Held alongside the vibrant Parnell Farmers’ Market, these sessions offer a warm, welcoming space to gather over morning tea. It’s a lovely opportunity to enjoy a slow, relaxed morning while learning, sharing, and connecting with others in our community.
This Decorative Repair workshop will take you a little deeper into the art of hand mending. Learn decorative mending techniques, bring an item you would like expert advice on and be shown how to mend. Learn the possibilities of repair and reinvention.
You’re warmly invited to continue — or begin! — your journey into mindful, creative mending.
Learn how to:
Hand-sew mending stitches
Look more closely at detail and texture
Refine your ideas with thoughtful composition
This workshop is all about slowing down, seeing more, and letting your textile work reflect your personality and creativity.
Saturday 11 April 2026
9.30-11.30am
Parnell Room, Parnell Community Centre
$10 per person -tea and coffee included
An extra small koha is welcome if you'd like to purchase extra resources from Barbara’s stash for future projects
Learn decorative mending techniques, bring an item you would like expert advice on, and be shown how to mend.
Saturday 11 April
9.30-11.30am
$10 per person to attend. Pre-register or cash on the day
A special thank you to Waitematā Local Board for funding this workshop.
