

Kate Sekulis
Fashion history professor, mending expert, and author of a book on visible mending.
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Feb 10, 2025 • 21min
A creative way to mend your clothing
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.

May 25, 2023 • 21min
Extend the life of your clothes with visible mending
In a delightful chat, Kate Sekulis, a fashion history professor and noted mending expert, shares her insights on the art of visible mending. She explains how this creative technique transforms repairs into personal expression, making it accessible even for beginners. Kate discusses methods like patching and darning, plus fun techniques such as sashiko embroidery. Listeners are inspired to embrace sustainability while adding unique flair to their favorite garments, turning wear and tear into a canvas for creativity.