1.5-Hour Hands-On Workshop
Give your clothes a second life while learning practical skills you’ll use again and again. In this beginner-friendly mending workshop, you’ll learn how to make common clothing repairs by hand perfect for everyday wear, favorite pieces, and sustainability-minded living.
Students will bring a few garments to class and receive guided, step-by-step instruction on basic mending techniques. You’ll leave feeling confident repairing small tears, sewing on buttons, and hand-hemming garments at home.
No sewing experience required.
Sewing on buttons (flat and shank)
Repairing small tears and holes
Hand sewing a hem
Essential hand stitches for mending
Tips for strengthening repairs and extending garment life
2–3 garments needing basic repairs
(small tears, loose hems, missing buttons, etc.)
Use of mending tools
Thread, needles, and practice materials
Hands-on instruction and personalized help