Mending Circle: Creative Clothing Repair
Adult Class | Available
This hands-on class will introduce a variety of techniques for mending and refreshing your clothing, with a focus on hand sewing. We'll explore sashiko-inspired patching, embroidery (from the basics to more decorative techniques), darning, and creative ways to cover stains and extend the life of your favorite pieces.
Bring a few garments that could use some love, and we'll work together to repair, personalize, and give them a second life. Along the way, you'll build practical skills, gain confidence with simple repair techniques, and connect with others who are interested in making their wardrobes last longer.
This class is rooted in community, creativity, sustainability, and the joy of learning. You'll leave with repaired clothing, new skills, and inspiration to keep mending long after the class ends.
- Basic hand sewing skills preferred but not required.
Karen Kenney
KarenMaria is a classically trained French Tapestry Weaver and experienced weaver in the Navajo traditions (Pearl Sunrise, teacher). She sidelined her weaving career when the Columbine shootings spurred her into the desire to help youth and she earned her art teaching credentials to serve for 24 years in Colorado.
KarenMaria creates art that invites viewers to slow down, be in their sense of present moment visual experience to discover details and stories in the symbolism and craftsmanship of her work. She works in fiber, watercolor and collage and has shown her art is various fine art galleries in Colorado. Her IG is Lolygaggn.