Lost Skills: Buttons and Hems

Next date: Saturday, 15 May 2027 | 12:30 PM to 02:00 PM

Buttons and hems are two of the most common sewing repairs, and the easiest to fix for beginner sewists.

Replacing a button or fixing a hem is a simple way to learn basic sewing skills and extend the life of your clothing.

In this session you'll learn techniques for securely attaching a variety of button styles, along with how to repair a dropped hem, or adjust a hem that's too long or too short.

You can bring a piece of your own clothing to work on, or practise on a sample we provide. If you don't have a replacement button, you're welcome to raid our button jar.

What to bring

In addition to an item of clothing, you might like to bring along a few things to help with your repair if you have them: 

• a basic sewing kit with needles and thread
• a craft lamp for good lighting
• reading glasses.

About Lost Skills sessions

REthink Nillumbik is hosting a series of free and low-cost workshops at the local Hurstbridge and Edendale Repair Cafes.

At these sessions you can learn fantastic new skills to use at home, and help Nillumbik reduce its waste and transition to a circular economy.

A circular economy is one that repairs, reuses and repurposes objects rather than throwing them away.

When

Location

Edendale Community Environment Farm, 30 Gastons Rd, Eltham North, 3095, View map