Chip Packet Fuser - Eco-Creator & Community Upcycler
Chip Packet Project NZ supported by Volunteer Great Lake Taupō
We’re on a mission to turn shiny waste into warmth! At the Taupō Chip Packet Project, we create survival thermal blankets and ponchos from discarded chip packets, and we need your help fusing them into 2-metre-long strips.
What you'll do:
Join our Fusion Fun Days every two months for a 2-hour session at St Paul’s Church, Taupō
Learn how to fuse cleaned chip packets using an iron
Take your new skill home and fuse while watching TV, listening to music, or catching up with friends
Return your finished strips at your own pace, every piece counts!
Skills & Traits:
No experience needed - just a can-do, crafty attitude!
Patience and attention to detail help, but we’ll show you the ropes
A love for sustainability and helping others is a big plus
Why it matters: These fused strips are used to create insulated thermal blankets and ponchos for people experiencing homelessness or living in vulnerable situations. By keeping someone warm and dry, you're literally helping save lives!
Benefits:
Get crafty with a purpose
Be part of a welcoming community of change-makers
Reduce waste AND make a direct impact
Flexible volunteering that fits your lifestyle
Training and ongoing support provided!
Ready to help? All you need to do is show up to one of our Fusion Fun Days to get started. We'll supply the materials and guidance - you bring the good vibes. Start by clicking the apply button!