SUNDAY 2-4PM
This 2 hour workshop will show you how to get started with honeycomb and scotch darning - great techniques for visibly mending your clothes in a colourful and creative way.Both techniques use the foundation of blanket stitches to either darn in circles or rows and are some of Skye's favourite to do; honeycomb darning is perfect for worn thin areas of fabric and looks great from both sides, and scotch darning is super strong and great for elbows and high stress areas on your clothing.Skye will be on hand to answer any questions you have about the processes as you mend along together.Suitable for beginners and sewing enthusiasts alike, Skye will also discuss the best ways to go about darning particular clothes using these different techniques.
 
Whether you're a stitching wizard or have never picked up a needle and thread before, slow stitch club will give you the skills you need to breathe new life into your clothes through a range of workshops, kits and tools all designed and curated by Skye Pennant in Frome, Somerset.Skye Pennant is a textile artist and repair specialist living in Frome, Somerset. She has a BA (Hons) in Fashion Design Enterprise and in recent years has established Slow Stitch Club, an initiative based around celebrating and educating people about the joys of visible mending. Findmore of her work on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok @slowstitchclub
 
For the workshop you will need:• a worn thin or holey sock / jumper / item of clothing (a small hole is best to start with)• ...or a piece of fabric to practice on if you'd prefer!