Woods Hole Public Library - Woods Hole, MA

Do you have any clothing that has rips, pesky stains or holes in it that you’d like to mend? This class offers a flexible, hands-on experience where you can bring in items to repair or practice mending techniques on a denim square we provide. Mariko will advise and teach repair techniques for sweaters, socks, denim and more. Registration is required as space is limited! People of all skill levels are welcome to this course. All the mending supplies you need to get started will be provided by the Woods Hole Public Library.  Mariko hopes that after this class, participants can take these newly acquired skills to curate a more sustainable wardrobe by increasing the life of their clothing and keeping it out of the landfill.

To register for this workshop, call the Woods Hole Public Library at 508-548-8961 or emailing whpl_mail@clamsnet.org.

**Offsite location - Town Tent, Lexington Farmers' Market, Worthen Road Practice Field

Join Cary Library and LexZeroWaste for a fun, beginner-friendly Mend-in-Public event!  Members of the LexZeroWaste textile working group will be making zokin—Japanese-style cleaning cloths—by repurposing old fabric. Come learn a new skill and leave with the confidence to extend the life of your textiles! No experience needed, and all materials are provided. We will have a few chairs but feel free to bring your own.  If you can’t stay, don’t worry!  The group will have zokin kits for you to take-and-make at home (supplies are limited).

Stay tuned for more Mending-in-Public events

Presented in partnership with Lexington Zero Waste Collaborative (LexZeroWaste) For more information about LexZeroWaste, sign up for their newsletter here. 

Create Your Own Handmade Needle Book – A Sustainable Crafting Experience!

If you have some hand-stitching experience and love working with fabric, this class is the perfect opportunity to get creative! You’ll learn how to craft a beautiful and functional needle book from leftover fabric scraps and notions—turning simple materials into a practical tool for your sewing kit. Needle books are the perfect way to organize and store all your essential tools, from needles to thread, and are a charming addition to any crafter’s collection.

Throughout the class, you'll practice essential hand-stitching techniques like running, whip, and patch stitches while crafting your very own needle book. This is not only a great way to hone your skills but also an enjoyable experience in upcycling fabric, giving new life to scraps that would otherwise go to waste.

By the end of the class, you'll have a completed needle book and the confidence to continue your sewing journey, knowing you’ve created something beautiful, functional, and sustainable!

Tickets: $37.89

Materials: $5 - $10*

*For more information and to sign up, click here.

Learn creative mending techniques like patching and darning to extend the life of your well-loved clothing and build a more sustainable wardrobe.  This course is open to all skill levels, and all necessary materials will be provided to create a viable mending sampler.  Feel free to bring your own clothing for repair, though it's not required.  Beginners welcome. 

Open to ages 15+, all supplies included.

Tuition: $49.50 for Artspace Members, $55 Non-Members

For more information and to register, click here.

**OFFSITE LOCATION** This program will be presented at the Munroe Art Center, 1403 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington

We're celebrating AAPI Heritage month with a fun workshop. Join me to learn about the history of Sashiko, a form of decorative reinforcement stitching (or functional embroidery) from Japan, to reinforce worn fabric and/or repair textiles. We'll work on some Sashiko samplers.

All the materials will be provided, but attendees are invited to bring in woven, not stretchy clothing to practice this technique on.

This class is recommended for individuals with some hand-sewing experience.

This event is FULL, if you’d like to be added to the waitlist click here.

I will lead a workshop on the history of Sashiko, a technique to reinforce worn fabric and/or repair textiles, and work on some Sashiko samplers. Attendees can also bring in woven (not stretchy) clothing they would like to practice this technique on.

This event is FULL, if you’d like to be added to the waitlist click here.

I will lead a workshop on creative mending techniques like patching and darning to extend the life of your well-loved clothing and build a more sustainable wardrobe. This course is open to all skill levels, and all necessary materials will be provided to create a visible mending sampler. Feel free to bring your own clothing for repair, though it's not required!

This event is FULL, if you’d like to be added to the waitlist click here.

This course is FULL. If you would like to be notified when the next Sashiko Stitches workshop at School of Fashion Design is, please click here.

Immerse yourself in the art and history of Sashiko, a traditional Japanese stitching technique rooted in practicality and beauty. Learn Sashiko's origins and its cultural significance as a form of mending, storytelling, and creative expression. Then, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to master this timeless technique.

Whether you're new to sewing or a seasoned artisan, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for this heritage craft—and your very own Sashiko masterpiece. Let’s honor AAPI heritage through art and tradition—reserve your spot today!

Join me at the Woods Hole Public Library for an introduction to visible mending where you’ll learn creative techniques—including patching and darning—to give your clothing a new life! No prior sewing experience required.  

People of all skill levels are welcome to this course. All the mending supplies you need to get started will be provided. You are also welcome to bring any items of clothing that are in need of mending, but that’s not required.  The hope is that after this class, you can take these newly acquired skills to curate a more sustainable wardrobe by increasing the life of your clothing and keeping it out of the landfill.  

To register please call the Woods Hole Public Library at 508-548-8961 or email whpl_mail@clamsnet.org. For more information visit the library’s website here.

Join me at the Wilmington Memorial Library for an introduction to visible mending where you’ll learn creative techniques—including patching and darning—to give your clothing a new life! No prior sewing experience required.  

People of all skill levels are welcome to this course. All the mending supplies you need to get started will be provided. You are also welcome to bring any items of clothing that are in need of mending, but that’s not required.  The hope is that after this class, you can take these newly acquired skills to curate a more sustainable wardrobe by increasing the life of your clothing and keeping it out of the landfill.  

For more information and to register, please visit the Wilmington library’s website here.

**OFFSITE LOCATION** This program will be presented at the Munroe Art Center, 1403 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington

Do you have any clothing that has rips, pesky stains or holes that you’d like to mend? Join Mariko Sugimori (www.MonaZoeMending.com) for an introduction to visible mending where you’ll learn creative techniques—including patching and darning—to give your well-loved clothing a new life!

People of all skill levels are welcome to this course. All the mending supplies you need to get started will be provided.  You are also welcome to bring any items of clothing that are in need of mending, but that’s not required.

My hope is that after this class, you can take these newly acquired skills to curate a more sustainable wardrobe by increasing the life of your clothing and keeping it out of the landfill.

Registration is full, but add your name to the waitlist.

Join me at the Brookline Public Library for this flexible, hands-on experience to learn to repair clothing artistically. Participants are encouraged to bring an item of clothing to repair; however, we will provide a fabric square to practice on for those without worn clothing items.  All the mending tools and other materials are included in this class. 

Clothing Swap Optional: Attendees are also invited to bring 1-2 clean clothing items for a mini-clothing swap. Please be prepared to bring the item back if it doesn’t find another home. 

Registration is full, but add your name to the waitlist here.

Join me at the Watertown Free Public Library for an introduction to visible mending where you’ll learn creative techniques—including patching and darning—to give your clothing a new life! No prior sewing experience required.  

People of all skill levels are welcome to this course. All the mending supplies you need to get started will be provided. You are also welcome to bring any items of clothing that are in need of mending, but that’s not required.  The hope is that after this class, you can take these newly acquired skills to curate a more sustainable wardrobe by increasing the life of your clothing and keeping it out of the landfill.  

Registration is full, but add your name to the waitlist here.

Join me at Weston AIC to learn about the history of Sashiko, a technique to reinforce worn fabric and/or repair textiles, and work on some Sashiko samplers. All the materials will be provided, but attendees can also bring in woven (not stretchy) clothing they would like to practice this technique on.

This class is recommended for individuals with some hand-sewing experience. Registration closes Mar 17. Click here for more information and to register.

Did a moth damage your favorite sweater? Learn a fun technique to repair knit fabrics and add beautiful embroidery embellishments. Feel free to bring your own clothing to work on, or practice using the sample fabrics we provide!

This event is made possible by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation and in partnership with Munroe Center for the Arts and LexZeroWaste.

**OFFSITE LOCATION** This program will be presented at the Munroe Art Center, 1403 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington

Registration for this event opens Monday, February 3 at 9:00 AM. You can register for the workshop here.

Join me at Marigold Studio in Groton, MA for an introduction to a traditional Japanese textile repair technique known as Sashiko (“little stabs”). In this workshop, you will learn about the history of Sashiko as well as make Sashiko stitch samplers. This hand-stitching process allows the maker to slow down from this busy and chaotic life in an almost meditative way.

All the materials will be provided, but attendees can also bring in woven (not stretchy) clothing they would like to practice this technique on.

Cost: $50 per person (all sales are final)
Capacity: We will need at least 5 people to run the event with a maximum of 10.
Venmo: @Mariko-Sugimori

What's included:
- Presentation on the history of Sashiko
- All the materials to make a sampler (Sashiko needles, Sashiko Thread, Palm thimble, Sashiko Stencil & Fabrics)
- A delicious vegetarian soup will be served by our gracious hosts
- Attendees will also be able to email Mariko after the session for consultations and virtual support!

Note: we encourage you to bring your own water bottle since beverages will not be served.

For more information and to register click here.

This event will be held at the Brookline Public Library - Brookline Village location (361 Washington St. Brookline)

Learn visible mending techniques like patching and embroidery, gaining the skills to creatively repair your clothing. At the end, you'll leave with your own needle book to continue your projects at home!

All the mending supplies you need to get started will be provided. This class is recommended for individuals with some hand-sewing experience.

Registration is required and will open two weeks before the event, on January 22, 2025. You can register on the Brookline Public Library’s website here.

Do you have any moth-eaten sweaters, frayed socks or ripped jeans hanging in your closet?

Join me at Weston AIC for this flexible, hands-on experience to learn to repair clothing artistically. Participants are encouraged to bring an item of clothing to repair; however, we will provide a fabric square to practice on for those without worn clothing items.  All the mending tools and other materials are included in this class. Registration closes Jan 20.

Here is the link to register and for more information.

**OFFSITE LOCATION** This program will be presented at the Munroe Art Center, 1403 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington

Learn visible mending techniques like patching and embroidery, gaining the skills to creatively repair your clothing. At the end, you'll leave with your own needle book to continue your projects at home!

This program is made possible by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation and in partnership with the Munroe Center for the Arts and LexZeroWaste.

Registration is required. Spaces are limited. Register on the Cary Memorial Library’s website here.

Join Mariko Sugimori for an introduction to a traditional Japanese textile repair technique known as Sashiko (“little stabs”). In this 2.5-hour workshop, you will learn about the history of Sashiko as well as make Sashiko stitch samplers. This hand-stitching process allows the maker to slow down from this busy and chaotic life in an almost meditative way.

All the materials will be provided, but attendees can also bring in woven (not stretchy) clothing they would like to practice this technique on.

What's included:

• Presentation on the history of Sashiko

• All the materials to make a sampler (Sashiko needles, Sashiko thread, Palm thimble, Sashiko stencil & fabrics)

• A delicious vegetarian soup will be served by our gracious hosts at Marigold Studio

• Attendees will also be able to email Mariko after the session for consultations and virtual support!

Workshop Details:

Cost: $50 per person (all sales are final)

Capacity: We will need at least 5 people to run the event with a maximum of 10

How to Register: sign up here and Venmo the fee to @Mariko-Sugimori

Join me at ArtSpace for a lesson in Visible Mending using Sashiko Stitching techniques! Sign up through the ArtSpace’s site here.

Join me at the Weston Art & Innovation Center for a lesson in Visible Mending using Sashiko Stitching techniques! Sign up through the institution’s site here.

Join me at the Brookline Public Library for a lesson on felting as a mending technique. Sign up information can be found at the library’s site here.

Join me at the ArtSpace for an introductory lesson in Visible Mending! Sign up through ArtSpace’s site here.

Join me at the School of Fashion Design for an introductory lesson in Visible Mending! Sign up through the school’s site here.

Join me at the Woods Hole Public Library for an introductory lesson in Visible Mending! Sign up through the library site here.

Join me at the Brookline Village Public Library for a lesson in Visible Mending using Sashiko Stitching techniques! Sign up through the library site here.