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Introduction to Felted Repair and Darning



This will be a relaxed and approachable workshop suitable for beginners to learn how to repair your clothing or other textiles using needle felting and darning techniques. These are some of the simplest techniques to repair your clothing. We'll also explore options for creative, visible mending to add a little extra flare!

Do you have a stack of socks that all have the same pesky hole in the toe? Or a sweater that has been attacked by moths? This class will give these items a new lease on life and help keep them in your wardrobe. Learning to mend can help you save money and reduce your impact on the environment. The most sustainable clothes are the ones already in your closet!

Rachel Weigelt is the owner and operator of Frayed Threads Mending in northeast Seattle, where she offers textile mending and tailoring services.

Supplies provided by the teacher:
* Darning Needle
* Embroidery Needle
* Felting Needle
* Small bundle of wool roving
* Small card of darning yarn for your project
* Knitwear Sample, if needed
* Printed hand-out

What to bring:
* An item or items of clothing that you'd like to repair. For felting this could be a sweater, sock, knit hat, or wool jacket. For darning this could be any of the options listed for felting or anythin else that has a rip or hole you'd like to fill.
* If you don't have something you'd like to bring, a knitwear sample can be provided.

Class minimum - 3 students
If the class minimum is not met, students will be notified prior to the class start date and a full refund will be given.



Skill Level:
beginner
Instructor Name:
Rachel Weigelt

Introduction to Felted Repair and Darning

Cost:
$ 65.00