Intro to Darning (Virtual)
Darning is a simple and essential mending technique that everyone would do well to have in their skill set. Thanks to fast fashion, it is a bit of a lost art, but those who practice it love it because it:
- extends the life of your belongings
- requires no special tools
- is a miniature and mobile fiber art (great for multitasking)
- is a versatile technique with lots of room for creative experimentation
- feels like a real life super power!
This 90 minute lesson will cover:
Darning tools and materials
Mending rules of thumb
Step by step demonstration and discussion of the three main darning styles:
English
Scotch
Swiss
Q & A (and, if you like, expert advice on specific items in your mending pile)
Bring a needle, some thread and your mending pile, and we’ll send you home with the skills you need to get started!
Class will be held via zoom on September 17th from 10am-11:30amPST. Class will be recorded and sent out after incase you miss it.
*If our classes are not financially affordable for you, we invite you to apply for our scholarship program! Scroll to the bottom of this page to apply.
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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| Instructor: | Miranda Taylor |
| Instructor Bio: | Miranda is a Seattle based mending enthusiast who runs a mending service and small online haberdashery, called Lemon Loom, which specializes in tools and materials for textile repair. |
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