# Event Details - **Event Name**: Mending & Mango Mules - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a beginner-friendly, DIY mending masterclass and sip on refreshing mango mules!About this EventGot something in your closet that needs mending? Haven't got round to it yet, or not sure how to?Chicago Fair Trade's invites you and your friends to a beginner-friendly DIY mending masterclass led by professional fiber arts instructor Kristine Brandel! Learn how to extend the useful life of your clothing while enjoying a little cocktail, because everything is more fun with a drink in your hand!How does it work? Just book your ticket and show up! Needles and thread, plus other mending materials, will be provided. You are welcome to bring along any items of clothing you want to learn how to mend. If you don't have anything, no worries - we'll have some fabric scraps and old clothing you can practice on.Ticket prices: $10 ; free for Chicago Fair Trade members (contact us for the discount code). Interested in becoming a Chicago Fair Trade member? and purchase your year-long membership as a ticket! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/937d55f0-aa01-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w740-h740-dcc8b8a8-gmir.jpg Mentor extraordinaire Cecilia demystifying a sewing machine https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/939068c0-aa01-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w665-h740-dcb8b8a8-gmir.jpg A friends outing at mending and margaritas https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/93a1f4f0-aa01-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w740-h740-dc181818-gmir.jpg CFT friend Lazarus shows off the coat he's working on pre-lining repair https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/93b6dc80-aa01-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w740-h740-dcc8c8c8-gmir.jpg Mentor extraordinaire Kristine discussing mending options https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/93cb4ee0-aa01-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w740-h740-dc181818-gmir.jpg Bring your friends and mend together! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/mending-and-mango-mules/100001999721758611 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.51, max: 55.2, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Chicago Fair Trade Museum & Store - **lat**: 41.9673695 - **long**: -87.6590136 - **full address**: Chicago Fair Trade Museum & Store, 4704 North Broadway, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Mending & Mango Mules - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/1902c99bf9e33c4d293c46e9e70fd6eef81f1bd1e3fd3dd276efb2d2bcf98557-rimg-w1200-h600-dce8e8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1788705969 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Mending & Mango Mules being held? - **A:** Mending & Mango Mules takes place on Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Chicago Fair Trade Museum & Store, 4704 North Broadway, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Mending & Mango Mules? - **A:** Mending & Mango Mules is organized by Chicago Fair Trade. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Mending & Mango Mules is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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