Hands-on craft
Leatherwork tools and a guest mid-cut on the workbench.
For teams & brands
Corporate events & upcycling workshops
Ready to plan your team's workshop? Email us at merhaba@upcyclehero.com.
Forget the generic event. Create, share, protect the planet.
Leave the tired promo items and standard corporate catering behind. We offer a 100% hand-made, sustainable experience where guests design their own luxury, one-of-a-kind accessory while raising a glass together.
Raise a glass
Wine and a charcuterie board, part of the social side of the event.
Built to last
A finished upcycled tote, fresh off the sewing machine.
Why Upcycle Hero?
Traditional company events
Upcycle Hero experience
Activity type
Passive entertainment, spectator
Active creativity, craftsmanship
Takeaway (swag)
Mass-produced, low-quality branded items — usually binned
A one-of-a-kind accessory from quality reclaimed leather or tarpaulin — kept for life
Environmental impact
High carbon footprint, waste generation
Fully circular economy, zero waste, rescued materials
Zero waste, zero zippers
1. Source
Retired advertising tarpaulins, truck tarpaulins and quality waste leather.
2. Prep
Detailed cleaning and material selection, done in our studio.
3. Design (the event)
Smart folding and stitching, entirely by hand — no zippers required.
4. Result
A fully personalised, upcycled accessory built to last a lifetime.
A unique touch for every occasion
Corporate events
Team-building sessions, brand launches and networking events.
Celebrations
Birthdays, leaving parties and inventive "just for fun" meet-ups.
Social responsibility
In-house sustainability training and awareness workshops.
Come to us, or we'll come to you
İzmir Marina studio
A stunning, fully-equipped production studio with an inspiring sea view — a flawless studio experience.
Photo: Mobile Upcycle unit
Mobile Upcycle unit
We bring the workshop magic directly to your office, hotel or chosen venue. All setup and material logistics are handled by us.
Workshop menu: pick your material, create your design
Our menu is organised by time and product type. Instructor support, materials and a polished final product are included in every workshop.
Charm & Keychain
Colourful, personalised charms and keychains cut from truck or billboard tarpaulin offcuts.
~1.5 hrsPhoto: Card Case
Card Case
A slim, minimalist, zipper-free card case designed specifically for credit cards and business cards.
~2 hrsPhoto: Tobacco Pouch
Tobacco Pouch
A sophisticated, zipper-free design in quality waste leather or soft tarpaulin, secured with a fold-over closure.
~3 hrsPhoto: Tech Pouch
Tech Pouch
A finely finished, compact case built to protect your tech accessories in style.
~3 hrsPhoto: Laptop Sleeve
Laptop Sleeve
Elegant, protective and fully functional — quality waste leather meets technology.
~3.5 hrs
Women's Handbag
The ultimate style statement, built from durable truck tarpaulin or select waste leather. Generous capacity, flawless hand-stitching.
~3.5 hrsİzmir Marina studio package
Capacity
Comfortably hosts 24–30 guests.
What's included
- Expert instructors and event coordinators
- All upcycling materials (tarpaulin, leather, thread) and craft tools
- A unique, handmade accessory for every guest to take home
Elevate the experience (optional add-ons)
Professional Photography
Professional coverage of the creative process and team dynamics throughout the event.
Photo: Catering
Catering
Keep energy high with wine, artisan cheese and charcuterie board options for your guests.
Photo: Corporate Branding
Corporate Branding
Hot-stamp your company logo onto the finished pieces.
Why Upcycle Hero events
Creativity
100% screen-free, hands-on and mentally engaging.
Sustainability
A direct contribution to your corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals.
Connection
The deep team spirit that comes from creating together toward a shared goal.
Not just an event — a wearable memory that reflects your company's values.
Ready to plan an unforgettable event?
Whether at our İzmir Marina studio or your own space — let's design a unique "Sip & Stitch" experience for your team, or get a quote for our mobile workshop.