What is CREATIVE REUSE?

Creative Reuse is what we are all about! Also known as upcycling or repurposing, creative reuse is when you add creativity to an already manufactured item and give it a new (or renewed) function.

REVAMP collects excess materials from the public that can be reused and given new life. We prevent resources from becoming waste by reselling these supplies to the public for a bargain. Donations are also passed along to local teachers, and help supply community workshops and events with creative materials.

Every purchase supports arts education, diverts waste from landfills, and fuels creativity across Tuolumne County!

How to donate

If you have a “banker’s box” size box or a grocery bag of donations, you can drop them off anytime the store is open (check for the latest hours).

If you have a larger donation, please follow these steps:

  1. Call our donation line at 209.651.0066 or email jen@tuolumnecountyarts.org and tell us the size of your donation and make a donation appointment.
  2. Make sure your items are CLEAN, well organized, and still usable.
  3. Meet at the scheduled time, either at our shop at 21 N. Washington or schedule a pick-up at your location, and receive a receipt for tax purposes – REVAMP is a non-profit project!

THANK YOU! Your donations supports arts education, diverts waste from landfills, and fuels creativity across Tuolumne County!

Donation items list

  • PAPER
    lined & unlined, color, pattern, or plain
    writing, drawing, painting pads & tablets
    stationary, origami, construction, watercolor
    scrapbook, postcards, photographs
    calendars, maps, wall paper, gift wrap
    matte, chip, foam board & cards
    vintage magazines (older than 1990)
    art books
  • SEWING: FABRIC & NOTIONS
    fabric pieces larger than 12″x12″ or cut quilt squares
    burlap, leather, elastic, lace, fur, vinyl
    batting, stuffing, piping & cording, yarn, thread (scraps on approval)
    embroidery, needlepoint, sequins, buttons, glitter
    needles, hooks, pins, uncut patterns, sewing tools, zippers
  • FINE ARTS
    brushes, paints (art not house), dyes, pens, pencils
    markers, crayons, chalk, pastels
    canvas
  • WOOD & METAL
    small sized items, larger on approval
  • MISC. & CRAFT
    feathers, shells, jewelry parts, ribbons, marbles, cigar boxes
    craft tools, scissors, tape, glue, rulers, labels, stickers
    stamps and stamp pads/inks, erasers, beads, CDs, slides
    costumes, vintage toys, wax and wicks, lenses, clay
    seasonal items on approval

Abandoned orders disclaimer

All orders that are not picked up within 30 days will be considered abandoned, and items will be placed back into our inventory. No refunds will be given. If you are having trouble picking up your order, please reach out to us by emailing shop@tuolumnecountyarts.org and we will work with you to get you your items!

Hand dipping brush in orange paint