Register Online Now through July 18, 2026.
Join us for Visible Mending on the Darning Loom with Reina Young
Give worn clothing and textiles new life through the art of visible mending. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to use a darning loom to repair holes, tears, and thin areas while transforming them into beautiful decorative features.
Students will be introduced to the basics of darning loom setup, weaving techniques, yarn selection, and creative approaches to visible mending. Through guided practice, you'll create woven patches that strengthen fabric while adding color, texture, and personality to your garments.
Perfect for beginners, this workshop encourages sustainability, creativity, and a deeper connection to the items we wear and use every day.
Students will learn:
- How to set up and use a darning loom
- Basic weaving techniques for fabric repair
- How to mend holes and worn areas in clothing and textiles
- Creative design approaches for visible mending
- Tips for selecting yarns and materials for durable repairs
Participants are encouraged to bring a garment or textile in need of repair. All other materials will be provided. No weaving experience necessary.
There will be an additional $10 supply fee due to the instructor in the beginning of class.
What to bring:
$10 supply fee
Bring a garment or textile that needs mending
Pen and paper for notes
Jacket or sweater (room can get chilly)Snacks and beverages
Instructor Bio
A multi media artist based in Hawaiʻi, Reina Young specializes in fabric arts, digital illustrations and handmade, artisanal goods. With a background in graphic design, her passion is to create, teach and bring beauty and vibrancy into people’s lives through art and crafting.
Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.
This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.
We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.
MAP: St Luke's Episcopal Church
Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall
For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org
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