December’s Free Repair and Upcycle Drop In

Our December Repair and Upcycle drop-in took place on Tuesday 10th and the FC Designer Collective shop was bustling with 14 individuals repairing and upcycling items from their wardrobes. 

Repairs and upcycles ranged from repairing zips, holes and replacing buttons to reworking trousers, jackets, corsets and woollen jumpers.

Experienced tutors Leyla and Tanzi were on hand to provide guidance and support and attendee feedback was excellent, and included:

“I learnt how to use tailoring chalk, how to shorten and taper trousers and how to use an industrial sewing machine and overlocker.”

“This event is excellent. I learnt how to patch up a hole in my jacket and shirt.”

“I gained more sewing machine skills, learnt how to overlock and lots of tips and techniques as well as build up my sewing confidence.”

We’ve had a great year working with the public – providing equipment and expertise to ensure items of clothing remain in use and this is all thanks to the support provided by Islington Council.

These monthly sessions will continue in 2025 – join us at the next Repair and Upcycle Drop-In at FC Designer Collective, 113 – 115 Fonthill Road, London N4 on Tuesday 14th January, tap here to register your place.

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