This event is presented in association with the University of Birmingham as part of The Air We Breathe
Join us for a practical and inspiring sewing workshop on repair, alteration and upcycling skills. You’ll learn how to mend with darning techniques and patch with scrap fabric and embellishments.
The fashion industry accounts for 10% of global carbon emissions. As citizens, we’re encouraged to live a more ethical life and simultaneously urged to consume more and more. But one small change we can all make is to upcycle or repair clothing rather than always buying new.
This event is presented in association with the University of Birmingham as part of The Air We Breathe – a brand new public programme, with an exhibition, activities and events that explore the close relationships between us, our environment and our air quality. From a hydrogen train to a sci-fi forest, discover the work being done by the University of Birmingham to deliver clean air both in Birmingham and around the world – and how you can get involved.
Materials and equipment will be provided but please bring along an item of clothing you would like to repair (by hand) or practice on the items provided. We will be showing hand sewing techniques on this occasion.
Details:
Where:
The Exchange: 3 Centenary Square, Birmingham, B1 2DR
When:
Saturday 19 March 2022, 14:00 to 16:00