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SUN · MAY 17 · 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Sock Darning and Visible Mending Workshop

ft. Jess Poisl

Charles Allis Art Museum· 1801 N Prospect Ave
$25–$35 · All ages · Tickets

Turn your old clothes into art with Jess Poisl's mending workshop.

Part I

The details

About this event

Dive into the world of textile art with Jess Poisl's Sock Darning and Visible Mending Workshop. Held at the Charles Allis Art Museum, this event invites you to bring your worn-out clothes and learn the skill of mending. Jess Poisl, known for her sustainable approach to fashion, will guide you through techniques that transform your garments into functional art pieces.

This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to refresh their wardrobe in an eco-friendly way. You'll leave not only with a repaired item but also with the knowledge to continue mending at home. It's a creative and practical afternoon that combines art with sustainability.

From the organizer

Holding on to an old pair of worn out socks? Bummed about the hole in your favorite shirt? Join artist Jess Poisl of Rubbish Remade for a workshop on darning and visible mending. Bring your damaged clothing and leave with a piece of functional art! 🗓️Sunday, May 17 | 1:00 - 3:00 pm 📍1801 N Prospect Ave 🧦 tickets available at charlesallis.org $25-35 #mending #reuse #workshop #milwaukeeart #textileart
Rubbish Remade

Getting in

  • Tickets

    Tickets available online

  • Registration required — must sign up

What's It Actually Like?

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Who'll Be There

Attendees will likely include a mix of local artists, crafters, and environmentally conscious individuals, primarily in their 20s to 50s. The atmosphere will be friendly and collaborative, with participants eager to learn and share their skills.

What You'll Leave With

A thing you madeA new skill

Who It's For

Social style:
Small group (3–6)
Energy needed:
Fully participatory

Part II · The feel

How it feels

The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.

The crowd

Sweet spot is 3–6 people actively doing the thing together.

You'll leave with

A thing you made
A new skill

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