Free clothes repair workshop at The Fixery on 10 September — no experience needed
26 August 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
Anyone with a pile of clothes that need mending rather than replacing has a handy opportunity coming up. The Fixery, the council's community repair and reuse hub based at Grove Gardens Chapel in Richmond, is running a free clothes repair workshop on Thursday 10 September in partnership with charity retailer TRAID.
Attendees are invited to bring along one or two garments that need attention. The TRAID team will guide participants through patching, stitching and darning techniques, and all materials will be provided. No prior sewing or repair experience is required — the event is designed to be genuinely accessible.
The Fixery offers a broader range of services year-round: clothes swapping, a refill station, a reuse point for household items, and regular repair sessions. It is a good local resource for residents looking to reduce waste and save money on replacements.
With the bank holiday weekend approaching, it is also worth noting that the Fixery accepts clothes as an alternative to textile banks if you are having a wardrobe sort-out.
For more information and to follow updates on future workshops, find The Fixery on Instagram at @the.fixery, or visit the Richmond council events page.