The art of visible mending - creatively expressing the mends in clothing - has become a passionate undertaking and trend amongst many fashionistas and clothing repairers alike.
If you want to increase the wear of your favourite pieces that may have a small hole, stain or the fabric is just wearing a bit thin, we'd love to help you re-style and return these garments back into rotation with pride.
Learn the art of mending and hand-stitching one stitch and one mend at a time and simultaneously participate in slow fashion.
The fabulous Alicen will introduce you to the technique of visible mending, in this beginner level, 3-hour workshop. Beginning with an overview of basic stitches, you will learn how to darn and stitch to embellish on your pre-loved garments through thoughtful repairs. You will leave with a mended garment (or one in-progress).
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Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is suitable for adult beginners and young people 16yo+.
Some good basics to have (but not absolutely necessary as we can also show you how):
- know how to thread a sewing needle,
- know how to do a running stitch (the type of stitch you may have done in primary school)
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What do I need to bring?
Please bring a garment (or two, bring more if you're not sure) you'd like to repair with a small hole (about the size of a 50c coin or smaller) or perhaps a small stain. Nothing with a large rip or tear in the seam please, as this will be too difficult for this short workshop.
All other equipment will be supplied by The ReDress Hub.
If you'd like to continue your visible mending after the workshop we will recommend the tools and materials you can purchase, either directly from us or at another local sewing store.
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Group bookings:
The workshops at The ReDress Hub are perfect for group bookings - sharing these experiences with a group of friends, family or colleagues can not only create memorable occasions but are also perfect for sharing laughs, ideas and resources between you.
If you bring a group of 4+ people we'll not only offer you a group discount, but organise some special treats for you all to enjoy. Please contact us directly for more details.
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Where do I go?
We're excited to be able to run our workshop face-to-face in beautifully designed new workshop space at The ReDress Hub
The ReDress Hub is located at:
Shop 6&7, Quadrant Plaza, 94 York St, Launceston, Tasmania.
You can find us just behind Toyworld :) or up Clayton Lane from the fountain in the Quadrant Mall.
Super handy access to parking in the Care CarPark next door, with great cafes close by to fuel you up for all your workshop needs.
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What if I don't feel well?
If you have been or could have been exposed to COVID19 through travel or a close contact, please consider your attendance and or wearing a mask at the event.
If you have any symptoms and don't feel well please don't attend your workshop and get in touch with us for more details.
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More information or questions...?
For further information about The ReDress Hub please check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ReDressHub
Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, our best contact is redress.circularclothing@gmail.com or reach out via our social media.
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We hope to see you at The ReDress Hub soon!
