Dustin's Visible Mending Class

Learn visible mending techniques to repair, reuse, and add life and personality to your ripped or worn clothing with creative hand stitching Learn how to repair your favorite clothing using visible mending techniques 🩷 This beginner-friendly class is designed for people with little to no sewing experience, as well as those who have tried basic mending and want to improve their skills. Bring an item of clothing that needs some love, learn how to patch it, and give it new life with colorful stitching and fabric! Hosts: Dustin & Rose Teacher: Dustin What to Bring • ✂️ A pair of scissors • 👖 An item you'd like to mend (pants, shirt, skirt, bag, etc.) • 🧶 Patch fabric in a color or pattern you like Acceptable fabrics (non-stretchy only): ✅ Denim ✅ Cotton ✅ Canvas ✅ Linen ✅ Corduroy 🚫 No leather or stretchy fabrics, please! (Not suitable for this class) Good to know: Rips on pant legs (thighs, knees, calves) are generally easier to mend than those around the hips or butt. We recommend choosing an easier repair for your first project. 🪡 We Will Provide • Plenty of embroidery thread • One needle per participant, yours to take home. ❓ Frequently Asked Questions What is patch fabric? Patch fabric is a piece of fabric used to cover or reinforce a damaged area of clothing. Choose something with a color or pattern you enjoy! It should be a non-stretchy fabric, such as cotton, denim, or linen. It is best if the patch material is significantly larger than the area you intend to patch. Why aren't stretchy fabrics allowed? Stretchy fabrics are significantly more challenging to work with, especially when you're learning. We're keeping things simple and beginner-friendly What skill level is this class for? This is a beginner class, welcoming everyone from "I've never held a needle and thread!" to "I've done a few small repairs and want to improve my skills." 🌈 Event Guidelines 🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQIA+ Friendly This is a welcoming, rainbow-friendly event 🥪 Food & Drink This is not a potluck event. There is limited space for a shared food. Please arrive having already eaten or bring food for yourself. There is a mexican restaurant down the street if you find yourself hungry halfway through. Water, coffee, and tea will be available. ♿ Accessibility The event will take place in a space accessed through a side entrance of the main house. Do not knock at the front door to access event. • Enter through the gate on the right side of the driveway. • Follow a roughly 75-foot walkway to the entrance which will be the second door on the left. • The concrete walkway has some uneven areas and bumps. Watch your step. • There are two steps up into the house. Wheelchair access may be challenging. Please contact the organizer if you have further questions about accessibility. SCENT-FREE EVENT The hosts have scent allergies. Please be considerate and avoid using scented products when preparing for this event. 🚫 No perfume, cologne, or fragranced body products. 🚫 No Smoking or Drinking at this event. 👨‍👩‍👧 Bringing Children (Ask First) Children who are interested in participating and learning to sew may be welcome. Please contact the organizer in advance to discuss. 📧 Questions? Email: [email protected] 🎟️ TICKETS & PAYMENT Ticket Cost: $10/person All attendees must register through Eventbrite, even if paying separately. There are several payment options available. 1) DEFAULT -> pay via EVENTBRITE Purchase your $10 ticket directly through Eventbrite. Additional processing fees apply. 2) EPAY — Skip Eventbrite Fees Use promo code EPAY at checkout, then send payment after your ticket is confirmed. $10/person Venmo (Preferred): @dustinoxfordvenmo.com/u/dustinoxford Select the correct payment option so your app doesn't add or deduct fees. Include the event date and "Mending Class" in the payment note. 3) CASH Use promo code CASH at checkout, then pay Dustin directly at the event. 4) FREE If the cost of a ticket would keep you from attending for any reason, use promo code FREE at checkout. No questions asked. 5) HALF OFF Use promo code HALF at checkout for a 50% discount if paying full price is a barrier. $5/person