Saturday, August 9

Visible Mending Workshop

ALL AGES

Learn to mend by hand using techniques like patching, blanket stitch, & sashiko. Leave with skills, a kit, & something repaired.

By Jan Miyabara

Date and time

Location

Aki & Co Studio

3265 Fletcher Drive Los Angeles, CA 90065

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours
ALL AGES
Free venue parking

Patch, Stitch, Repair: An Visible Mending Workshop

Come slow down and stitch with intention at Aki & Co's cozy creative studio. In this beginner-friendly, two-hour workshop, you'll learn practical and beautiful techniques to extend the life of your clothing using visible mending.

We’ll cover:

How to patch worn or damaged areas by hand
The blanket stitch, used to secure and decorate edges
A brief history of Sashiko and how to apply simple patterns
Tips for working with different fabrics and placing your mends intentionally

This is a creative, meditative practice rooted in sustainability and care. Whether you’re hoping to fix a favorite pair of jeans or simply want to learn a new skill, this workshop is a great place to start.

🧰 All materials will be provided, including a stitch template and a take-home mending kit with thread, needles, and fabric patches. You're welcome to bring a garment of your own to work on, or use the materials provided to practice. You'll also have access to my selection of threads and fabrics but feel free to bring your own materials.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Location: Aki & Co Studio 3265 Fletcher Dr, Glassell Park, CA 90065

Duration: 2 hours

Skill level: Beginner-friendly

✨ Come mend with us and make something worn feel new again!

Organized by

Jan Miyabara

Led by Jan Miyabara, an embroidery artist with a background in fashion and graphic design, Aki & Co workshops are designed to inspire creativity and confidence through hands-on making. Rooted in tradition and guided by a modern eye, each event offers a welcoming space to slow down, stitch with intention, and connect with the art of needlework—no prior experience needed.