June Reuse and Rethink: Bike Inner Tubes!

We have so many black, rubber bicycle tubes in stock! Bulk items like this are great for stretching your brain and coming up with unique ideas to create something new! These materials could be used for: jewelry, upholstery, a Catwoman costume...the possibilities are endless! Instead of throwing out your inner tubes when they become flat, reimagine them! Here are a few examples from reuse artist and former ACR team member, Madison June (@onemademenagerie). 

 

Reuse & Rethink Contest: June 2021, Bike Inner Tubes

 

Guidelines for entry:

• Materials must be reused
• The submissions will be judged on three qualities: creativity, workmanship, & use of reused materials
• Submissions must be made on or before the deadline

 

Submission:

When you’ve completed your creation, please provide at least 2 photos of your art piece, your contact info and a short description of materials used. Submissions can be emailed to rethink@austincreativereuse.org 

Prize:

One winner will be notified  and receive a $10 Gift Card to ACR. They will also be announced on our social media, along with photos of their creation! Deadline: Wednesday, June 30th, 2021 

Want to enter but need a space to work on your creation? Join us for a ReThink Tank!

Now introducing the ReThink Tank! Each month, we'll fill our workshop with a variety of materials and tools for you to create based on the Reuse and Rethink contest. Come explore the challenge of bicycle tubes with us on Friday, June 11th and Friday, June 25th from 12pm - 4pm. No appointment or signup necessary, just drop in and stay for as long as you'd like! Participation is free but donations are much appreciated. Come ReThink with us!Find more inspo and ideas on our Pinterest Board!