Whether you are mending old clothes or up-cycling new ones, it is helpful to know how to wield a running stich and other practical yet artful techniques. Learn about the art of visible mending and its history of boro stitching in Japan and how to use these skills in creative ways to repurpose textiles.

This accessible practice is a mindfulness-based approach to crafting. Explore the edges of your creativity and be inspired by colour, texture and technique through visible mending.

About the artist:

Mary-Helen is a Transpersonal Art Therapist and Artist working with people of all ages to help them unlock their innate creativity through process-based art making. She works across different populations facilitating Art Therapy workshops and works with individuals to encourage self-expression through intentional play and curiosity.

Materials and equipment will be provided.

Cost: $6.60

Age: 16+   Beginners welcome, no art or craft experience required.

There are limited places. Bookings required.

Accessibility Information:

Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. If you have accessibility needs for this program, or have any questions about venue or program accessibility, please email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au or note this down in your event registration, and we will be in touch to discuss the best way to support your needs.

Disclaimer about non-attendance:  

If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces, repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations may result in bookings being refused in the future. 

Booking terms and conditions

• No refunds for cancellations or missed bookings.
• Program swapping is not permitted.
• If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people waiting in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue, and no refund will be issued.