Mender Affirming Class
At Imagine That & More, Mender Affirming is a 2 hour course all about celebrating sustainable fashion! Transform thrifted finds or garments you already own into pieces that truly reflect your style and identity. Instead of buying new, you’ll learn how to upcycle clothing through creative embellishments and approachable tailoring techniques that extend the life of your wardrobe.
We’ll explore embellishment methods like appliqué, beading, embroidery, patches, and trims to add personality and flair. For tailoring, we’ll cover practical fixes such as hemming or adding pockets — simple changes that make thrifted clothes fit better and feel more authentically yours.
What to Bring
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A thrifted or existing garment you’d like to transform
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Your vision for how you’d like it to reflect your style
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Any sewing tools you already own (optional sewing machine rental available for $20)
What to expect
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Skill level: Basic sewing knowledge required. If you’re brand new, start with our Beginner Sewing Machine class first.
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Accessibility: Wheelchair?friendly and welcoming to all.
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Focus: Leave with a garment that’s not only personalized but also part of a more sustainable, eco?friendly approach to fashion.
This class is perfect for anyone who loves thrifting, values sustainability, and wants clothing that feels unique, comfortable, and true to their identity.
Ready to make your thrifted finds truly yours? Reserve your spot today and join us for a creative, welcoming workshop where your wardrobe and your style come alive.
Important Details
Registration: Please purchase your class at least 24 hours in advance. Call us if you have missed this time window.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made over 24 hours in advance are eligible for full refunds. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the class are not eligible for refunds.
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | Practice embellishment and tailoring basics to upcycle thrifted clothes into sustainable, personalized style. |
| Materials Included: | Bring your own supplies, but enjoy 10% off any materials you pick up during class. |
| Requirements: | Students should know basic sewing skills before joining. Bring a garment to transform, your creative vision, and any tools you own. Sewing machines are available to rent for $20 if needed. |
| Instructor: | Parker Yarur |
| Instructor Bio: | Parker believes that anyone can do art. After all creativity is at the heart of our childhood. She is a modern quilter, historical costumer, and lover of vintage sewing. She comes from three generations of quilters and tailors and studied at NCSU College of Textiles. Go wolfpack! She is a transplant from Raleigh, North Carolina. She is excited to take on the north and bring the joy of textile arts to everyone she meets! |
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