Stitch and Patch: An Intro to Mending Your Clothes
This class is for anyone who wants to learn the mending basics so they can use stitching or patching to repair their own clothing. You will learn:
- how to inspect and assess a fabric item that needs repair.
- how to select patch fabric, select thread, and tie a knot. Learn and practice stitches used for fabric mending: running stitch, parachute stitch, cross stitch and blanket stitch.
- different approaches to patch placement (under, over, quilt). Practice patching a fabric square on your own item.
Students can bring an item they would like to learn how to mend by stitching or patching.
All other materials included.
No experience required. Ages 13 and older recommended; younger students are welcome with an adult caregiver who is also registered.
Marie Lallier
Instructor
Marie is a self-taught lifelong hand stitcher who mended and patched for friends and family. Inspired by the work of artists Celia Pym and Hikaru Noguchi, Marie expanded her skills to include visible darning and other techniques, and now teaching mending basics to others. Hand stitching is slow, which allows space for contemplation and joy in a demanding and noisy world. Marie is also very pleased and honored to be the lead teacher for the Champlain Community Services partnership with Shelburne Craft School.
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Instructors:
- Marie Lallier
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 21st 2026 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM | Champlain Valley Union High School |
