Textile repairs
Our clothes go through a lot, keeping up with us every day. When they tear, snag, or lose a button, it can be frustrating, but it doesn’t mean it’s the end of their life. We can help you get your favourite items back in shape!
Our volunteers are skilled at repairing a range of clothing issues, from reattaching buttons and fixing zippers to mending small tears or holes. Whether it’s patching up a worn spot or helping bring a loose seam back together, we’ll do our best to keep your clothes looking great.
Examples of things we've repaired
These are just some of the things that visitors bring along regularly.
Broken zippers
Moth damage
Ripped pockets
Visible mending
Collar turning
Hem re-sewing
Darning a hole in a sock or glove
Lining
Patches
Burst seams
Don't worry if your item's fault isn't on the list. We can take a look at almost anything, even if it's just a basic diagnosis to confirm if it is, or isn't, repairable.
We won't work on
Alterations - We focus on fixing broken items rather than modifying or customising them. However, we can recommend some local businesses.
Tailoring - We only repair existing items and won't sew new clothes or items.