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A relaxed afternoon of mindful mending. Design and create your own colourful darned patch.Do your favorite jeans need mending? Or is there an old jumper at the back of your wardrobe that needs an update? Visible mending is a fantastic way to extend the life of your clothes, reduce overconsumption, be creative and learn a new skill in the process!
This workshop will focus on creative darning, a versitile technique that can be used to repair denim, knitwear and many other textiles. You are welcome to bring your own garment in need of a patch, or practice with provided samples. I will take you through the process of designing and creating a patch, using plaid patterns and tabby weave to create a simple but impactful repair.
What to expect
• Four hour, half-day workshop�
• Materials and equipment provided�
• Bring your own mend, or practice with provided materials�
• Tea and coffee�
• Relaxed and welcoming environment�
• Personalised tuition and help to design and create your darned patch
Materials
• vintage cotton embroidery threads�
• garment of your choice�
• denim/cotton practice samples
What will I take away?
A darned garment or sample with a colourful woven patch of your own design.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Haddenham Arts Centre, 20, High Street ,Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
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