Join local textile artist Meredith Smith to explore the world of mending and repurposing old or worn clothing. This is a beginner friendly class, but all experience levels are welcome! This workshop will guide participants in ways to reuse, repurpose, recycle, or mend a favorite garment. Old, worn, moth-holed, or outgrown does not mean useless or headed to a land fill. Learn new and innovative ways to bring new life into a much-loved garment. Basic sewing skills are suggested but not required.

Materials suggested:

• sharp sewing scissors
• seam ripper
• pin cushion with sharp pins and needles
• thread to match garment to be worked on and basting thread
• fabric marker or tailors chalk
• (optional) sewing machine

Cost:

Members: $30

Non-Members: $35

*All proceeds go to the educational mission of Enfield Shaker Museum Coming from a distance? Stay at the historic Great Stone Dwelling! Accommodations.