Inspired by historical mending practices, this workshop will explore hand stitching and embroidery techniques to increase the longevity of what’s already in your closet! We will cover iron on patching to embroidery so that everyone will feel empowered to mend whatever hole or snag comes their way (children’s clothes anyone…).

Workshop attendees will receive mending kits with all materials needed, including needles, thread, pins, thimble, tailor’s chalk, fusible interfacing, iron patching material, a digital booklet for following along and more.

Please bring a clothing item or two to practice your new mending skills – woven fabrics (non-stretch) work best.

No sewing experience required.

Limited to 12 attendees.

4 spots available for Non-Members.

About The Quilted Queer

The Quilted Queer, owned by Chelsie “CJ” Nectow, celebrates quilts and textiles of the past by reimagining them for the present and future as heirloom garments for ALL bodies. Each piece is handcrafted with care and an impeccable eye for detail in owner CJ’s NYC apartment. With both ready-to-wear and custom pieces, CJ gives new life to textiles found tucked away in corners of attics and antique stores, while prioritizing size and accessibility needs. With over a decade of teaching experience in the arts, CJ loves combine her passions for teaching and sustainable fashion to pass along tips for extending the life of a closet through mending techniques.