Adorn, Upcycle and Patch with Appliqué

Projects best suited for applique repairs, upcycling and adorning: Any item with a stain, tear or an item for which you want to cover a brand logo. The best fabrics for appliqué patches are typically medium-weight fabrics that are easy to sew and hold their shape well.

What to bring: Sweatshirts, sweatpants, canvas jackets and bags with logos you want to cover. Any medium-heavy weight fabric pant, shirt, shirt or jacket you want to add a fun shape and stitching to. Scrap fabric for patches will be provided but you are welcome to bring any material you would like to use for a patch.

What you’ll learn:

• Patch placement 
• Fabric selection for best mend or adorning
• Basting, running and couching hand stitches
• Cutting techniques
• Hands-on project work from prepping your material with the corresponding patch material to placement, stitching and troubleshooting with individual project consultation.

You’ll leave with:

Patched or adorned items or works in progress and needles and embroidery floss to complete your project at home if necessary.

Don't forget! Items don’t need rips or stains to get a patch—bring anything you’d like to make uniquely yours with your original style!

No experience necessary. 

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