Visible Mending Workshop for Beginners

In this welcoming, beginner-friendly darning class in London, you'll learn different ways to darn (creating a woven patch) to repair holes in your clothes. You will also learn how to repair worn or damaged areas where a hole hasn't fully emerged. These techniques can also be used to cover stains or work as an embellishment in their own right.The class is aimed at beginners, but those with sewing experience are very welcome too. You'll have time to sit and stitch together and really practice your new skill, ensuring you leave ready to (and excited about) approaching your mend pile.We'll start at the very beginning -- we'll show you the best way to thread a needle and how to start a hand-sewing project without using any knots, so there's nothing uncomfortable against your skin once you wear the finished garment. We'll look at the different types of yarn and thread that are best suited for each fabric and explore ways to play with colour, texture, and shape so that your mends are beautiful as well as functional, whether they're discreet or distinctive.Accessibility: Unfortunately, there is no wheelchair access. We are situated on the first floor. To those with allergies, I have two cats, who, although won't be taking part in the class, do use the room we'll be in on other occasions. All materials will be provided, including darning mushrooms, thread, needles, fabric to practice on, and a take-home sheet that covers everything taught on the day. Read more details