Learn to mend and hand sew with confidence in this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop.
You’ll learn a selection of essential hand stitches—both visible and invisible—perfect for repairing clothing, homewares, or getting started with slow stitching.
This includes stitches like running stitch, whip stitch, ladder stitch, backstitch, blanket stitch, and hem stitch, as well as how to sew on a button securely by hand — practical skills you’ll use again and again.
This workshop is part of a two-part mending series. Attend both to build your skills from hand sewing to darning.
🧵 No sewing experience needed
☕ Tea and coffee provided
👥 Small group: max 5 people
✂️ All materials will be provided
📝 A take-home guide will be provided for easy reference
🎁 Attendees receive a 10% discount to use at Fibre of My Being for up to one week after the workshop.
💡 Want to join both workshops?
Select Both Workshops – Save $10 at checkout to reserve your spot in both Hand Sewing Basics and Darning for Beginners.
What to expect:
10:05am – Doors open, tea/coffee, settle in
10:15am – Welcome + overview of tools and materials
10:20am – Learn and practice first 3 essential hand stitches
11:00am – Short break: tea refill, stretch
11:10am – Learn and practice 3 more essential stitches + how to sew on a button
12:00pm – Questions, troubleshooting, and wrap-up
12:15pm – Workshop ends
Hosted by Connie from Fibre of My Being, a local fibre craft business focused on sustainable, mindful making.
Bookings via Eventbrite.
Refunds & Minimum Numbers
A minimum of 2 bookings is required for the workshop to run.
Full refunds are available up to 72 hours before the event.
If you're unwell or unable to attend, please contact us as soon as possible. While we can’t guarantee refunds after the cut-off, we’ll do our best to help if your spot can be filled.
Age Requirement
This workshop is suitable for ages 16 and up.
Due to venue capacity, only registered participants may attend.
If you’re under 16 and keen to join, please contact us to discuss suitability.