Sat 21 Nov
|Huntingdon Library & Archives
Introduction to Visible Mending
Learn about visible mending techniques and practice making a creative patch.
Date and Time
21 Nov 2026, 10:30 – 12:30
Huntingdon Library & Archives
Give your old clothes a new lease of life! Join me to explore the wonderful worlds of visible mending and find inspiration for your own creative fixes.
You will learn about a variety of visible mending techniques and follow step-by-step instructions to create your own beautiful honeybee patch. You can even bring along your own broken clothes for advice and suggestions.
Repairing worn and broken clothing is both practical and environmentally-friendly, but it can also be fun, creative and personal. From sashiko to crochet, I will explain the basic principles of visible mending and share examples. The talk will be followed by a short taster session where you can practice patching with applique and embroidery techniques.
No previous sewing experience necessary. Fine motor skills needed to thread needles and manipulate your thread and fabric.
Darning a pink patch on a black wool jumper 
Darned plaid patch on a dark green jumper
WHAT TO EXPECT
Two hour session including talk and workshop
Materials and equipment provided
Bring your own mend, or practice with provided materials
Relaxed and welcoming environment
WHAT WILL I DO?
Learn about visible mending
Hear about the principles of visible and creative mending. Learn about common techniques used such as patching, darning and embroidery.
Make your own bee patch
Practice your own visible mend by making a mini hex patch and bee embroidery sample. You can bring your own garment to mend, or practice with the materials provided.
WHAT WILL I TAKE AWAY?
A practice sample of patched and embroidered material, or a patched garment of your choice (optional).
MATERIALS
scrap fabric
cotton sewing threads
cotton embroidery threads
cotton/denim sample fabric
garment of your choice (optional)
VENUE ADDRESS
Huntingdon Library and Archives, Princes St, Huntingdon, PE29 3PA (google maps)
ACCESSIBILITY
The venue is wheelchair accessible, with a lift and accessible toilet. There are two accessible car park spaces available, otherwise please use nearby public car parks. The closest public car park is Prince's Street (google maps).
If you have any accessibility requirements or questions please get in touch - I am very happy to make adjustments where possible.
