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Decorative Repair #1

  • Parnell Community Centre 545 Parnell Road Auckland, Auckland, 1052 New Zealand (map)

Transform everyday objects into textile treasures.

Join us for a cosy and creative morning as we delve into the art of decorative repair. Perfect for beginners, this hands-on session will introduce you to classic clothing mending techniques. You'll learn the creative thinking behind mending solutions, useful repair stitches, and discover how to create new life for worn or damaged garments.

Guided by our fabulous tutor, Barbara, you’ll discover how to draw inspiration from fabric mementos and treasured scraps to create beautiful, layered details in your stitching. Whether you're new to hand mending or looking to elevate your repairs, Barbara will provide one-on-one guidance and ideas tailored to your project.

Why mend by hand?

  • It’s mindful, sustainable, and a beautiful way to extend the life of natural textiles. With a few simple techniques, you can turn a small tear or stain into a feature—and give your garments new personality and charm.

What to bring:

  • A garment or textile item with a small tear, hole, or stain

  • Any fabric scraps, threads, or trims you’d like to incorporate

  • Barbara will also help you plan out any more time-consuming repairs you can continue working on at home.

Workshop details:

  • Saturday 2 August, 9.30-11.30am

  • Parnell Room, Parnell Community Centre

  • $15 per person - tea and coffee included

  • Tutor: Barbara Woodman

Our tutor: Barbara Woodman

Barbara Woodman is a friendly and multi-skilled tutor with a passion for creativity and sustainability. Se is the founder of Warm Hearts Upcycling,  her workshops focus on transforming unwanted clothes, fabrics, buttons, and other forgotten treasures into fun and useful new items. Through crafting circles, she helps bring people together—fostering connection, reducing isolation, and inspiring friendships, all while empowering individuals to be bold, resourceful, and adventurous with materials they already have at home.

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