Events/Workshops
Reimagined workshops, repair cafes, and sewing retreats.
A safe place to for the sewing community to explore their creativity and join together in an collectively inspiring space.
Did you know that wearing your clothes longer is the most impactful way to reduce fashions carbon footprint? Sometimes, in order to wear your clothes longer, they need to be repaired or altered. Join us for a free productive social engagement. During our community clothing repair clinic you bring your clean apparel items needing repair, and you use our machines, various tools, and diverse scraps to repair, mend, and re-imagine your own items under the guidance of our volunteer expert’s. (though we have basic supplies if your item needs a zipper replacement, you are responsible for bringing the new zipper) Event is Free (max 40 people).
you are in the right place whether you already know how to repair your clothes and just want a space to tackle your mending pile with others OR you need a little help to learn how to repair your clothes.
Scan the QR code or follow this link to see the listings of locations, dates, and times. https://forms.gle/6hTWao2rn5BdL8XN6 These events are designed as a teaching and educational enrichment experience, the goal is that you learn to do your own repairs, and leave the event with new skills to make similar repairs on your own in the future. (we will not do the repair for you)
due to the nature of having Hot irons, cords running across the floor, and sharp objects like pins and needles we suggest all those in attendance are over the age of 10.
A weekend full of sewing for beginners!!
DAY 1
workshop 1- Saturday 10-12 – sewing machine basics, fabric identification.
we will go over each persons sewing machine and walk you through all the fun gadgets it has, and show you how to trouble shoot minor issues. then we will explore all the different fabric types that exist and there level of difficulty and how to identify them.
Saturday Lunch Break -12-1 – catered by the moth cafe
workshop 2 – Saturday 1-5 – basic patch quilted oven mitt, hot plate, coasters
we will explore some very basic sewing techniques and create patch quilted blocks and then use them to create oven mitts, hot plates and coasters. a great scrap buster project. all materials and patterns provided. everyone will get a set of instructions to take home.
DAY 2
Workshop 3 – Sunday 10-12 – workingwith fleece – easy peasy hat/ toque
using fun fleece fabrics we will explore how to work with the fabric and make easy peasy hats/toques. all suplies and patterns included.
Sunday Lunch Break -12-1 -catered by the moth cafe
Workshop 4 – Sunday 1-5 – working with upcycled clothing- fleece lined mittens
using fleece for a lining and upcycled clothing we will explore the technique of upcycling
clothing and create a set of warm mittens. participants are encouraged to bring a peice of their own clothing however we will have a few pieces on hand to use. fleece fabric and patterns provided. each participant will given a set of patterns and instruction to take home.
Workshop 1 – $40
Workshop 2 – $60
Workshop 3 – $40
Workshop 4 – $60
All 4 workshops with lunch included – $200
1 day only with lunch included – $100
Quilting 101
This workshop will guide you through all the steps of making a quilt. from beginning to end. some sewing experience required. ages 14+
March 1st, 2025
10am – 4pm
Avonmore Community Hall
Crumb Quilt Workshop
Together as a group we will make one large crumb Quilt that at the end of the class will be raffled off for charity
March 22-23
10-4pm each day
Avonmore Community hall
Reimagined Spring Sewing Retreats
March 13,14,15,16 2025
It’s our 2nd year in business birthday!!! Join us only 20min from Edmonton at a stunning spa like resort called Rising moon studios. your stay includes full use of walking trails, hot tub, cold tub, sauna, catered meals, large farm house with shared accommodations, 1 large dining lounging room, and 2 large spaces we will turn into sewing zones!! only 10 tickets available
April 10,11,12,13 2025
For the budget conscious sewing get away we have all the same sewing fun below at the stunning buffalo lake in Central Alberta.(1:20 from Edmonton) a Large lake side house with 2 sewing areas, shared accommodations plus a full kitchen with air fryer. one catered meal. one Potluck Friday lunch. all other meals you bring. only 10 tickets available
Leave it OR take it table (sewing related only please)
Sewing SWAG BAG valued over $100
Silent auction from local sponsors
Community outreach project
Screen printing Demo
Bring your own bin full of UFOS(unfinished objects!) and your sewing machine everyone gets a 5 foot table sew space
OPEN HOUSE
Explore our large selection of recirculated fabrics and sewing supplies, plus get the latest updates on our upcoming events at our monthly Open House.
2025 Winter/Spring Open House Dates
February 1st – 11am to 3pm
March 8th – 11 am to 3pm
April 5th – 11am to 3pm
May 24th – 11am-3pm
Not able to make it to an open house? email us at reimaginedfabrics@gmail.com and book a private shop that better fits with your schedule. available most days with advance notice.
