Repair & Alteration Basics

$65.00

Description

Repair & Alteration Basics focuses on practical sewing skills that help participants extend the life of their clothing. This workshop teaches essential mending and alteration techniques that address common clothing issues, empowering participants to fix rather than replace garments.

Participants are encouraged to bring items from their own closets to repair, creating immediate, real-world impact.

What Participants Will Learn

  • Hemming pants and skirts

  • Replacing buttons and fixing seams

  • Basic patching and visible mending techniques

  • Simple fit adjustments

  • Tools and techniques for everyday garment repair

Outcomes

Participants leave with repaired garments and the skills to maintain their wardrobes sustainably.

Why It Matters

Repair skills reduce textile waste, save money, and shift participants toward conscious consumption.

Description

Repair & Alteration Basics focuses on practical sewing skills that help participants extend the life of their clothing. This workshop teaches essential mending and alteration techniques that address common clothing issues, empowering participants to fix rather than replace garments.

Participants are encouraged to bring items from their own closets to repair, creating immediate, real-world impact.

What Participants Will Learn

  • Hemming pants and skirts

  • Replacing buttons and fixing seams

  • Basic patching and visible mending techniques

  • Simple fit adjustments

  • Tools and techniques for everyday garment repair

Outcomes

Participants leave with repaired garments and the skills to maintain their wardrobes sustainably.

Why It Matters

Repair skills reduce textile waste, save money, and shift participants toward conscious consumption.