Visible Mending: Repair, Renew, Reuse The Clothes You Love

Learn how to pick up a needle and rediscover the forgotten techniques and joy of mending with "By Hand: Visible Mending". This book covers 12 core techniques, 10 key stitches, and 12 projects to help you mend a variety of fabrics, from repairing to reusing and renewing your clothes. Demystifying the mending techniques through a directory of stitches and clear step-by-steps, this book encourages you to be less wasteful, more sustainable, and add a personal touch to your garments.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2024
Publisher: Quadrille Publishing Ltd

In the movement against throw-away culture and fast fashion, embark on a journey to pick up a needle and rediscover the forgotten techniques and joy of mending. This comprehensive guide, spanning 12 core techniques, 10 key stitches, and 12 captivating projects, delves into the reasons why we should mend and showcases how to mend a diverse range of fabrics using this invaluable resource. Demystifying the mending techniques through a comprehensive directory of stitches and clear step-by-step instructions, from repairing to reusing and renewing the clothes you cherish, this book empowers you to stitch over tears, dye stains, and embrace a more sustainable lifestyle. Whether you're a seasoned mender or a beginner seeking to embrace a more mindful approach to clothing care, By Hand: Visible Mending is your ultimate guide to creating beautiful, long-lasting garments with a personal touch. Join the movement toward a less wasteful, more sustainable world, and let your hands bring new life to the clothes you wear.

Weight: 504g
Dimension: 168 x 217 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781837830732