Hand Sewing for Repair Sampler

That small tear, loose hem or moth hole doesn’t mean a favorite piece is done. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn ten essential hand stitches for mending, and when to use each one. Stitch by stitch, you’ll fill in your own sampler and practice everything from basic seams to patching and darning sweaters. You’ll leave with the skills and confidence to fix the clothes you already love and keep them in use.

Stitch Types:

1. Basting stitch: temporarily holds fabric in place

2. Running stitch: sews fabric layers together; used for darning and topstitching

3. Backstitch: strong, durable seams

4. Satin stitch: covers holes or stains; also decorative

5. Whip stitch: secures patches

6. Herringbone stitch: secures hems

7. Fishbone stitch: closes tears

8. Blanket stitch: patching, finishing seam edges and buttonholes

9. Needle weaving: patches holes and darns sweaters

10. Ladder stitch: re-closes seams invisibly from the outside of the garment

Time: 2 hours

Cost: $50 (includes materials) 

Experience: Perfect for beginners- no sewing experience needed.

Format: You’ll learn through hands-on practice with Danielle, one of the owners of Nice Repair. 

You will leave with a completed sampler of each of the stitches and knowledge of when to use each one. 

What to bring: All materials will be provided. 

Provided by Nice Repair: 

• Fabric sampler

• Thread

• Tools