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Textile Artifacts LA

Nov 9 DARNING- Introduction to Darning & Patching DAY 1

Nov 9 DARNING- Introduction to Darning & Patching DAY 1

$50.00 USD
$50.00 USD
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November 9 

2p - 4p PST workshop, collective workspace until 6p

This day focuses on darning, a method of repair where only threads or yarn are used to close a gap. This method can be applied to antique, vintage, or new home textiles, clothing, upholstery, toweling - any cloth that needs attention and care. 

Textile Artifacts

4558 West Washington Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90016

$50 for one workshop, $80 for the pair

10 spaces each day, discount will be applied in cart

Repair is a thoughtful and meditative practice that can restore function while adding beauty to the textiles we love, use, and admire. We will cover the techniques, tools, and provide an understanding of how material weight, fiber content, and structural considerations influence the overall look and feel of your mend. 
 
We'll look at repair examples pulled from the Textile Artifacts collection, from patches on worn-through blankets to invisible mends on sheer curtains. This deep-dive into the collection will demonstrate how appropriate repairs can keep your fabrics in beautiful use for a lifetime. 

Instructor:

Lorenza Lattanzi is a hand quilter, weaver, and textile repairer based in Brooklyn, New York. She is primarily self-taught. She co-owns Sharktooth, a shop specializing in antique and vintage decorative textiles.

 

Hour 1

    • Introductions

    • Brief overview of the repair, including garment and home textile repair

    • Introduction to 2-3 techniques with visuals

      • Discussion of tools, selection, and material options

      • Resources

Hour 2

  • Focus on the chosen technique for the day

  • Demonstration, followed by a hands-on session

  • Open time for support, questions, and further guidance

Workshop materials and tools supplied, but if you’d like to bring an item that needs repair, please feel free - we can discuss the best approach after the class. 

 

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