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Mending Life: A Handbook for Repairing Clothes and Hearts g, and Patching to Practice Sustainable Fashion and Repair the Clothes,Used
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Learn the art of visible mendinga joyful, meditative, and restorative practiceto repair the clothes and belongings you love!Mending Life, a beautiful modern sewing and mending guide with vibrant, fullcolor illustrations woven throughout, encourages us to break free from the fast fashion industry by repairing our clothes rather than discarding them. Along with DIY and howto illustrations and tutorials, youll find heartfelt stories by authors Nina and Sonya Montenegro (creators of the popular @TheFarWoods) that encourage you to change your consumption habits, celebrate a sustainable, intentional lifestyle, demonstrate mending as a powerful act that not only strengthens the object we are repairing, but ourselves as well.Beginners and Seasoned Sewers will find:Basic Mending Skills how to thread a needle, how to tie knots, and basic stitchesSashiko a striking Japanese handsewing technique for reinforcement and decorationDarning plain weave, swiss weave, crocheted patch, knitted patch, and needlefelted patchPatching the best three ways to patch holes howto guideMending Tutorials by Item down jackets, shirt cuffs, and linenOther Common Repairs snags, buttons, belt loops, leggings, pant pockets, and moreSewing Beyond Mending hemming pants, taking garments in, and adding pocketsExtend the life of your favorite clothes and beloved household items with mending with this timeless and practical guide to cherishing and caring for our belongings.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Mending Life: A Handbook for Repairing Clothes and Hearts'? A: 'Mending Life' focuses on the art of visible mending, encouraging readers to repair rather than discard their clothes. It promotes sustainable fashion practices through engaging tutorials and heartfelt stories.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Nina and Sonya Montenegro, known for their popular platform @TheFarWoods, where they share their insights on mending and sustainable living.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in sewing? A: Yes, 'Mending Life' is suitable for both beginners and seasoned sewers, as it covers basic mending skills alongside more advanced techniques.
- Q: What types of mending techniques are taught in the book? A: 'Mending Life' covers various techniques, including basic stitching, Sashiko, darning, and patching. It also provides tutorials for common repairs on various clothing items.
- Q: How many pages does 'Mending Life' have? A: 'Mending Life' consists of 224 pages filled with vibrant illustrations and practical mending guides.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Mending Life' is available in hardcover binding, providing durability for frequent use as a reference guide.
- Q: When was 'Mending Life' published? A: 'Mending Life' was published on March 10, 2020.
- Q: Can I learn to repair specific items like jackets or pants from this book? A: Yes, the book includes mending tutorials for specific items such as down jackets, shirt cuffs, and pants, helping you address various repair needs.
- Q: Does the book provide any sustainable living tips? A: Yes, 'Mending Life' encourages readers to embrace sustainable living by changing consumption habits and valuing the items they already own.
- Q: What makes 'Mending Life' different from other sewing guides? A: 'Mending Life' uniquely combines practical mending techniques with heartfelt narratives, making it not only a guide for repairs but also a source of inspiration for a sustainable lifestyle.