Mindful Mending Workshop
explore foundational methods for creatively extending the life of items in your closet
Service Description
Join artist Julie Woodard in exploring some foundational methods for creatively extending the life of items in your closet. Bring along a garment with a hole, snag, or stain that you'd like to repair (non-stretch heavyweight cotton or wool is ideal). Julie will provide an overview of visible mending techniques, tools, and tips for getting started, from understanding different types of fibers, to practicing basic stitches, to the art of designing a patch. In addition, this workshop will explore how mending can be an essential component of a mindfulness practice. You'll go home with a calm mind, a visibly mended garment, and the skills and creative inspiration to continue repairing and revitalizing items in your wardrobe. Basic hand sewing experience is helpful, but not required. Participants should bring: A garment to mend (non-stretch heavyweight cotton or wool is ideal) Favorite fabric scraps (optional) *A big part of Julie’s textile practice centers around repurposing items that belonged to her loved ones or were salvaged from interesting places. If you have any textiles from home that you’d like to integrate into your repair, please bring them along. We’ll share stories as we create.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Social Beings Class & Workshop Policy To keep our classes running smoothly and ensure that every guest has the best experience possible, please review our booking and cancellation policies below. Booking • All clients must book and pay for their class or workshop online to reserve a spot. • If you prefer to pay via Venmo, you must email us first so we can manually add you to the class and hold your reservation. Spots are not guaranteed until we confirm your booking. Cancellation Policy • Cancellations must be made at least 12 hours in advance. This allows our instructors to properly prepare, adjust class plans, and ensure they are compensated fairly for their time. • If you cancel within 12 hours of the class start time, the full class fee will be forfeited. • We understand that emergencies happen. If something unexpected occurs, please reach out through email or the website chat to let us know you can’t attend. In the case of a true emergency, we may be able to offer class credit, but it is not guaranteed. Thank you for helping us keep Social Beings running smoothly, respectful, and supportive for our instructors and our community.
Contact Details
1254 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA
6108188639
weareallsocialbeings@gmail.com