In this multi-week, 2-hour, hand sewing class, you will learn various hand stitches to repair, embellish and patch clothing. The stitches are both decorative and strengthening; they can also be used for stain cover-ups. In addition to the sewing techniques, we will discuss how to care for clothing that has been visibly mended.
This class is good for anyone who has taken Visible Mending 1 or has hand sewing experience and wants to explore creative stitches while learning repair techniques and making mend-friends.
Week 1: Blanket stitch variations
Week 2: Chain stitch and satin stitch to create lazy daisies
Week 3: Raised stitches - embossed spiral stitch (aka. couching) and rice stitch popcorn variation
Week 4: Review of techniques plus plenty of time to work on your pile
We will provide scrap fabric that you can practice on and turn into patches throughout this class. You can also apply these techniques directly to any well-loved clothing that you bring along. Note: An article of clothing is NOT required to participate as we will have plenty of practice materials for you to create patches with, that you can apply to clothes in the future.
Tuesday, November 25th / 6 - 8 pm
Tuesday, December 2nd / 6 - 8 pm
Tuesday, December 9th / 6 - 8 pm
Tuesday, December 16th / 6 - 8 pm.
*Please note: we are unable to provide any partial refunds if one or more of the classes are missed.
This class is for people ages 12+. If you are looking for a class for someone younger than 12, please see our 1:1 lessons.
Our studio is located at 401 N 23rd St. in the Church Hill neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There is typically ample street parking within a block or two.
This class needs at least 2 people to run so sign up with a friend or share on social media to help spread the word. If the class doesn’t reach its minimum capacity, we will notify you 2 days in advance and issue a refund for your payment.
Invite your friends through Facebook here!
Do you want to take this class but it’s sold out or on a date that doesn’t work for you? Email hello@topstitchmending.com to be added to our waitlist and we’ll contact you if there is a cancellation or as soon as a future date is chosen.
Is cost a barrier? Please email us at hello@topstitchmending.com with the name of the class you’re interested in and the amount of financial assistance you need.
In this multi-week, 2-hour, hand sewing class, you will learn various hand stitches to repair, embellish and patch clothing. The stitches are both decorative and strengthening; they can also be used for stain cover-ups. In addition to the sewing techniques, we will discuss how to care for clothing that has been visibly mended.
This class is good for anyone who has taken Visible Mending 1 or has hand sewing experience and wants to explore creative stitches while learning repair techniques and making mend-friends.
Week 1: Blanket stitch variations
Week 2: Chain stitch and satin stitch to create lazy daisies
Week 3: Raised stitches - embossed spiral stitch (aka. couching) and rice stitch popcorn variation
Week 4: Review of techniques plus plenty of time to work on your pile
We will provide scrap fabric that you can practice on and turn into patches throughout this class. You can also apply these techniques directly to any well-loved clothing that you bring along. Note: An article of clothing is NOT required to participate as we will have plenty of practice materials for you to create patches with, that you can apply to clothes in the future.
Tuesday, November 25th / 6 - 8 pm
Tuesday, December 2nd / 6 - 8 pm
Tuesday, December 9th / 6 - 8 pm
Tuesday, December 16th / 6 - 8 pm.
*Please note: we are unable to provide any partial refunds if one or more of the classes are missed.
This class is for people ages 12+. If you are looking for a class for someone younger than 12, please see our 1:1 lessons.
Our studio is located at 401 N 23rd St. in the Church Hill neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There is typically ample street parking within a block or two.
This class needs at least 2 people to run so sign up with a friend or share on social media to help spread the word. If the class doesn’t reach its minimum capacity, we will notify you 2 days in advance and issue a refund for your payment.
Invite your friends through Facebook here!
Do you want to take this class but it’s sold out or on a date that doesn’t work for you? Email hello@topstitchmending.com to be added to our waitlist and we’ll contact you if there is a cancellation or as soon as a future date is chosen.
Is cost a barrier? Please email us at hello@topstitchmending.com with the name of the class you’re interested in and the amount of financial assistance you need.
