Join a Sustainable Fashion Week session at The Fixery

Give a well-loved item of clothing a little more life at this relaxed, hands-on mending session with Alicia Lai, founder of B_Boheme – The Sashiko Atelier.

We’ll begin with a short and thought-provoking introduction to the realities of fashion today, an imaginative exercise, along with practical ideas for buying less, caring for our clothes and making what we already own last longer.

Alicia will also introduce sashiko, the traditional Japanese practice of strengthening and repairing cloth through mindful stitching.

You’ll then have time and guidance to begin repairing an item of your own. Whether it has a small hole, a worn patch or simply needs a little attention, bring it along and explore how visible mending can turn wear and tear into part of its story.

No previous sewing experience is needed. This is a friendly, informal session designed to help you slow down, learn a useful skill and feel more confident about repairing rather than replacing.

• Date: Saturday 26 September 2026
• Time: 11.30am-1.30pm
• Location: The Fixery at Grove Gardens Chapel, Richmond, London TW10 6HP

Free - booking required.

Please bring one clean item of clothing with a small hole, tear or worn area. Denim, cotton and other non-stretch woven fabrics are especially suitable. If you don’t have a suitable item, you can still come along and practise the techniques.

Basic sewing materials and reclaimed fabric patches will be provided.

Please note that this session is intended for straightforward hand repairs and visible mending rather than alterations, zip replacements or major garment reconstruction.

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