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Visible Mending Workshop

  • Firefly Fiber Arts Studio 2860 North Milwaukee Avenue Chicago, IL, 60618 United States (map)

Learn the basics of hand sewing with visible mending techniques for repairing your clothes!

Join us for a creative and practical workshop focused on visible mending. Discover the art of giving new life to worn or torn clothing through decorative stitching and patching techniques. In this hands-on session, you'll learn various methods to mend and embellish garments, turning flaws into distinctive features. Whether you're a beginner or experienced in sewing, this workshop will inspire you to elevate your mending skills while reducing environmental impact. Unleash your creativity and give your wardrobe a unique and sustainable touch!

Get guidance in how to identify woven fabrics, learn about the best tools and materials for repairing woven garments, and learn how to create both practical and decorative stitches for giving your worn out clothing a second life!

Earlier Event: February 1
Deep Dyed Yarns Trunk Show
Later Event: February 16
My First Knit Socks Workshop