Mending for Absolute Beginners
Schedule
Sat Mar 29 2025 at 12:00 pm to 03:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Lot'sa | Chicago, IL

About this Event
Join local designer, LucyDreamsOf, for an intro to all things mending—from threading a needle to patching your favorite clothes. Bring a well-worn item to fix, and Lucy will provide the materials and expertise to walk you through a creative and durable repair over the course of this 3-hour workshop. No prior experience necessary!
What’s Included:
- An overview of sewing and stitching basics, including: running stitch, whip stitch, sashiko, darning, patchwork, edges, and blanket stitch
- Direction to plan and complete a durable, beautiful mend
- Physical examples of mended garments for inspiration
- Materials: iron and ironing board, scissors, pins and needles, embroidery hoops, assortment of colorful thread and fabric scraps for patching
Workshop Tickets are Final Sale and not eligible for refunds:
- Our Workshop Tickets are like concert or event tickets - they are non-refundable but are transferable to a different person. If you find yourself unable to attend a workshop, you may find some one to take your place.
- If someone else will be taking your ticket, Email Us and let us know their name so we can add it to our list. In the case of unsafe weather like a severe snow storm, we will cancel the workshop and reschedule for a future date. If you’re unable to attend the rescheduled date, we will offer you a refund.
Accessibility Note: Lot’sa is located on a ground floor. There is a single stall bathroom, (not ADA accessible). There is an ADA accessible bathroom at a nearby business if needed.
Covid Safety Protocols:
- Use of appropriately sized HEPA air purifier
- Masks offered at no cost
- Workshops limited to 10 attendees
- Surfaces sanitized & hand sanitizer available in shop/restroom
Where is it happening?
Lot'sa, 4150 North Elston Avenue, Chicago, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 71.21
