Darning Workshop with Sewing Smith
A three-hour workshop introducing decorative darning and visible mending for learners of all levels.
About this course
The workshop explores decorative darning as a way to repair and embellish worn textiles. It takes a mindful, creative approach to visible mending, combining practical repair with an appreciation of the garment’s existing marks and history.
What you'll learn
- Learn the principles of decorative darning.
- Develop visible-mending skills.
- Explore how repair can be approached as a decorative textile practice.
Is this course right for you?
The workshop is open to all levels, including people who are completely new to sewing and those who want to develop their mending skills. Its mindful and creative format may suit learners interested in the artistic as well as practical aspects of repair.
Where this course runs
Upcoming classes
4 classes
Selected date
Mon 9 Nov 2026
14:00 – 17:00 • 1 day
£70
66 Essex Road, Angel
Textiles team
Book this class →Other available dates
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9 Nov 2026 Monday | 14:00 - 17:00 | Workshop1 day | TextilesTeacher | 66 Essex RoadIslington, London N1 8LR | £70.00 | Book now |
27 Nov 2026 Friday | 18:30 - 21:30 | Workshop1 day | TextilesTeacher | 66 Essex RoadIslington, London N1 8LR | £70.00 | |
7 Dec 2026 Monday | 14:00 - 17:00 | Workshop1 day | TextilesTeacher | 66 Essex RoadIslington, London N1 8LR | £70.00 | |
9 Oct 2027 Saturday | 18:30 - 21:30 | Workshop1 day | TextilesTeacher | 66 Essex RoadIslington, London N1 8LR | £70.00 |
Fri 27 Nov, 18:30 - 21:30
1 day1 dayFri 18:30£70TextilesTeacher66 Essex RoadMon 7 Dec, 14:00 - 17:00
1 day1 dayMon 14:00£70TextilesTeacher66 Essex RoadSat 9 Oct, 18:30 - 21:30
1 day1 daySat 18:30£70TextilesTeacher66 Essex Road