Sustainability Initiatives/Disposal of Items
Fabric Recycling
● Small scraps of any material that would otherwise be thrown in the trash
● No yardage means nothing over 36”
● Specialized to our space only
● Bins are found at ground level below the thread bay
Recycling- Zero Waste & Waste Management
● Glass, aluminum, paper/cardboard, hard plastics with any # in the triangle
● A good rule to remember is, “No soft plastics, no Styrofoam, nothing smaller than your fist” in Recycling.
● Bins are found paired with trash cans around the studio and throughout Winship.
Soft Plastics Recycling
● Plastic envelopes, delivery bags, grocery bags, Ziplock, garment bags, plastic film
● Specialized to our space only
● Bin (large, circular grey, labeled "Plastic Only") found across the Dye Room near the Packing Area
Landfill
● Coated cardboard, used tissues, used masks, plastic utensils, items smaller than your fist that can't be recycled
● Bins are found paired with Recycling cans around the Studio and Winship
Sharps Disposal
● broken/damaged needles, pins, razors, scissors, etc.
● red boxes are located around the studio.
Hazardous Disposal
● Please see Tanya Olalde (Crafts Supervisor) for information on hazardous disposal