Mend in Public

Mend in Public Day is a worldwide event created by the group Fashion Revolution to raise awareness around issues of sustainability in the fashion industry, and to educate about the damage done by fast fashion. It's also a great way to learn mending techniques, meet some interesting people and have fun! 

Have a favourite sweater, sadly visited by moths? A skirt that has a rip or a shirt needing some buttons replaced? Want to learn some embroidery stitches, add a cool patch to your jacket? We will have volunteers on hand to give advice. We'll also have on hand some fabric, thread, embroidery floss, needles and scissors to use during the event. So bring along your item and any specialty items you may require (i.e., special buttons, matching yarn, zipper, etc.). Mending is for everyone! 

Fashion Revolution Vision

A global fashion industry that conserves and restores the environment and values people over growth and profit.

Fashion Revolution Aims

• An end to human and environmental exploitation in the global fashion industry
• Safe, dignified working conditions and living wages for all people in the supply chain
• Redistributed and more equal balance of power across the global fashion industry
• A bigger and stronger labour movement in the global fashion industry
• A global fashion industry that works to conserve precious resources and regenerate ecosystems
• A culture of transparency and accountability across the value chain
• An end to throwaway culture and shift to a system where materials are used for much longer and nothing goes to waste
• Heritage, craftsmanship and local wisdom are recognised and valued