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Join leather craftswoman, costumier, and fashion designer Catalina Elliott for a hands-on clothing repair workshop. Learn the essentials of garment care, basic hand-stitching techniques, and simple repairs that extend the life of your favourite pieces.
No experience required! Bring your curiosity and a damaged garment if you’d like to try repairing it by hand (time permitting).
Spaces are limited!
Ages: 12+
Bonus! Participants will automatically be registered for the clothing swap (1–4 p.m.) at Victoria Hall, where you can select free second-hand garments.
Clothing Swap Kiosk – Repair & Sewing Advice
Attending the clothing swap? Catalina Elliott, leather craftswoman, costumier, and fashion designer, will be on-site with sewing machines and hand-stitching tools to: assess the repairability, durability, and quality of your clothing and shoes, and provide practical advice on possible repairs.
Where: Beside the Concert Hall entrance, Victoria Hall
When: Saturday, April 18, 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Right to use: The City of Westmount reserves the right to use in its publications the photos and videos taken during its programmes and events.