“We used to care a lot about our clothes. We didn’t have many but those we had were important to us. We’d cherish them, repair them and pass them on”.
Patrick Grant from his book Less (2024).
Visible Mending with Vicky Cutler of re_paire
From Despair to Repair
When?
Sunday, July 13, 2025
10.30-2pm
$150
Got a beloved item of clothing that’s been worn (and torn) a little too much? Don’t toss it—revive it! Join textile designer Vicky Cutler for a hands-on, heart-led workshop in visible mending.
Bring your much loved but damaged garment, and Vicky will guide you through a variety of creative, decorative techniques to repair, strengthen, disguise, or even celebrate the wear and tear. Whether it’s a hole, a stain, or a mystery mishap, Vicky will help you transform it into something even better than before.
With her background in textile design and a flair for vibrant colour, Vicky turns mending into an art form. She’s passionate about reducing textile waste and rethinking how we value our clothes—and she’ll show you how mending can be joyful, sustainable, and totally unique to you.
The session begins with an introduction to basic stitches and embroidery techniques. Vicky will also share insights into working with colour, showing how thoughtful choices can elevate a simple repair into a design feature. Then, with Vicky's guidance, you'll apply what you've learned directly to your garment, turning flaws into features and adding personal flair to every stitch ,helping it become the best possible version of itself once again.
It’s fun.
It’s creative.
It’s soul-filling.
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Once you have booked we will send you a list of requirements. Please make sure to attach your phone number and email address when you purchase.
We will take a break for lunch half way through. Stanmore has great cafes to purchase lunch from!
Skill level: confident beginners to experienced sewers.
