Mending Circles Bring Back the Art of Visible Repair

Rather than hiding a tear, some menders now stitch it in bold, decorative thread on purpose.Visible mending treats a garment's damage as an opportunity rather than a flaw to disguise, often using contrasting colors and patchwork techniques borrowed from Japanese sashiko. Workshops teaching the craft have waiting lists in some cities, drawing people frustrated with fast fashion's disposability. Practitioners say a well-mended piece often becomes more cherished than it was before it tore.