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Today, we're diving into the wonderful world of vintage mending with the Speedweve loom. Whether you're a seasoned sewist or just starting out in your slow fashion journey, you're about to uncover a timeless technique that can breathe new life into your cherished garments.
MATERIALS USED
For this project, you will need:
- A Speedweve Mending Loom
- Yarn or Thread in the colour of your choice
- A pair of Scissors
- A Darning Needle
- The garment you wish to mend
ABOUT SPEEDWEVE MENDING LOOM
The Speedweve - Lancashire's smallest loom - is a cherished vintage tool that has been passed down through the generations for mending and embellishing fabrics. It's an incredible object produced in the 1940s and 50s but still very relevant today, and in this tutorial, I'll guide you through my learning process and share tips on how to make the most of it.
TIPS & TRICKS
- Don't hesitate to experiment with various colours and stitch patterns to add a unique touch to your mending.
- Appropriately size needles and thread make all the difference
- Getting the correct tension is key
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