Art Class: Clothing Mend Clinic

During the final weeks of Sergio Hudson: Focused on the Fit, come learn hand-sewing techniques to keep clothes in your closet and out of the textile waste stream. Participants learn a variety of clothing repair methods for damage such as missing buttons, popped seams, rips, and abrasion. All supplies and equipment are provided, but participants should bring a garment for guided repair. Ages 15 and up. Taught by vintage clothing repairer David Hicks. 

$50 / $40 for members

This class is sold out.

To join a waiting list, email [email protected].

David Hicks is a Columbia native and co-owner of Pannerpete Vintage. He dabbled in sewing throughout his early life, but his interest grew after taking up a more active role at Pannerpete, which was founded by his wife, Katie. At Pannerpete, Hicks is responsible for assessing and mending used clothing of varying ages before it is offered for sale. His other interests include transit equity and woodworking.