Instructor: Chelsea Head

Biography: Chelsea Head, founder of Chelsea Head Tailoring & Mending, brings a wealth of experience to her Sashiko workshop. With 20 years of sewing experience, including time spent at Detroit Denim, Chelsea specializes in clothing repair and alterations, particularly denim. She's passionate about sharing her knowledge and skills, particularly in the art of mending and the creativity that Sashiko stitching offers. Her business is dedicated to helping people love their clothes and care for them for years to come.

Classes by this instructor

90-MINUTE HEM WORKSHOP

Master the practical skill of hemming pants for a professional, custom fit at home using hand stitching and machine sewing techniques.
Saturday, March 21, 2026, T*910

BASIC MACHINE SEWING

Learn the anatomy of a sewing machine, how to use it, and troubleshooting basic issues that arise. From there, students will practice sewing with the goal of increasing confidence while using the machine. The class will culminate in the creation of a pillow with basic design details to highlight skills learned.
February 4-18, 2026, T*910
February 21, 2026 to March 7, 2026, T*910

FIBER ARTS: SASHIKO

Create textiles that are both beautiful and functional. Shashiko is an ancient Japanese mending technique that uses geometric decorative stitches to reinforce fabrics.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, T*910
Saturday, April 18, 2026, T*910