Learn the Basics of Mending

New to mending? Learning how to fix your clothes is a great life skill that will help to keep your favourite items going for longer.

In this class, Meret of Re_Thrindle will teach you basic mending techniques, including fixing seams and hems, re-attaching buttons, and simple patching. Bring an item in need of mending, all other materials will be provided.

What to expect:

  • Learn a range of stitching techniques and simple patching
  • Learn beginner-friendly repair skills
  • Repair a well-loved item of clothing

This workshop is best for broken seams, missing buttons, minor mends.

Age restrictions: 18+

Adult £25

What people are saying

★★★★★
Moa
Jun 2024

Had so much fun with this - definitely felt like I came away with some new skills for life!

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★★★★★
Martyna Sikonczyk
Feb 2024

Lovely experience, and I learned a lot!

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How to get there

On the day

  • Meet Meret in the fashion department workshop space at Sparks Bristol (it’s the yellow corner next to the rework atelier). Bring an item to work on.
  • If you’re unsure which would be the best workshop for mending your item, contact Meret through Yuup.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 7 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 7 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

Meret Faerber (She/Her)

Hi. My name is Meret and I love sewing and sharing my skills. I am a sustainable fashion workshops facilitator, hosting workshops all things mending and upcycling!

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