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Visible mending workshop

Thu 26 October 2023
10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Hawthorn Arts Centre

360 Burwood Road
Hawthorn VIC 3122

Cost
$40
$32 concession
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10/26/2023 10:00 am 10/26/2023 12:30 pm Visible mending workshop Do you have a much-loved garment in need of repair?Learn the art of visible mending to save precious garments from landfill. Using visible stitches, patches, and other embellishments, participants will learn how to repair and repurpose clothes, embracing their flaws and imperfections rather than trying to hide or erase them.Develop the skills to repair small holes in clothes and gain a new perspective on the importance of repairing and upcycling, as well as the impact our clothing choices have on the environment. Join us on this creative and sustainable journey!Some materials provided. Participants are encouraged to bring one or 2 garments in need of repair.'Visible mending workshop' is proudly presented by Boroondara Arts and Living for our Future teams as a part of the 'Make, Mend, Do: Crafting a circular economy' program. You can see the full program on our Make, Mend, Do page.This event is part of Craft Contemporary 2023, an annual festival delivered by Craft Victoria.Other ways to bookYou can also book tickets by phone, using a credit card or debit card. Credit card surcharges apply, find out more on our Payments page. To book a ticket by phone, you can call us on (03) 9278 4770 and select option 1. You will need to provide your payment details.Accessibility in this spaceAccessibility features include:Accessible car parkingAccessible drop-off areaAutomatic doorsAccessible toiletsRampsClear signageLiftsQuiet areasWide passageways , City of Boroondara [email protected] Australia/Melbourne public

Event details

Do you have a much-loved garment in need of repair?

Learn the art of visible mending to save precious garments from landfill. Using visible stitches, patches, and other embellishments, participants will learn how to repair and repurpose clothes, embracing their flaws and imperfections rather than trying to hide or erase them.

Develop the skills to repair small holes in clothes and gain a new perspective on the importance of repairing and upcycling, as well as the impact our clothing choices have on the environment. Join us on this creative and sustainable journey!

Some materials provided. Participants are encouraged to bring one or 2 garments in need of repair.

'Visible mending workshop' is proudly presented by Boroondara Arts and Living for our Future teams as a part of the 'Make, Mend, Do: Crafting a circular economy' program. You can see the full program on our Make, Mend, Do page.

This event is part of Craft Contemporary 2023, an annual festival delivered by Craft Victoria.

Other ways to book

You can also book tickets by phone, using a credit card or debit card. Credit card surcharges apply, find out more on our Payments page. 

To book a ticket by phone, you can call us on (03) 9278 4770 and select option 1. You will need to provide your payment details.

Accessibility in this space

Accessibility features include:

  • Accessible car parking
  • Accessible drop-off area
  • Automatic doors
  • Accessible toilets
  • Ramps
  • Clear signage
  • Lifts
  • Quiet areas
  • Wide passageways
Book now
Contact
Boroondara Arts team
(03) 9278 4770
Make, Mend, Do page
[email protected]
Category
Classes and workshops
Sustainability and environment
Talks and interest groups