As part of the Many Hands: Make Mending Matter exhibition weekend, join us for a special darning workshop.
Celebrating repair as resistance and why mending matters.
Darning is a traditional stitching method for repairing fabric damage or holes, mostly in wool garments, where patching is impractical or would create discomfort.
If you're a beginner, you'll be able to try out the basic weaving technique on some samples of material, or weave a patch on a cardboard loom. Otherwise bring your own darning with you and we can try to help each other.
This workshop is part of Second Hand September, and highlights repair as a powerful alternative to the wastefulness of throwaway culture. It reminds us that fixing things is not just practical, it’s political.
Suitable for all ages.
Other events on over the weekend, as part of Second Hand September:
Repair Cafe, Saturday 27th September, 10am-1pm. Details here.
Film screening, Saturday 27th September, 11am and 4pm and Sunday 28th September, 1.30pm. Details here.
Ayoka Thrift Sale, Saturday 27th September, 12.30-3pm. Details here.
Ayoka Fashion Show Workshop, Saturday 27th September, 1-3.30pm. Details here.
Venue: The Chapel, 21 Old Ford Road, E2 9PL
Access: We are working to make our Grade II listed building more accessible but it will take some time. If you require access support (including our portable ramps), please get in touch via emily@stmargaretshouse.org.uk
Dates and Times: Saturday 27th September, 2-3pm / Sunday 28th September, 12noon-1pm
Tickets: Free (registration is essential)