Join the Kororoit Creek Neighbourhood House for a hands-on workshop dedicated to reinforcing and repairing beloved garments.
Whether it’s a torn shirt, a busted crotch, or worn-out pants, this workshop is about reinforcing and repairing those rips and tears. Simply bring along a piece of clothing, cushions or furnishings are welcome too, and learn a straightforward patching technique to mend it.
These techniques are ideal for woven fabrics. Those unsure about suitability are welcome to bring a few items for assessment.
Facilitated by Julia English, a current PhD candidate at RMIT University, this workshop taps into her expertise in local reuse practices. Julia’s research delves into remanufacturing and upcycling collaborations. With a background in fashion design, she has showcased her work internationally and participated in design challenges with organisations like VF Asia and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Julia also shares her repair skills via social media (julia.english) and contributes to RMIT’s repair café and local council repair workshops.
Got a tricky repair or unique material? Email juliajayneenglish@gmail.com with a photo, and Julia will ensure she brings the appropriate materials to fix your item.
The workshop will take place at the Kororoit Creek Neighbourhood House, 61a Selwyn Street, Sunshine, on May 11, from 2-4pm.
No sewing experience is necessary.
Details: https://events.brimbank.vic.gov.au/clothing-repair-workshop/
