Swap Shop is the centre of sustainable material learning and exchange at Central Saint Martins, turning waste into creative opportunity.
We connect and educate students and staff through the reuse of surplus materials, extending material lifecycles and lowering environmental impact. By repurposing surplus materials, we cut emissions, reduce landfill waste and support a circular economy.
How does it work?
- Students and staff can exchange materials or come have a chat with our knowledgeable team on Tuesdays and Thursdays 11am-4pm at the Airstream in the Street.
- While you don’t need to donate or swap materials to take something, please consider other users and only take what you need.
What materials does Swap Shop stock?
Our stock depends on what has been donated, but we welcome the following materials:
- wood, plastic, wax, clay, tape, paper, screws, acrylic, cardboard, fabric, blue tack, needles, sequins, trimmings, fixings, foam, pins, clips, string, vinyl, lino, paint, ink, rope, thread, ribbon and more!
- We don’t accept flammables, sharp objects, electronics, poisons, corrosives, drugs, or pressurised containers.
We gratefully receive donations from external partners and donors. If you are interested in working with us, please email swapshop@arts.ac.uk.
Join us in building a more circular and responsible future by sharing, saving, learning and creating with the planet in mind.