Pat and Jeans Place will host two textile workshops during the upcoming school holidays.
The workshops will take place at The Bridge Hotel in Watton Street, Werribee on September 25 and October 2 from 8am-10.30am.
Designed to help parents encourage children or grandchildren to put down electronic devices, the workshops will teach new textiling skills, weaving in the opportunity to meet others.
Founder Sarah Girn opened Pat and Jeans Place in May, but has previously worked in the fashion industry for over 25 years as a designer and in quality assurance and compliance.
Named after her late mother and aunt, who were both “crafty people”, the workshops set out to tackle waste and the contamination of microplastics.
Sustainability is central to her vision.
“For the environment, we are better to first use what we have, then look at recycling clothing,” she said.
“If we need to buy new clothing or things for the home, where possible, we should use natural fibres such as cotton, linen, wool, linen, hemp and jute.
“Within big companies, these issues have been addressed but it is unfortunately a long and slow process.
“Over time I was feeling more dissatisfied and uncomfortable in my roles and asking myself what I wanted to stand for and for my children and the environment. It’s a journey that I am taking step by step and making changes as I learn. I’m always learning and adapting.”
Tickets are $25 and must be purchased by Wednesday, September 18.
Email Sarah for more information: hello@patandjeansplace.co.site
Jaidyn Kennedy
