Learn to Darn: Weaving Patches

2 hrs
(6)

Weaving patch darning is the perfect way to cover up small holes or rips in any kind of fabric, but especially finely knitted items and jersey. This weaving patch workshop will teach you a fun and useful repair skill so you can give new life to much-loved pieces of clothing.

Whether you go subtle and use the same colour yarn as your garment to create your patch or you go for a bold, colourful contrast to create a woven statement piece, is up to you. No matter what you choose, this crafty and easy method will absolutely revive your favourite garments. Just bring an item in need of mending, all other materials will be provided.

What to expect:

  • A mending workshop suitable for beginners

  • Learn how to darn clothing items with weaving patches

This repair method is best for smaller holes and tears, perfect for fine knit and jersey such as socks!

Age restrictions: 18+

Adult £20

What people are saying

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Sep 2024

Good teacher, friendly and had all the materials to hand

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Bethany Richards
Apr 2024

Meret was so kind and a lovely teacher. I darned one of my favourite socks during the session and...

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Jemma Proctor
Mar 2024

Interesting,fun and relaxing introduction to a new skill

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Laura Rabb
Feb 2024

Very helpful skill. Instruction was very easy to follow. I hope I can take more similar worksho...

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How to get there

On the day

  • Meet Meret in the fashion department workshop space at Sparks Bristol (it’s the yellow corner next to the rework atelier). Bring an item to work on.
  • If you’re unsure which would be the best workshop for mending your item, please contact your host before the workshop.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 7 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 7 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

Meret Faerber (She/Her)

Hi. My name is Meret and I love sewing and sharing my skills. I am a sustainable fashion workshops facilitator, hosting workshops all things mending and upcycling!

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