Clothing Repair Workshop: Sashiko For Mending

A beginner-friendly two-hour workshop learning Japanese Sashiko hand-sewing techniques to mend clothes.

Hilary Mends leads an intimate, beginner-friendly two-hour workshop on repairing jeans and other woven garments using the Japanese art of Sashiko. The session covers selecting the right tools, considering fabric and thread, and exploring different examples and applications. All materials are provided, and attendees can bring an item of clothing for group advice, taking home a sample swatch, an information sheet and ideas for mending their own clothes. Suitable for beginners or those with some sewing knowledge; under-16s must attend with a parent or legal guardian.