A mindful act of rebellion that turns people into communities
At its heart, Art on the Mend is a mindful act of rebellion—countering isolation, digital overload, perfectionism, and overconsumption.
Instead, we gather regularly in-person to slow down, connect, share stories, and mend our clothing in community.
DMV-based, Community-powered.
Our circles are fueled by:
đź‘Ą Volunteer Mend-tors
♻️ Upcycled Textiles
Rip. Repair. Repeat.
Got a tear, hole, worn-out spot, or stain? Bring your clothes and textiles to our circles to learn how you can bring them back to life with visible mending—creative repairs that are meant to be seen, shared, and celebrated.
We have circles to teach new mending techniques or specific clothing like jeans, socks, and knits. We also host “open lab” circles where anyone can bring anything in to learn how to mend them.
Making a Kit & Sashiko Palm Thimble
Whether you’ve never threaded a needle or you’ve been stitching for years, you’re welcome here!
Alison Davis-Holland is an artist and founder of Art on the Mend. Shaped by her experience navigating cancer and illness during the pandemic, she strives to create welcoming spaces where people come together to renew not just to clothing—but themselves.
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Thank you for your support!
- Affordable Homes and Communities
- Arlington Public Library
- ArlingtonWeaves Etc.
- George Mason University, Mason Exhibitions
- George Washington University & The Textile Museum
- Upcycled textiles by Pottery Barn Clarendon
- Photos by Daniel Gessel and Hanna Leka/The George Washington University
- Countless community contributions of fabric, yarn, and other mending supplies
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