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.
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
Participants leave with repaired garments and the skills to maintain their wardrobes sustainably.
Repair skills reduce textile waste, save money, and shift participants toward conscious consumption.
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.
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
Participants leave with repaired garments and the skills to maintain their wardrobes sustainably.
Repair skills reduce textile waste, save money, and shift participants toward conscious consumption.