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A58 Denim Upcycling and Mending

Level A – All levels welcome.

Explore the restorative practice of visible and invisible mending on denim through this course! We will patch and mend your very own pair of jeans with through machine and hand sewing techniques. This course requires a working sewing machine, but we will go over a bit of basic usage. If you have questions, please reach out to Bemis School of Art who can connect you with the instructor.

Please note: By signing up for this class, you are agreeing to the Fine Art Center Bemis School of Art’s General Policies and Participant Assumption of Risk and Release, including assumption of risk, release of liability, medical authorization, rules and supervision, and photo and media consent. 

Adults, Ages 16-Adult

Instructor: McKenna Reazin

Supply List: Denim Upcycling and Mending

FAC Member Price: $123.30

Non-Member Price: $137

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Class Dates:

November 7-November 14

Time:

1-4 p.m.

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Duration:

2 sessions

Location

Bemis School of Art

818 Pelham Place

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Age:

Adults, Ages 16-Adult

Days:

Saturdays

Notes:

FAC Members: Remember that you must login on the next page (after you click "register") or register by phone at (719) 634-5581 in order to receive your member discount.

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