Learn to Hem and Hand Sew - Simple Alterations and Visible Mending for Beginners (Burlington)

When:
Thursday, Aug 06, 2026 5:30p -
7:00p

Where:
Craft Loft
75 Middlesex Turnpike, first floor across from CAMP
Burlington, MA 01803

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Admission:
$35

Hosted by:
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craftloft_studio Craft Loft

Categories:
Art, Classes, Good for Groups, Innovation

Event website:
https://craft-loft.com/products/learn-to-hem-and-hand-sew-simple-alterations-and-visible-mending-for-beginners-burlington

Have you ever needed to hem pants, shirt sleeves, or replace a button? This workshop covers the fundamentals of needle and thread so you can love your clothes longer and make those thrift finds actually fit! No experience needed, just come!


Key techniques we will cover:

• How to thread a needle.

• What is hemming?.

• Straight stitch and Herringbone stitch.

• Common button designs and how to sew them.

• Popular visible mending designs, including Sashiko (Japanese visible mending).


Note:  We will NOT be covering advanced sewing techniques, patterns, or anything that requires a sewing machine. For these, please check out our Learn to Sew Series.


Duration: 90min


Materials Included: Cotton Fabric, practice buttons, sewing kit


Min. Age Required: 8yrs


Location:

Craft Loft at Burlington

75 Middlesex Turnpike, 1st floor (located across from CAMP)

Burlington, MA 01803

Parking: There is a free outdoor parking lot.

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