Denim Upcycling – Saturday, February 28, 2026

Breathe new life into your old jeans, jackets, and other denim pieces in this hands-on workshop focused on creativity and sustainability. You’ll learn visible mending techniques such as patching, sashiko-inspired stitching, and creative repair methods. The class will combine some machine sewing and hand stitching. There will be 1-2 sewing machines on hand that the class can share as needed; feel free to bring your own sewing machine if you want. 

The instructor will provide plenty of inspiration, design ideas, and guidance to help you reimagine your denim with personality and purpose. You will leave with a partially finished or completely repaired and renewed piece of denim. Perfect for all skill levels, but some stitching experience is preferred (denim can be hard to stitch). Bring your old denim and an open mind! 

Your instructor will provide the following:

• Denim and other fabrics
• Needles
• Thread and needle threader

Students are asked to bring:

• Scissors
• Denim / other fabric (the instructor will have some on hand if you do not have your own)
• Optional: sewing machine

Skill Level
Open to beginners, but some stitching experience is preferred.

Age Requirement
Students ages 16 and older are welcome to attend this class. Ages 16-17 can register with parent permission (by email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org).  

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $69
Materials Fee: $5
Total Cost: $74

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible! If interested, you can find our cancellation policy HERE.