BOOK TALK WITH MARY V MORTON & JEANNA WIGGER, STITCH IT, DON'T DITCH IT
MONDAY 4TH AUGUST, 7PM-9PM
EH49 HUB, THE VENNEL, LINLITHGOW
Join us for an evening with the authors, followed by a mending circle hosted by textile upcycling group ReFab!
Mastering the art of mending just requires a few simple sewing techniques which can extend the life of your wardrobe and your treasured clothing. Stitch it, Don’t Ditch It will guide you through the fundamentals of mending, from the kit you’ll need, how to tackle different types of repair to the core skills covering the common mends that will help you fix 90% of your clothes. Aimed at those with limited or no sewing skills, this book provides step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, including how to thread a needle, replace a button, back stitch a torn seam, rescue ladders and snags in knitwear. Mary V Morton and Jeanna Wigger show readers how to choose the appropriate technique for your repair, fabric terminology and the anatomy of garments, making this the ultimate guide to those who want to be less wasteful and more sustainable. Learn to darn socks, sew on patches, hem trousers, and stop fraying with this ultimate immersive guide to mending for anyone who wants to have a more sustainable style.
After hearing from the authors, you are invited to take part in a mending circle, where local textile upcycling group ReFab can help you repair your clothing, putting into practice many of the methods in the book. Bring an item of clothing with you that needs attention, and ReFab will work with you to make it fabulous again!
TICKETS £5