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Fixer in Residence, Repair 101 General Repair

Repair Thread – Sewing & Textile Repair at Newmarket Public Library, Saturday November 14, 2026

$10.00
$10.00
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Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Location: Newmarket Public Library, 438 Park Ave, Newmarket, ON L3Y 1W1

Skill Level: Beginner
No previous repair experience required.

Have a favourite piece of clothing or textile that needs a little attention? Repair Thread is a beginner-friendly introduction to sewing and textile repair. Learn how to assess common fabric damage, choose the right tools and materials, and approach simple repairs with confidence.

Through hands-on demonstrations and practical examples, you will learn basic hand-sewing techniques and discover how small repairs can help extend the life of your clothing and textiles.

Participants can learn

  • How to identify common types of textile damage

  • How to use basic sewing tools, including needles, thread and scissors

  • Basic hand-sewing techniques

  • How to repair loose seams and small tears

  • How to mend small holes in fabric

  • How to sew on missing or loose buttons

  • Basic patching techniques to repair worn or damaged fabric

  • How to choose the right thread, needles and materials for different repairs

  • How to determine whether a textile can be repaired and what materials may be needed

Each participant must bring one item to the workshop to work on with the guidance of the instructor.

This is a learning-focused workshop, not a repair service. You will learn how to assess your item, understand how the repair works and develop practical skills that you can use to repair similar items yourself in the future.

While our instructor will provide guidance and support, there is no guarantee that your item will be repaired or that the repair can be completed during the workshop. Some items may require additional parts, tools, time or specialized knowledge.

The goal is for you to leave with new repair skills and the confidence to tackle future repairs yourself.

This event is being held in partnership with York Region at the Newmarket Public Library, 438 Park Ave, Newmarket, ON L3Y 1W1.

Partly funded by The Regional Municipality of York.