The Art of Mending

When it comes to the clothes we love, every rip, stain, and imperfection is an invitation to exercise agency, expression, and an opportunity to show the garment how much we appreciate it.

This class is cared for by the whimsical Aisha, a multidisciplinary artist with a passion for empowering the mending process. Each month on Wednesday evenings Aisha will introduce us to a different technique for reviving our beloved textile pieces. If you're like us and have a box of clothing in need of repairs that never seems to empty... this is the club for you. With three events a month we'll inspire each other to creatively care for those pieces we love! This club is also perfect for anyone who loves learning new skills. Techniques we'll cover are lino printing, patching, darning, felting, embroidery, beading, sashiko, fabric painting and more! All materials and tools are supplied at each class - but you are welcome to bring your own. We highly encourage bringing those clothes or other textile items that need some love and repair.

There is no need to attend every class. We can catch you up on the skill at which ever class you choose to join us at. There are single class tickets or monthly sign ups available. Both of these have variable pricing options, unwaged/student, waged, and generous. Please choose whichever option feels right for you and your circumstances!

In August we are Lino Printing!
Class 02: 20th August
At this class Aisha will take us through the process of designing and cutting our own lino to print with! You're welcome to keep going with the pre cut designs as well. Lino and carving tools will be supplied.

Class 03: 27th August
This class will be open to what you want to work on! Bring in larger project items, print with the lino cuts you made in the previous week, or cut some fresh ones!

In September we are patching!
Class 01: 10th September
Aisha will take us through the process of sewing on patches. Patches that we printed in the August classes will be available for this. You're welcome to bring your own patches as well. Please bring something that needs a patch up or a little bit of decoration.

Class 02: 17th September
At this class we will learn how to appliqué, the process of using scrap fabric to make decorative patches. This is a great way to elevate a rip or stain with some visible mending.

Class 03: 24th September
At this last class of the month we'll be open for all the patching needs. Hang out and finish projects we've started or mend some extra items.

Be sure to check our website or here for updates about techniques coming up in the following months.