Welcome! Over the past year, so much of our world has been broken and damaged. It's easy to get discouraged. But the art of mending and upcycling is the perfect antidote. Here, stains and holes become invitations to create something more beautiful and unique than what was there before. It fills me with joy and optimism, and I hope it will do the same for you.
For an introduction to the visible mending movement and some general resources and inspiration to get you started, check out this guide from the Embroiderers' Guild of America.
On the following pages, you'll find resources on mending and upcycling clothing and accessories. You'll also learn ways to store and supplement your sewing supplies using recycled materials. Many of the resources will focus on hand sewing, but some projects will be more manageable with a sewing machine.
We'll also have a gallery where we can admire each other's work and find inspiration. I hope you'll send pictures of your completed projects to share! I'm so excited to see what everyone dreams up. Thanks for visiting, and happy sewing!