Mending Matters Workshop

Visibly expressive mending for garments and textiles.


Studio PCL
Studio PCL
5.0 (9)
Instagram followers 5k followers

3 hours Class size 1 on 1    

  $110 - $290 ($110 for Public class; $290 for Private 1-0n-1 class) (PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Mending Clothes and Textiles Workshop
Mending clothes and textiles is a mindful act of resistance. Learning to mend clothes and textiles has personal, environmental, financial, and creative benefits. Better yet, it’s approachable — anyone can learn how to mend on some level.
Join our expressive and visible mending workshop in Melbourne and learn:
  • Visible darning
  • Patching
  • Simple hand-embroidery
Discover how to repair with purpose and style in our hands-on workshop designed to cultivate your creativity and practical skills.
This experiential workshop is based at my studio at River Studios in West Melbourne. You will have the opportunity to connect with your creativity, relax your mind, and immerse yourself in the mindful act of mending.
By the end of the session, you will be equipped with simple and effective techniques to continue mending at home and a mended garment or textile.
Get ready to give your wardrobe a sustainable and stylish makeover!
Please bring along a garment/textile with a small hole that requires mending.
What you'll get
  • Expert tuition from an experienced designer/maker.
  • Light refreshments provided.
  • All materials provided.
Knowledge required
This workshop is designed for all skill levels.
What to bring
Please bring along a garment/textile with a small hole, tear, or stain that requires mending. Pen and paper if you would like to take notes.
Location

West Melbourne, VIC

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Mending Matters Workshop location
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Studio PCL
Studio PCL

5.0 (9)
Instagram followers 5k followers

Hello! My name is Phong, I am an award winning Naarm/Melbourne-based designer/maker/textile artist specialising in contemporary quilts and soft sculptures through improv patchwork and hand embroidery.
Previously a shoe designer/maker, I took the opportunity to work in textile-based social enterprises in Asia, reinforcing my artisan ethos of the slow and thoughtful hand-work process and its connection to society and the environment. Taking inspiration from these experiences, I developed my textile practice upon returning to Australia in 2018.
Using up-cycled/dead-stock fabrics and natural dyes, I prioritise social and environmental care in my practice. I take a considered and intuitive approach, responding to materials and my surroundings. Applying the traditional techniques of hand-quilting, embroidery, assemblage and patchwork, I work with an overtly free hand approach to build compositional complexity.
My work has been exhibited at The Wangaratta Art Gallery, SchoolHouse Studios Gallery, Linden New Art Gallery, The Australian Tapestry Workshop, FortyFiveDownstairs Gallery, MARS Gallery, Spring 1883 Art Fair and internationally at QuiltCon (USA) and Ai No Yakata Indigo Museum (Japan).
I have collaborated with The Social Studio, The Melbourne Modern Quilt Guild, The Australian Tapestry Workshop, Melbourne Fashion Festival, Design Fringe, Woodleigh School Arts Festival, Melbourne University Student union, Better Life Network and various local councils to facilitate improv hand quilting/stitching and natural dyeing workshops. I have also facilitated workshops overseas in Nepal and Vietnam. I have been Artist in Residence at The Australian Tapestry Workshop (2024), The Braybrook Community-Engaged Artist in Residence (2025) supported by the Maribyrnong City Council and Firbank Grammar School (2026).
I enjoy teaching, sharing knowledge and breaking down barriers that may be associated with handwork and textiles. There is no right way, I encourage you to find your own way.
2026-06-26 15:00:00
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