Mending in May

We're running two special ArtLAB sessions for young people aged 13-25 years old. Learn to sew and upcycle textiles with the knowledgeable, patient team from the School of Sewing and Upcycling in a friendly, inclusive environment. 

When:

• Tuesday 7 May | 4-5:30 PM
• Tuesday 14 May | 4-5:30 PM

Where: Altona Meadows STEAM Centre – 2 Newham Way, Altona Meadows 3028
Cost: Free
Bookings are not required: First come – first CREATE!

Click here to learn more about ArtLAB.

Do you have moth holes in your favourite wool scarf? Or worn out elbows on your cosy knit jumper? In this workshop you'll learn to mend and embellish your pre-loved woolly pieces in a fun and creative environment.

When: Wednesday 22 May | 6-8 PM 
Where: Altona Library – 123 Queen Street, Altona Victoria 3018
Cost: Free
BOOK HERE

What we'll cover

• Mending basics
• How to prepare your woollens for repair
• How to colour match wool to repair as invisibly as possible
• How to add colour to your woollens for a visible repair
• Different types of darning
• Needle felting

What to bring

• Your woollens that have stains, rips or holes that need repairing
• Fabric, thread or embellishments you may like to add
• Most importantly, bring your imagination and enthusiasm!

When: Thursday 23 May | 6-8 PM 
Where: Altona Meadows STEAM Centre – 2 Newham Way, Altona Meadows 3028
Cost: Free
BOOK HERE

What we'll cover

• How to safely operate an electric sewing machine
• Basic trouble shooting skills
• How to use the instruction manual and accessories that come with a machine
• Which machine needles are best used on different fabrics
• Variety of techniques including:
  • straight stitching
  • zigzag stitching
  • hand sewing
  • basic patching
  • machine applique
  • decorative stitches

In this workshop, you'll learn practical ways to mend your clothes, plus turn them into unique, wearable works of art with the beautiful art of applying Sashiko patches.

When: Wednesday 29 May | 6-8 PM 
Where: Altona Library – 123 Queen Street, Altona Victoria 3018
Cost: Free
BOOK HERE

What we'll cover

• Sewing basics
• Different hand-stitching techniques
• How to apply Sashiko patches
  
  

What to bring

• Your clothes and/or household textiles that have stains, rips or holes that need repairing.
• Any special fabric, thread or embellishments you may want to add into your design.
• Most importantly, bring your imagination and enthusiasm!