Arts nonprofit Milford Makes will host a hands-on Visible Mending Workshop on Tuesday, May 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Firehouse Gallery in Milford.
Participants will learn how to repair and creatively transform worn or damaged clothing using visible mending techniques.
Led by Robin Mazzola, costume shop manager and assistant adjunct professor of theater at Wesleyan University, the workshop will introduce participants to practical stitching, patching and embroidery methods that both strengthen garments and add decorative elements.
Visible mending is a growing movement within sustainable fashion that encourages extending the life of clothing rather than discarding it. Participants will bring their own garments or textiles in need of repair and learn techniques they can continue using at home.
“This workshop is about more than fixing clothes. It’s about slowing down, being creative and rethinking how we value the things we already own,” said Jen Conlon, founder of Milford Makes.
All materials will be provided, and the workshop is open to all skill levels. Attendance is limited to 14 participants to ensure a hands-on, guided experience.
The cost is $55. The Firehouse Gallery is located at 81 Naugatuck Ave. For tickets, go to milfordmakes.org/events. For questions, contact hello@milfordmakes.org.