Eco-Blankets Workshops – creative ecology, rain or shine

Bojszowy proved that environmental education can be colourful, imaginative, and weatherproof.

Rain didn’t stop the green wave. Although the outdoor Eco Blankets Workshops had to be relocated indoors, their spirit of joy, collaboration, and ecological engagement remained untouched. On June 11, 2025, more than 100 participants gathered for hands-on eco-workshops organized by Joanna Dudek, eco-manager of Bojszowy Municipality, as part of the educational zone of the local eco-picnic.

Blankets, not desks

Initially scheduled to take place in Zandgruba Park, the event was moved to the gymnasium of the Gawlikowicz Primary School due to weather conditions. And that turned out to be a blessing – the space quickly filled with vibrant ideas and creative energy. The day started with a short introduction to the principles of the circular economy, followed by a series of practical, artistic activities focused on sustainability.

Each group took over its own “eco blanket” – young painters created colour palettes for glass painting, fabric designers turned old t-shirts into protest fashion, and eco-builders experimented with making paper pulp. Just when creativity was peaking – the rain returned. But so did the resilience. Blankets were packed up and the workshops continued back inside. Luckily, the weather soon cleared up and the participants proudly showcased their eco-creations outside on the school courtyard.

Ecology made fun – and meaningful

The programme included:

• Eco quizzes and charades – team challenges testing knowledge about recycling, circular economy, and air protection.
• Second life for blue skies – old t-shirts turned into reusable shopping bags, promoting right to repair and textile reuse.
• Talking t-shirts – personalized cotton tees with eco-slogans, giving voice to environmental values.
• Jars from Bojszowy – upcycling glass jars with colourful paintings and a new purpose.
• Ecology in the kitchen – decorating carrot cupcakes and making fruit snacks while learning about food waste prevention.

A lesson you can feel

This wasn’t just another school day – it was a celebration of creativity, shared responsibility, and real change. Every t-shirt, jar, and quiz became a carrier of knowledge, care, and green optimism. The Eco Blankets Workshops showed that environmental education can be not only effective, but playful, vibrant, and full of positive energy.