05 Mar Community Repair in Action at FC Designer Collective

Repair culture is gaining real momentum across the UK, and Repair Week 2026 (2nd – 8th March) is helping to bring the movement firmly into the spotlight. Now in its sixth year, the nationwide campaign continues to encourage individuals and organisations to rethink the way we treat our possessions, particularly clothing, by repairing, reusing and extending the life of everyday items.

At Fashion-Enter Ltd, Repair is embedded across the company, from community-led repair workshops held at its retail space, FC Designer Collective, upcycling classes at its Workspace, and professional garment repair and repurposing at its award-winning Factory.

On 3rd March, Fashion-Enter Ltd hosted a drop-in repair and upcycle workshop at FC Designer Collective. The free session was supported by Islington Council and open to the general public, with registration required through Eventbrite.

The event welcomed 12 attendees, many bringing more than one item to work on during the session. Most participants focused on practical repairs, while a small number experimented with upcycling projects.

Typical repairs included:

• Hem adjustments
• Length alterations
• Applying patches
• Fixing fastenings
• Adding embellishments

It was particularly encouraging to see men participating alongside women, demonstrating that garment repair skills are increasingly appealing to a broad and diverse audience.

Feedback from the attendees was overwhelmingly positive, ranging from good to excellent, with every participant saying they would return for another session. Many discovered the event through the council website, Eventbrite listings or the newsletter.

Workshops like this demonstrate the power of community learning. Participants not only fix garments but also gain confidence in practical skills while connecting with others who share an interest in sustainability.

The next Repair & Upcycle Drop In at the FC Designer Collective will take place Tuesday 24th March tap here to find out more and book your place.