At Chou Rouge Creative, we’re not just about transforming spaces; we also strive to make a positive impact on the lives of the people around us. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of offering temporary work opportunities to our friends who find themselves between jobs or seeking a fresh start.

Offering Opportunities and Second Chances

These roles have often been more than just a way to bridge a financial gap—they’ve turned into opportunities for our friends to reconnect with their creative sides. From cutting and assembling our signature upcycled buntings to crafting bespoke props, every project has allowed them to use their hands, think creatively, and create something beautiful.

Creativity in Action

We’ve seen first-hand how this process has helped them rebuild their confidence, explore new skills, and rediscover a sense of purpose—all while having a bit of fun along the way. Whether it’s brainstorming vibrant colour schemes or piecing together intricate designs, it’s always a collaborative, joyous experience.

Rebuilding Confidence and Purpose

This approach reflects what Chou Rouge is all about: nurturing creativity, empowering individuals, and crafting beauty—in spaces and lives alike. We’re proud of the sense of community we’ve built, and we love that our work goes beyond events to support the people who’ve been part of our journey. If you’re curious about how our team crafts beauty while building connections, explore our latest projects or get in touch to collaborate.

At Chou Rouge Creative, sustainability is woven into the fabric of everything we do—quite literally! One of our proudest achievements is our collection of upcycled fabric buntings, a labor of love and creativity that began in 2019. What started as a simple idea has evolved into a vibrant symbol of our commitment to repurposing materials and creating beauty from the discarded.

The Beginnings: A Studio Full of Fabric

Back in 2019, we started experimenting with fabric buntings, salvaging remnants and scraps from various projects. At the time, it felt like a creative side project, but little did we know just how much material we would amass over the years. As projects came and went, our studio filled with bags upon bags of fabric bits—offcuts, remnants, and pieces too good to throw away but not immediately usable.

Fast forward a few years, and the bags had started to take over valuable space in our studio. It was February, a typically quiet month in the event industry, and we decided it was time to tackle the growing mountain of fabric. What followed was a weeks-long effort of tearing, cutting, and preparing the materials for their next chapter. It was a monumental task, but we were determined to turn these scraps into something beautiful and functional.

A Garden Project: Transforming Scraps into Bunting

When the weather finally warmed up, we moved our operation outside, transforming our garden into a temporary workshop. Armed with thread, scissors, and determination, we began piecing together the buntings. It was a long process, but the results were worth it: colourful, eclectic, and undeniably unique buntings that added a vibrant touch to events and venues.