Mending, Darning, and Patching – Oh My! workshop

A free workshop on clothing repair will be held on Tuesday, March 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Howland Green Branch Library.

Local artists Claudia De Sousa-Baptista of Bushwood Tailors Opportunity Shop and Elaine and Beatrice Alder of Alder & Alder will teach slow stitching, also called visible mending. Students can learn to replace buttons, fix zippers, and darn socks or sweaters. Attendees are encouraged to bring an item to repair.

A sewing and fabric arts swap will also take place during the event. Donations of yarn, thread, buttons, fabric, and sewing tools can be dropped off starting March 23 at several New Bedford library branches or brought on the day of the workshop.

The event is part of the Fix It Forward workshop series, which encourages residents to repair and reuse everyday items. Admission is free.