{"product_id":"sewing-for-sustainability-workshop-fleet-eco-hub-saturday-18th-july-2026-10-00am","title":"Sewing for Sustainability Workshop - Fleet Eco Hub - Saturday 18th July 2026 - 10.00am","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSewing for Sustainability Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFleet Eco Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday 18th July 2026 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10.00am to 2.30pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis workshop is designed to build participants’ confidence in using sewing as a practical tool for sustainable living. Learners will develop knowledge of ethical materials and how to source and repurpose fabrics from existing textiles. Learners will gain foundational hand-sewing skills and learn key repair techniques, enabling them to extend the life of garments or upcycle them for different purposes. Learners will practice the most common type of seams and seam finishes that are used within construction and repair of garments. Learners will also create a small tote bag using a recycled items of clothing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearning Goals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDescribe the concept of sustainable sewing, including the environmental impact of fast fashion and the importance of repair and reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdentify suitable reused, recycled, and ethical fabric sources, and recognise how existing garments can be repurposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCreate a simple upcycled textile product (tote bag) using reclaimed fabric, following a pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdentify further resources and community opportunities to support ongoing sustainable practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is this course for: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis course, funded by UK government is for Hampshire residents aged 19+ who are beginners and would like to build their understanding of sustainability by embracing the use of sewing and alterations to extend the life of textile products. This learning will take place in a friendly community setting, where you can learn and connect with like-minded people and find out more about sustainability projects in the local area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevious knowledge or experience: \u003c\/strong\u003eHow to operate a sewing machine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow will I learn: \u003c\/strong\u003eDiscussion, demonstration and independent sewing in the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow will I be assessed: \u003c\/strong\u003eQ\u0026amp;A and sewn samples\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat shall I bring: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor the first session, Sewing machine, Pins, Needles, Thread, Fabric Scissors, Dressmakers Tape Measure, Bobbins, Items of Clothing to be recycled as a tote bag, Bias Binding, which when pressed with an iron is 1cm wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNext steps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fleet Repair Café – 1st Saturday of the month; Craft and Chatter groups\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttendance is expected at each session to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and to minimise disruption for other learners. Please advise the venue\/tutor of any absence you may have.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will be contacted by a member of the learning in Libraries team prior to the course. We are unable to process your booking without a phone number.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf this event is sold out please contact learningInLibraries@hants.gov.uk so that we can inform you of any future courses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo join our mailing list please select yes. You can unsubscribe at any time by emailing learninginlibraries@hants.gov.uk\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hantsweb Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55837541761409,"sku":"LILFEHSEFSUW0726","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/6368\/6553\/files\/sewing.png?v=1782319145","url":"https:\/\/shop.hants.gov.uk\/products\/sewing-for-sustainability-workshop-fleet-eco-hub-saturday-18th-july-2026-10-00am","provider":"Hampshire County Council Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}