visual world. Reserve your spot now and let your imagination soar!
First Saturday Sewing
It's like book club but with sewing machines.
Designed for all of us who sew or are learning to sew.
We get together to share tips, tricks, fabrics, patterns, sewing wins -- and fails.
Some events will be BYOSM and others will be social outings.
Sketchy Open House
In honor of Inktober, we will be opening our doors to sketch enthusiasts and our wonderful Derita Community for a day of free hand sketching and conversation.