An Introduction to Visible Mending with Luce Thread

Learn the art of woven darning and visible mending with artist Luce Thread, and breathe new life into your favourite knitted garments. Discover practical techniques for repairing everyday wear and tear while exploring mending as a creative, mindful and sustainable practice.

In this workshop, you will:

• Learn the fundamentals of woven darning and visible mending for knitted garments

• Practise your stitches on knitted swatches before repairing your own items

• Discover techniques for mending socks, jumpers, scarves and other woollen clothing

• Explore mending as a creative and restorative process, extending the life of much-loved garments

• Repair, or begin to repair, your own knitted items with guidance from Luce

• Take home darning needles, yarn and the confidence to continue your mending journey at home

What to expect

• A small, friendly group, limited to 8 participants

• A hands-on workshop in our Studio

• No previous experience required

• Time to experiment and develop your skills at your own pace

• A light lunch from local independent bakery Norfolk Street Bakery

• During the lunch break, the opportunity to glimpse inside David Parr House

What to bring

• Please bring along any damaged wool or knitted garments you'd like to work on.

• All other materials will be supplied, including tools and yarn for practising during the workshop and continuing at home.

About Luce Thread

Luce Thread is a London-based artist passionate about repair as a form of connection and care. Her practice explores holistic approaches that nurture both community and personal wellbeing, using mending as a way to slow down, reflect and restore.