Give new life to your beloved knits using visible and invisible mending techniques. Break away from the cycle of fast fashion and learn to fix holes, cover stains, and embellish wardrobe favorites.
One 2-hour session
Skills needed:
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Some Knitting or Crochet Experience Preferred
Skills learned:
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Darning
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Swiss darning
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Basic reweaving
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Simple embroidery
Materials:
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An item to be repaired or embellished (Search your closet, mending pile or thrift store), freshly washed or laundered.
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Yarn to match the gauge of the item to be repaired: we offer mini skeins in a rainbow of colors and weights, or use scrap yarn from your stash
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Tapestry needles to match yarn weight
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Darning mushroom or darning egg and rubber band (optional – instructor will have mending tools for you to try)
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Scissors
Preparation:
Before the first class, search your closet, mending pile, or thrift store for an item to mend. Please bring all materials to class!
