Events
At the Studio
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Mend It Yourself — First Saturday of the Month 🕰️12–2 PM
Learn to MendStarting in February 2026 our monthly Mend It Yourself Workshops are in the West Philly studio! In a small group of 5, with more hands-on help, and an even cozier space to slow down and stitch. I’ll guide you through a sewing machine demo, then we’ll mend together with room to share the stories behind the garments you’ve brought.
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Upcycling Workshop: Create Your Own Tote — Sunday, April 12th 🕰️ 12–4 PM
Create something new from something oldJoin us on April 12, 2026 at 12:00 PM for a fun and creative session. Get ready to transform old materials into trendy tote bags. Let your imagination run wild as you design your unique accessory. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn new skills and contribute to sustainability. See you there!
Community Events
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Sashiko Mending
Slow Down with Us📅 Saturday, March 21st, 2026
🕑 12:00 P.M.
📍 Tremain Smith's Studio, West Philadelphia, PAJoin us for a cozy, hands-on Sashiko mending circle at Tremain Smith’s studio. Using this traditional Japanese hand-stitching technique, we’ll learn to visibly mend garments with intention and care—honoring imperfection and extending the life of what we wear.
Whether you’ve never held a needle or you’re already mending at home, this workshop welcomes all experience levels. We’ll move at a gentle pace, with time to breathe, sip tea, and be in community.
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Mend Together with Funhouse Studio
📅 Saturday, March 28th, 2026
🕑 TBD
📍 TBD Philadelphia, PACome learn to mend clothing, build community, and place your trust in others to mend your garments.
Join me for an exercise in trust and community-building while hand-mending someone else's clothing with me and Sharon from Funhouse Studio who will also bring their amazing appliques for purchase to use.
Tickets are donation based to keep it accessible while also supporting our work.
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Threaded
More Info📅 Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
🕑 7:00 P.M.
📍 Tattooed Mom's, Philadelphia, PA
Free Entry
21+ EventCome see one of our designs along with other talents at this interactive fashion event. Models showcasing designs, a shared creative space, and custom fashion station where you can bring your own ideas to life.
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Mend Together
Lets Mend Together📅 Saturday, April 18th, 2026
🕑 6:00 P.M.
📍 Manzanita Vintage, West Philadelphia, PACome learn to mend clothing, build community, and place your trust in others to mend your garments.
Join me for an exercise in trust and community-building while hand-mending someone else's clothing at Manzanita Vintage in West Philly.
Tickets are donation based to keep it accessible while also supporting our work.
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Pay What You Can Mending
Save Your Spot Here📅 Saturday, May 16th, 2026
🕑 1:00 PM
📍 Crossroads Women's Center:
5011 WAYNE AVENUE, PHILA 19144Bring your favorite worn-out clothes and learn basic mending and sewing tricks with Sarah Tremain's hands-on advice.
In preparation for the Crossroads Project Rummage Runway Fashion Show, I'm teaching a basic mending workshop at the center on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 1-3 pm at Crossroads Womens Center in Germantown.
Join me for a basic tutorial on how to thread and sew a straight stitch on a sewing machine, how to patch or darn your clothing, and then hands-on advice on how to mend the garments brought to the workshop.
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Project Rummage Runway
Learn more here📅 Saturday, May 30th, 2026
🕑 TBD
📍 Crossroads Women's Center:
5011 WAYNE AVENUE, PHILA 19144I've had the honor of being asked to be a judge in this amazing sustainable fashion project runway experience at Crossroads Community Rummage!
They are looking for local designers and models. All body types and experience levels are welcome! To apply, complete the application here. Applications close on Thursday, March 20th. Please note: Applying does not guarantee a spot in the competition. Designer and model selection will depend on the number of applicants received.
