Darn It!
Stitch Your Way to Sustainability
Join us at South Huntington Library for a free, hands-on workshop series Darn it. The two-hours class is funded by Grant Recipient Galina Carroll—reviving the timeless art of mending and up-cycling. Learn traditional Japanese Boro and Sashiko stitching. Transform old garments into wearable art and give clothes a second life. Minimum sewing experience, creativity and willingness needed to make something beautiful.
Four sessions, countless stitches, endless possibilities.
Reserve your spot today -spaces are limited!
Follow the library website for registrations and details at https://www.shpl.info/
145 Pidgeon Hill Road
Huntington Station, NY 11746
(631) 549-4411
Fax: (631) 547-6912
Workshop 1- Darning with Simple Stitching October 17, from 10am-12pm
-Introduction to the basic stitches and mending techniques.
Materials to bring: large eye blunt needles, sewing sharp needles, long (1.5-2)” embroidery needles, scissors, embroidery thread, ruler, tailor chalk or marking pencil, pen.
Workshop 2 – Advanced Patching and Stitching Techniques, October 24, from 10am-12pm
-Exploring intricate stitch patterns and fabric patching methods to repair and enhance worn-out clothing.
Materials to bring: large eye sewing sharp needles, long embroidery needle (1.5-2)”, scraps of fabric for patches, embroidery thread, pins, scissors, ruler, tailor chalk or marking pencil, pen.
Workshop 3 – Transforming Old Sweater into New Hat, October 31, from 10am-12pm
-Introduction to pattern-making and garment redesign techniques.
Materials to bring: damaged sweater for making a hat, large eye sewing sharp needles, embroidery thread, pins, scissors, paper for making pattern. Don’t forget a tailor chalk or marking pencil, measurement tape, pen or sharpie.
Workshop 4 – For all participants, November 7, from 10am-12pm
– Sharing all projects and finalizing and new creations
Materials to bring: sewing sharp needles, embroidery thread, scissors, pen, tailor chalk. Don’t forget your project for final finishes.
This work is supported by Long Island Grants for the Arts through funds provided by the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by The Huntington Arts Council
