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Tote Bag Mending

Tuesday, December 1 · 6 PM – 7:30 PM · Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library · Alexandria

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Bring in dear tote and grocery bags with broken straps, unraveling seams, and small holes and we will work with you to fix it using basic sewing techniques and patches. This small scale mending program is designed to repair broken tote and grocery bags while also sharing mending techniques. Invisible and visible mending may be involved as the repair calls for or aesthetic preference dictates. Please make sure that bags are clean and free of debris and hiding objects. Sewing and fabric supplies will be provided. Registration is preferred. Contact mzimmerman@alexlibraryva.org for more information. Already know how to mend and would like to hang out with others while you work? Please feel free to join us. No registration needed.

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