Learn how to repair and beautify your favorite denim garments through visible mending techniques and stitched words. Cheri and Muna are the perfect pair to teach you how to elevate and prolong the lifespan of your clothing. Enjoy choosing fabric patches from our wide range of unique fabrics as well as learning how to prepare words or quotes for embroidery. Please bring your own denim (or similar sturdy fabric) garment—such as jeans, a jean skirt, or a jean jacket.
INSTRUCTORS:
Cheri Vogelbaum is a textile artist and staff member at Stitch Buffalo. Munawara Sultana (originally from Pakistan) is a skilled tailor, textile artist, and member of the Refugee Women’s Workshop at Stitch Buffalo.
SKILLS LEARNED:
• Patching holes and tears
• Visible mending techniques
• Transferring text to fabric
• Basic hand embroidery skills
• Designing with color, pattern, and unique fabrics
SUSTAINABILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is committed to fostering sustainability practices and reducing waste in the textile industry. In this workshop, we will strive to minimize waste and work as much as possible with supplies that have been rescued for reuse.
HEALTH SAFETY PROTOCOLS:
Stitch Buffalo follows all current local, state, and federal guidelines regarding public health safety.
INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY:
Please contact us if you require any accommodations to make your visit safe and comfortable.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Due to the nature of this class and the preparation required, class fees are non-refundable.
For each class, Stitch Buffalo offers one seat at half-price to a student or community member who otherwise could not afford to participate. To inquire about availability, please e-mail us. If you purchase this seat, please consider it a commitment to attend.