Visible mending is not only a great way to give a beloved garment a new lease on life, it’s also a meditative exercise in creative expression and recycling! Join us for this special workshop to lea…
Have you been looking for a way to add the visual appeal of styles like sashiko mending and visible mending to your projects? Maybe some of your favorite clothes need a little love (ours always do!) and you want to learn how to easily darn socks or mend a hole in a sweater? Our Darning & Mending Loom Kit includes all of the tools you need to repair a hole in a knitted garment, making it easy to do it yourself. Follow the enclosed simple instructions and you’ll be mending clothing and accessories in no time! Thanks to the unique construction of our Darning Loom, accomplishing more creative or complicated mends is easier than with a traditional darning egg or darning mushroom. Choose from our original Smaller Darning Loom Kit (perfect for sock darning or fixing smaller holes), and an add-on Heddle Expansion Pack for the Smaller Darning Loom Kit. Included in the SMALLER Darning Loom Kit: 1 x Darning Loom 1 x Heddle (approximately 1.5" long) 1 x Elastic Tie 1 x Tapestry Needle 1 x Instruction Pamphlet The Heddle Expansion Pack with three larger heddles with three teeth sizes allows the Smaller Darning Loom to mend larger holes in a variety of yarn thicknesses. Included in your Heddle Expansion Pack for our SMALLER Darning Loom Kit: 3 x Heddles: 5, 6, 7 teeth per inch (approximately 2.5" long) 1 x 3" Sharp Metal Needle 1 x 4" Wooden Tapestry Needle
Visual mending is more than just a solution to a nagging hole in your clothing. It is also a means of self-expression, taking something broken and celebrating its imperfection with simple needlework anyone can do. This kit is perfect repairing all types of items from thick knits, to thin knits, to denim and accessories. It includes our premium luxury-grade rescued Peruvian deadstock washable merino wool yarn, alpaca and pima cotton to make your visible mending easy and beautiful. This Kit Includes: 8 miniskeins made from luxury grade recycled Peruvian deadstock yarns: 3 miniskeins alpaca wool, 2 miniskeins merino wool, 3 miniskeins pima cotton TSA Approved travel-friendly embroidery clippers 2 sizes of mending/darning needles (large and small) Cotton canvas roll-up kit with logo ribbon to tie up your toolkit and easily stuff into your bag for on-the-go mending Roll-up is 2"x 6" when rolled and 12" x 6” when laid out Want to explore natural dyes yourself? Our Roll-up mending kit is intentionally made from raw cotton fibers with cotton thread that you can use for at home play with natural dyeing. Avocado? Onion skins? Compost? Get creative with your food leftovers and release the juices to get creative with your mending projects. Circularity never looked (or tasted?) so good.
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The latest interview supported by Colossal Members dives into the story behind the playful, quirky knits of Ýr Jóhannsdóttir. Working under the name Ýrúrarí, the Iceland-based designer received considerable attention last year for her cheeky, slightly grotesque masks, a collection that exemplifies both her aesthetics and dedication to bringing others into her process. Knit your own sweater, and you are going to care more about it than if you buy one of 1,000. More
Extend life of your wardrobe with this DIY guide to mending your own clothing
the performance art and installation project involves the artist hand-stitching pieces of fabric together under a looming cloud of suspended chinese scissors.
Birmingham, U.K.-based artist Zoë Hillyard revitalizes shattered vases and bowls by melding traditional craft techniques. She wraps a mishmash of vintage silks and fabrics around individual ceramic shards, binding the broken pieces with tightly stitched thread. Appearing glazed with antique florals and other ornate motifs, the patchwork forms contrast the original shape of the pottery with the newly mended exterior, a reconfigured finish that’s commonly disrupted by missing pieces and jagged edges. Gathering the source materials from ceramicists’ reject piles or by receiving broken family heirlooms for commissions, Hillyard works with the initial shape and purpose in mind. More
sculpture / Museum of Broken Relationships / Croatie I'll be there as soon as I can but I'm busy mending broken pieces of the life I had before
Birmingham, U.K.-based artist Zoë Hillyard revitalizes shattered vases and bowls by melding traditional craft techniques. She wraps a mishmash of vintage silks and fabrics around individual ceramic shards, binding the broken pieces with tightly stitched thread. Appearing glazed with antique florals and other ornate motifs, the patchwork forms contrast the original shape of the pottery with the newly mended exterior, a reconfigured finish that’s commonly disrupted by missing pieces and jagged edges. Gathering the source materials from ceramicists’ reject piles or by receiving broken family heirlooms for commissions, Hillyard works with the initial shape and purpose in mind. More
Discover "My project in Embroidery: Clothing Repair course", a project by diane. The largest community for creative professionals.
The close of WOVEMBER is almost upon us, and so we are endeavouring to maximise the WOOLCONTENT while we may!!! A few points on Wearing Wool… firstly, we wanted to share with you an amazing d…
Contemporary ceramic art that explores the beauty of (and philosophical questions surrounding) repaired ceramic and porcelain works.
This mixed media photograph artwork titled "Light Worker" is an original artwork by Ashley Catharine Smith made of embroidery and beaded photograph. This piece measures 12"h x 12"w. Ashley Catharine Smith is a Philadelphia based artist working in photography, video, and fibers. Through the combination of these mediums, she creates melodramatic depictions of relationships and sexuality. Her work is driven by her desire to understand how feeling rules and gender roles affect our interpersonal relationships and sense of self. It also aims to construct moments of closeness with the subjects of her photographs through their printed image. Smith earned her MFA in Photography, Video & Related Media from the School of Visual Arts. Her work has been exhibited internationally and throughout the United States at the Society for Contemporary Craft (2016), Marin Museum of Contemporary Art (2017), Center for Sex and Culture in San Francisco (2017), Pittsburgh Center for the Arts (2016), the Knockdown Center (2017), and the Delaware Art Museum (2018) among others. She currently teaches photography at Drexel University and Moore College of Art & Design.
A floral jacket that embodies artistic sophistication, featuring a ribbon closure at the neck that adds an elegant touch. The embroidered ribbon trim detail enhances its visual appeal, showcasing intricate craftsmanship. Hand-fading, distressing, patching, and mending techniques bring a unique and authentically aged character to the piece. Adding to its versatility, the jacket is reversible, featuring a toile or contrasting thistle print lining that allows you to switch up your look effortlessly. This jacket is a true representation of timeless beauty and creative design. 100% Cotton Wash in Cold Water, Delicate Dry or Hang to Dry One Size Fits Most (48" Bust, 19" Length) Style: Jacket 851 in Rosario Please note: This item is not eligible for discounts, loyalty reward redemption, or promotions
It is impossible for me to see darning as a chore. With such a rich history, darning is more than just darning. Every time you darn something you link with a long line of your ancestors.
Ýrúrarí has spent the last few years crafting an extensive cast of felted and knitted characters to accompany her throughout the day.
From colourful stitches to fabric mixing, visible mending can breathe new life into garments with stains or holes
If you can’t decide which set, or you want to try all of them, now you can save a little cash on the way, $8 to be exact. This set includes 16 transfers total: (Blue, Yellow, & Red sets), plus 2 of each style of the simple lined transfers. I created these water soluble mending transfers for people like me who are looking for an easier way to transfer a beautiful pattern. No need for rulers and pencils, tracing paper, or an iron. Stick the transfer to the area to be mended, stitch the pattern, and then rinse off the sticker, and reveal your precise stitched pattern. Instructions for use are included. No additional tools are included. Each transfer is single use. Each design is approx. 4" X 5". The instructions are simple: -stick the pattern to the top side of your mending project, covering the hole. -stitch the pattern, using as a guide for each stitch. -when finished, rinse the area. -let dry **Instructions for use are included. No additional tools are included. Each transfer is single use. **
Is your mending pile growing? How about your bring your mending and there will be supplies and assistance available for you, whether your project is knitting or sewing. Repairing your clothes and textiles is one of the best ways to lower your carbon footprint and reduce costs to you. Skill level: None specific but it helps if you have knitted or done some hand sewing. Materials to bring: Bring a project that you would like to mend. If you don't have any but would like to learn the stitching skills I will have scraps to practice on. Call the shop to schedule.
There are numerous ways to protect the environment, and it's up to us to choose the most suitable methods to contribute and help our planet. This is especially crucial now, given the many factors contributing to climate change and the degradation of our beloved Mother Earth.
Some time ago I discovered visible mending on Instagram , the perfect solution for my daughter’s jeans. She works with chemicals and sometim...
Scotch darning stitch is one of the stitches used for darning holes. Watch a video tutorial and learn how to embroider it!
Have you been looking at images of clothing mended so beautifully, you almost hope to rip a hole in your jeans? But what are the materials you actually need to get started? You are in the right place! I pulled together a collection of materials that I think are a must to get started with visible mending, and how and
Learn how to mend clothing with these creative sewing techniques. Here, we cover how to sew a hole, mend a seam, and more with visible mending.
What’s it all about? Darning is a specific form of mending, traditionally used to repair holes in knitted clothing. Simply put, it involves weaving a patch with a needle and thread to fill a space or hole where threads have worn away. With winter upon us, it’s the perfect time to repair your favourite, but …
Visual mending is more than just a solution to a nagging hole in your clothing. It is also a means of self-expression, taking something broken and celebrating its imperfection with simple needlework anyone can do. This kit is perfect repairing all types of items from thick knits, to thin knits, to denim and accessories. It includes our premium luxury-grade rescued Peruvian deadstock washable merino wool yarn, alpaca and pima cotton to make your visible mending easy and beautiful. This Kit Includes: 8 miniskeins made from luxury grade recycled Peruvian deadstock yarns: 3 miniskeins alpaca wool, 2 miniskeins merino wool, 3 miniskeins pima cotton TSA Approved travel-friendly embroidery clippers 2 sizes of mending/darning needles (large and small) Cotton canvas roll-up kit with logo ribbon to tie up your toolkit and easily stuff into your bag for on-the-go mending Roll-up is 2"x 6" when rolled and 12" x 6” when laid out Want to explore natural dyes yourself? Our Roll-up mending kit is intentionally made from raw cotton fibers with cotton thread that you can use for at home play with natural dyeing. Avocado? Onion skins? Compost? Get creative with your food leftovers and release the juices to get creative with your mending projects. Circularity never looked (or tasted?) so good.
I’ve been really digging the work I’ve seen from Darn & Dusted, a small, one-man custom repair company over in...
Discover the art of Visible Mending: Sustainability, creativity, and more. Transform flaws into features. Dive into history, skill-building, and how to start.
The latest interview supported by Colossal Members dives into the story behind the playful, quirky knits of Ýr Jóhannsdóttir. Working under the name Ýrúrarí, the Iceland-based designer received considerable attention last year for her cheeky, slightly grotesque masks, a collection that exemplifies both her aesthetics and dedication to bringing others into her process. Knit your own sweater, and you are going to care more about it than if you buy one of 1,000. More
Do you mend your clothes? I must admit, I used to see clothes mending as something only poor people had to do because they couldn't af...
Patching, darning, and mending are enduring ways to cover a weak or broken spot in your fabrics, prolong the life of a cherished garment, and to enjoy embellishing it at the same time. Explore each of them with this All Access exclusive guide.
Describing herself as ‘an artist who works in textiles’ Pym talks about her recent surgery for mending at the V&A, why she mends old clothes and artefacts, and why she feels it is so important to see the damage and the repair
You guys, of course I had to jump on the visible mending band wagon :). How could I possible not? As soon as I first saw the fabulous co...
