Join Us

The artists and makers at TACAS reclaim and recycle discarded textiles and found objects. We create artworks using household and industrial waste as well as natural materials. We challenge ourselves to find new ways to use what others discard.

Our Heidelberg West studio complex is occupied by artists and makers from a range of disciplines who work together to create a community of like-minded creatives.

We participate in local activities, exhibit and sell members’ work.

Everyone is welcome – artists, makers & community members

Why Join TACAS

Member benefits include:

  • Sell your creations at our monthly Makers’ Market.

  • Run TACAS workshops if you have a skill or passion you’d like to share (with support from other members).

  • Run your own workshops or series in our dedicated workshop space.

  • Book our workshop space to work on your own projects.

  • Take part in TACAS exhibitions, member events and creative projects.

  • Purchase TACAS supplies at a discount.

  • Have access to use our basic design materials such as paint, pens, paper.

  • Library access. We have an extensive collection of textile books.

  • Access to our sewing machines and overlocker.

  • Use our printing-making facilities at a reasonable fee + materials at cost price.

  • Informal member-only gatherings – Stitch, Make Do and Mend, Eco Dyeing, Drawing, Printmaking and Clay Play interest groups. Find out more here.

  • Discounts on TACAS workshops and events.

  • Find out about our workshops and events first via our (ir)regular Member's Musings email.

  • Private member's Facebook group where we inspire and encourage each other in our creative and eco journeys

  • Member-only resources and videos.

  • Be part of a supportive, creative community.

Membership Cost

Membership is $30 per year

Your membership fee goes towards covering TACAS admin costs. TACAS is volunteer-run. We really appreciate your support.