Functional Embroidery: Visible Mending Workshop
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Functional Embroidery: Visible Mending Workshop

  • Ages 12+

Learn functional and creative mending techniques to turn your old clothes into unique pieces of wearable art.

By Make at Rosie

Date and time

Thursday, May 22 · 6 - 8pm CDT

Location

Make at Rosie - Community Makerspace, Burnet Road, Austin, TX, USA

8711 Burnet Road B30 Austin, TX 78757

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours
  • Ages 12+
  • Free venue parking

Welcome to Embroidery 101: Visible Mending! Join us at Make at Rosie - Community Makerspace on Burnet Road in Austin, TX, USA for a fun and creative in-person event. Learn the art of visible mending through embroidery techniques that not only repair but also enhance your clothing. This hands-on workshop will teach you how to turn tears and holes into unique and stylish designs. No experience necessary - just bring your enthusiasm and a piece of clothing in need of some love! Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot today.

✨ Learn the Art of Visible Mending

In this hands-on workshop, you'll discover the beauty of visible mending through embroidery. Bring your own torn or worn-down piece of clothing and learn how to mend it with charming embroidery designs. We'll cover:

  • Satin and Buttonhole Stitches: Master these essential stitches to create beautiful and durable repairs.
  • Basic Sashiko: Explore the traditional Japanese technique of decorative reinforcement stitching.
  • Decorative Stitches: Learn the fly and lazy daisy stitches to add flair to your mending projects.


🛠️ All-Inclusive Supplies and Instructions

Just bring the clothing you’d like to repair. Don't worry about gathering the other supplies—we've got everything you need. You’ll get to use:

  • Embroidery needles and thread in every color
  • Basic thread for basting
  • Heat erase pens/chalk
  • Rulers and hoops
  • Scraps/backing fabric for larger tears

Plus, you'll receive 1:1 attention and step-by-step handouts so you can continue your new skill at home.


🎨 Unleash Your Creativity

Visible mending is more than just a repair—it's a form of self-expression. Our workshop encourages you to infuse your unique style into each stitch, turning ordinary garments into extraordinary works of art. Expect plenty of laughter, fun, and camaraderie.


🎉 Connect and Create

Join a community of like-minded individuals. Share stories, learn from each other, and create lasting memories while stitching in our warm and welcoming environment.


👉 Reserve Your Spot Today!

Ready to embark on your visible mending adventure? Secure your spot now for a day filled with creativity, learning, and fun. Space is limited to ensure personalized attention, so RSVP today! Ages 10 and up.

Organized by

Make at Rosie is a community makerspace for women, nonbinary folx, and allies to create together.

$25.09May 22 · 6:00 PM CDT