ABOUT THIS EVENT

Event Category

Education

Event Overview

Are you tired of your clothes withering away? Do you have shirts missing buttons, skirts too long, or a great piece with a stain on it? You've come to the right place!

I've been selling vintage clothing professionally for 10 years, and I have a background in textiles. Because of my business, I've run into MANY challenges - stains I didn't catch before I sold the item, missing buttons, loose hems, you name it, I've seen it.

I prefer hand-stitching to many of the options on the sewing machine. I am a former flight attendant, so I had to be resourceful on my days away from home when buttons were lost and stitches were loose! I love using a basic needle and thread and I believe learning just a few tricks will save you time, money and give you some serious satisfaction!

In this workshop, you will learn how to sew on a button with a shank, stitch a blind hem, recognize different fabrics & how to care for them, as well as other tips and the best way to care for your clothing, vintage or not. I can also teach you how to re-size skirts and dresses using darts if you'd like, this part is optional!

*While I try to be as green as possible (I try not to use many chemicals) there are going to be some harsh chemicals used, but nothing you cannot buy at a general grocery store.

What to Bring

Any items you'd like to fix, mend, sew, etc.

Minimum age

All ages welcome

What's Provided

Yes - needle, thread, buttons, fabric

Location