Our next Make, Mend & Mingle event is right around the corner! These are FREE workshops, and are for those projects and mending tasks you’ve been putting off for one reason or another. We believe that self-sufficiency and sustainability depends on making, mending, and upcycling as often as possible. You bring the ideas, the materials, and motivation, and we will provide the space, tools, and guidance if needed. Bring a project of your own to work on, and a snack or beverage to share, and a friend or two to join in the fun! We do ask that you let us know in advance if you would like to attend, as we want to prepare our space for you in advance. Please click HERE to let us know you plan to attend!
What we offer (free of charge) –
- space to work – cutting tables, measuring tools, plenty of room to spread your project out
- sewing machines, sergers, simple notions and supplies, and basic instruction on proper use
- simple kitchen tools and workspace – microwave, mixing bowls/tools
- large sinks for dyeing or other messy projects
- music, conversation and feedback (only if desired!)
What we can provide (at additional cost) –
- organic fabrics – cotton, hemp, bamboo, canvas
- herbs, oils, butters, salts, clays, and essential oils
- containers, labels, and packaging materials
- use of quilting sewing machine or embroidery machine
- wool roving and felting needles
- shipping of finished products to your friends or family
- more intensive instruction
Ideas for projects (not all-inclusive, by any means!) –
- fix, alter, or otherwise make more awesome, broken, ill-fitting, or worn out clothes
- make a no-sew tote bag from an old T-shirt
- make your own snack/sandwich bags, napkins, unpaper towels, or hankies from old clothes/sheets, etc.
- paper crafts, stamping, scrapbooking
- digital arts
- mix your own bath products (use our class recipes if you like!)
- sock monsters or other stuffed toys
- cloth diapers made from T-shirts or old sheets made from cotton flannel or jersey
- your own patterns and fabric for clothing, costumes, or other projects
If you have any questions about whether or not we can accommodate your project, or if we can provide you with the necessary materials for your craft, please send an email to hello@juniperseedmercantile.com
