Mend it Like a Stylist: Repair, Restyle, Repeat
About
*Join Anna, Rach, Mish and Sophie from FabPatch for a bespoke repair and styling afternoon at Save the Children Prospect!*What to expect:
• A friendly introduction to basic clothing repair – learn how to sew on buttons and fix simple tears
• Bring items from home to repair, or shop our Love Rack on the day
• An open format session: after the intro, spend your time repairing, shopping, chatting with like-minded thrifters or experimenting with new looks alongside our Op Shop styling experts.
What’s included:
• Soft drinks and light refreshments
• 1 free FabPatch repair – bring something that needs a repair
• Learn practical repair skills and thrift styling tips with our lovely hosts
• 20% off all in-store purchases on the day (excludes Vintage range)
• Access to simple sewing supplies (needle, thread, etc)
• Exclusive access to the store from 5pm
*About FabPatch:*
FabPatch is an award-winning, high-quality innovation, a pioneering eco-solution that promotes a modern, concrete and honest repair culture. Our innovative patching product empowers consumers to extend the lifespan of their textile-based items, thereby curbing unnecessary consumption and the creation of textile waste. Our super easy attachment method, rub-on and no heat needed, ensures accessibility for all, in all climates (hot, humid or cold) and any location (in the bush, on the beach, in the car) to participate in sustainable repair practices. FabPatch: Rub-On Repair Patches - Easy | Quick | Durable
*Meet Your Hosts:*
Rach, Anna & Mish are Adelaide locals and avid long time thrifters who believe that style and sustainability go hand in hand. From hidden gems to creative mends, they're all about making fashion last longer and embracing the creativity of sustainable style.
Sophie Dyring is the Co-Founder of FabPatch Australia, where she leads the growth of an innovative rub-on textile repair solution designed to extend the life of clothing and reduce textile waste to landfill. FabPatch offers a simple, accessible way to keep garments in use for longer, supporting a shift towards circular consumption and practical everyday repair.
Date
Saturday 29 August 2026 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM (UTC+09:30)Location
Save The Children Op Shop
88 Prospect Road, Prospect SA
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Mend it Like a Stylist: Repair, Restyle, Repeat
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