Montenegro, Nina
Mending Life: A Handbook for Repairing Clothes and Hearts (with Basic Stitching, Sashiko, Darn ing, and Patching to Practice Sustainable Fashion and Fix the Clothes You Love)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781632175175
- author:
- Montenegro, Nina
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Sasquatch Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 21.3 x 18.3 x 2 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Home & Garden
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Learn the art of visible mending, a joyful and restorative practice that encourages us to repair and cherish the clothes and belongings we love. This beautiful guide features vibrant, full-color illustrations and heartfelt stories to inspire a sustainable and intentional lifestyle. With practical knowledge and step-by-step tutorials, you'll discover how to mend and repair a range of items, from basic mending skills to more complex techniques like Sashiko and darning. You'll also learn how to extend the life of your favorite clothes and household items, and discover the benefits of sewing beyond mending, including hemming pants and adding pockets. By repairing and mending, you'll not only strengthen the objects you're working with, but also cultivate a sense of care, patience, and forgiveness that can have a positive impact on the world.
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