In this advanced beginner sewing workshop, learn how to reinforce and repair high-stress areas that commonly fail in clothing. You’ll practice techniques like bar tacks, reinforcement stitching, and edge stabilization before applying them to your own garments. Perfect for anyone who already knows basic hand sewing and wants to make their clothing repairs stronger and longer lasting.
What to Bring:
Please bring 1–2 clothing items that need repair; especially pieces with high-stress areas such as torn seams, loose straps, thinning fabric at underarms, split belt loops, or areas where buttons or closures have pulled away.
Bailey Reber is an Astoria-based fashion designer with a passion for teaching practical, creative sewing skills focused on sustainability, repair, and creative problem-solving. With years of experience designing and constructing garments, she brings an
