Life Kit A creative way to mend your clothing
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Feb 10, 2025 
Kate Sekulis, a fashion history professor and author, shares her passion for 'visible mending'—a creative way to repair clothing. She discusses the beauty of hand stitching and how it transforms damaged garments into unique pieces. Sekulis highlights the sustainable impact of mending as a response to fast fashion, empowering even beginners to embrace their creativity. Listeners are inspired to view their stitches as personal signatures and are encouraged to explore various mending techniques, fostering both individuality and connection.
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Ravenna's Mending Journey
- Ravenna Koenig details her visible mending journey, showcasing diverse projects.
- These include embroidered jeans patches and colorful sweater repairs.
Visible Mending's Rise
- Visible mending is gaining popularity, influenced by books and social media.
- It addresses ethical concerns about fast fashion and textile waste.
Invisible Mending and Shame
- Arona Konaraj's mother, a seamstress, practiced invisible mending due to societal pressures.
- Visible mending was associated with shame and financial hardship.