Join Embroidery master, Ali Dibley, for a relaxing & informative session of mindful mending.
Learn key techniques to repair clothing by hand. Experiment and prolong the life of your favourite garments.
Suitable for beginners and experienced sewists.
About your teacher:
Ali Dibley is an embroidery artist and sustainable fashion advocate. As well as studying fashion at UTS, Ali's experience includes many years of bridal dressmaking, teaching high school textiles and running a vintage dress hire shop. These days her focus is on encouraging people to enjoy fashion without buying new clothes.
Ali's favourite type of sewing is to re-work an older piece into something new, and adding sparkles to everything.
What you will learn:
What is included:
- A full kit including Japanese shasiko threads & needle, and hoop
- A take home colour instruction book
- Exceptional tuition with 5 others in the class
- A bright light filled comfortable studio to learn in
- Copious cups of tea and coffee
What you need to bring
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Please bring item/s to mend - shirt/ jeans/ jumper/ cushion: anything that can be mended with a needle & thread
- Your glasses, if you need them
- Your lunch - microwave, sandwich press and fridge available. Or trot up to a local cafe!
Dates available:
20th September 2025 - 930am to 4pm
