Learn to darn with Old Flame and Next Season! If you have holes in your clothes, we can help you learn how to fix them yourself!

Please come prepared with 1-3 garments to mend. Holes should be no larger than the size of a ping pong ball. We highly recommend starting with a sweater, but you can also mend items like socks, knit scarves, and medium weight wovens (i.e. cotton flannel, wool flannel, linen, gauzy fabrics).

Denim, lightweight fabrics, t-shirt material, leather/suede do not work well with this technique.

$65, includes materials + complimentary beverage

Join Old Flame Mending at Otto Finn to stitch with other menders + sewists, ask for mending or alterations advice, and connect on slow fashion. This is not a structured workshop but rather a social sewing event where questions can be asked + answered by Old Flame Mending staff as well as others in the mileu. Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies, but are welcome to use our thread, yarn, buttons, and fabric!

Delicious vegan & gluten-free Korean cuisine by @manduhandu, available for pre-order only. Menus will be posted on @manduhandu 's ig or emailed upon request at manduhandupgh@gmail.com. BYOB if desired

$10 + meal of your choice

Learn how to repair your clothes with Old Flame Mending! This class will cover the basics: button replacement, sewing up seams, fixing tears, and patching.

FREE

Signup + Info

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/event/old-flame-mending-presents-mending-101-2/

Have you always wanted to learn how to embroider? Learn 8 basic stitches to cover up stains, personalize your mending, or create stand alone pieces of self-expression.

Taught by Meg Prall, our resident embroiderer!

$55, materials included

Join Old Flame Mending at Otto Finn to stitch with other menders + sewists, ask for mending or alterations advice, and connect on slow fashion. This is not a structured workshop but rather a social sewing event where questions can be asked + answered by Old Flame Mending staff as well as others in the mileu. Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies, but are welcome to use our thread, yarn, buttons, and fabric!

Delicious vegan & gluten-free Korean cuisine by @manduhandu, available for pre-order only. Menus will be posted on @manduhandu 's ig or emailed upon request at manduhandupgh@gmail.com. BYOB if desired

$10 + meal of your choice

Learn how to repair your clothes with Old Flame Mending! This class will cover the basics: button replacement, sewing up seams, fixing tears, and patching.

FREE

Signup + Info

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/event/old-flame-presents-mending-101-5/

Grab your sewing machine and a pair of jeans with an unwanted hole-- we're going to fix them! Rebecca will guide you through the process step by step, sharing tips and tricks along the way. Don't let your beloved denim go to waste!

Use your own sewing machine from the comfort of your home and learn the steps to make a long-lasting mend that is inconspicuous. Attendees should have access to a sewing machine that has straight stitch and reverse capabilities. Best for sewists of intermediate, medium, and advanced experience. This class will not cover how to use a sewing machine-- make sure your machine is ready to go at the beginning of the workshop.

$45

Our friends at Circular Thrift are hosting us for a virtual talk! Circular Thrift's mission is to make reuse practical by tackling the textile waste crisis on a hyperlocal level while cultivating a global community around sustainability. 

Rebecca will share her expertise and knowledge on the circular economy. Learn about sustainable practices, innovative solutions, and how we can all contribute to a more environmentally friendly future. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your understanding of circular economy concepts and textile mending!

More info + Registration

We are super excited to return for our second year at 78th Street Studios for a day filled with creativity, inspiration, and community. The Rust Belt Fibershed Symposium is convening regional voices from across our local fiber and textile community.

Along with a panel of guest speakers in the morning, the afternoon will be immersive and hands-on: learning stations, vendor tables, a clothing swap, and more! Whether you're a textile enthusiast, designer, farmer, gardener, culture shifter, climate advocate, clothes-wearer (we know you are!), someone who sees the connections between all of our living systems, someone who wants to get plugged into a community, or simply curious about the power of textiles to create an enlivened future, this event is a must-attend.

The pop-up is free from 2-4 pm, and we encourage you to attend the speakers portion in the morning as well!

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Learn to darn! If you have holes in your clothes, we can help you learn how to fix them yourself!

This is an online class- please come prepared with 1-3 garments to mend. Holes should be no bigger than the size of a clementine/mandarin orange. We highly recommend starting with a sweater, but you can also mend items like socks, knit scarves, and medium weight wovens (i.e. cotten flannel, wool flannel, linen, gauzy fabrics).

Denim, lightweight fabrics, t-shirt material, leather/suede do not work well with this technique.

$30

Learn how to repair your clothes with Old Flame Mending! This class will cover the basics: button replacement, sewing up seams, fixing tears, and patching.

$12

Signup + Info

https://greentreepl.librarycalendar.com/event/mending-101-workshop-old-flame-mending-1716

Learn how to repair your clothes with Old Flame Mending! This class will cover the basics: button replacement, sewing up seams, fixing tears, and patching.

FREE

Signup + Info

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/event/old-flame-mending-presents-mending-101/

Join us via zoom to stitch with other menders + sewists, ask for mending or alterations advice, and connect on slow fashion. This is not a structured workshop but rather an online hangout where participants can share what they're working on, and where questions can be asked + answered by Old Flame Mending staff as well as others in the mileu.

The online mileu runs from 6- 7:30 pm, but you may come + go as you please, turn off your video, or make dinner while listening in.

Sliding Scale $3- $10

Join us at Old Flame Mending to stitch with other menders + sewists, ask for mending or alterations advice, and connect on slow fashion. This is not a structured workshop but rather a social sewing event where questions can be asked + answered by Old Flame Mending staff as well as others in the mileu. Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies, but are welcome to use our thread, yarn, buttons, and fabric!

A light snack will be provided, and feel free to bring your own snack or beverage for yourself or to share. The mileu runs from 6-8 pm, but you may come + go as you please!

Sliding Scale $5- $15

Learn how to repair your clothes with Old Flame Mending! This class will cover the basics: button replacement, sewing up seams, fixing tears, and patching.

FREE

Signup + Info

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/event/old-flame-presents-mending-101/

The Pittsburgh Vintage Mixer is a one-of-a-kind genuine vintage vendor fair that melds community, creative inspiration and nostalgia. The Mixer began in 2012 by bringing together local collectors and small vintage businesses under one roof.

We're happy to return to the Mixer with clothing care items, bumper stickers, and our chainstitch pennants. We’ll also be able to take in any mending orders~ you could bring your mending pile in a bag, drop off all your stuff in need of mending with us, then use your empty bag for shopping!

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Grab your sewing machine and a pair of jeans with an unwanted hole-- we're going to fix them! Rebecca will guide you through the process step by step, sharing tips and tricks along the way. Don't let your beloved denim go to waste!

Use your own sewing machine from the comfort of your home and learn the steps to make a long-lasting mend that is inconspicuous. Attendees should have access to a sewing machine that has straight stitch and reverse capabilities. Best for sewists of intermediate, medium, and advanced experience. We will not be going over how to use a sewing machine-- make sure your machine is ready to go at the beginning of the workshop.

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https://www.oldflamemending.com/shop/p/sample-class

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Learn the basics of hemming your own garments by hand! If you have to shorten the length on your pants, skirts, and dresses often, we welcome you to join us. Some sewing experience strongly recommended. Participants should bring garments that are in need of a hem. Recommended items: slacks/ dress pants, non-formal skirts and dresses, chinos, jeans. Kit is included in cost of class that includes scissors, thread and needles.

Signup

https://shopcommunityed.ccac.edu/Courses/Arts_Crafts_and_Music/Hemming_Workshop.aspx

Learn to darn! If you have holes in your clothes, we can help you learn how to fix them yourself! Mend items like sweaters, socks, knit items, and medium weight wovens. Please come prepared with 2-3 garments to mend. Holes should be no larger than the size of a clementine/ mandarin orange. Items not recommended: denim, lightweight knit or woven fabrics, t shirts, leather/ suede. Kit is included in cost of class that includes scissors, yarn and needles.

Sign up:

https://shopcommunityed.ccac.edu/Courses/Arts_Crafts_and_Music/Darning_Socks_and_Sweaters.aspx

Learn the basics of embroidery: running stitch, backstitch, chain stitch, lazy daisies, and blanket stitch.

Sign up:

https://shopcommunityed.ccac.edu/Courses/Arts_Crafts_and_Music/Hand_Embroidery.aspx

Learn how to repair your clothes with Old Flame Mending! This class will cover the basics: button replacement, sewing up seams, fixing tears, and patching.

FREE

More info + Signup:

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/event/old-flame-presents-mending-101-4/

Learn how to repair your clothes with Old Flame Mending! This class will cover the basics: button replacement, sewing up seams, fixing tears, and patching.

FREE

More info + Signup:

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/event/old-flame-presents-mending-101-2/