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Shift + Wheeler Classes

Community Mending Circle

Community Mending Circle

$10.00 USD
$10.00 USD
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Join Becky for an evening of mending or other handwork. BRING YOUR OWN PROJECT AND SUPPLIES. We'll offer a nice place to hang out, a little advice if we can give it, and the use of our sewing machines, irons, and sergers. We do have a bit of fabric scrap, if you're looking for visible mending patches, you're welcome to it! Please plan on being mostly self sufficient for this activity.

We're adding a small, casual learning capsule to each class, just a 10-20 minute demo by fellow menders. 
May: Becky will demo how to fix denim that has holes in the thighs or butt, using a sewing machine to darn the fabric with matching thread
June: Ari will demo traditional sock darning, using a darning mushroom (or alternative object), and yarn to mend holes. Give your socks new life!
July: TBD

YES this used to be a free event, but due to no-shows, we've added a nominal price to encourage attendance. As always, if you can't make it, please notify us (email shiftwheeler@gmail.com) so we can open the spot to someone else. No refunds. 

We do offer scholarships to those who can't pay (throw us a dm or email, no questions asked), and if you'd like to purchase extra sessions to pay it forward, please contact us. 

There's room for 8 people per session.

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Cynthia Thompson
Supportive space for creativity!

Mending Circle was great! I ended up knowing one person but everyone was friendly and welcoming. I appreciated the conversations about sustainability, local creators and sewing. Made some progress on my sweater repairs as well. I'll be back for sure!

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Sara Ann Davidson
Wonderful!

I had such a nice time at the mending circle and I can’t wait to do it again soon. Thanks for making the time and space available. 💖

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Pony Jacobson
LOVED IT!

It was so nice to have a specific time and space to finally start a project that has been literally sitting in my "mending basket" for two years.

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jessica schleif
Coregulating

What a sweet and productive time these mending circles have been!
Gathering in a space that's filled with Shift and Wheelers potent creative energy provides inspiration.
Big work surfaces, good lighting and machines n humans ready to help.
Working with my hands to repair loved pieces feeling like an act of rebellion in this fast fashion world.
I look forward to future sessions.