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Three free workshops bring traditional sewing to Villa de Vallecas
In November, the Fábrica de Muebles de Cañada Real will host three free workshops at 10:00 am. Teresa Entretejidos will teach how to make backless espadrilles, and there will be sashiko and photo embroidery sessions; prior registration is required.
Sashiko began as a technique for repairing and reinforcing work clothes to extend their lifespan. Teresa Entretejidos will teach it on 19 November at 10:00 am in a workshop in Villa de Vallecas.
On Wednesday 25 November, also at 10:00 am, the instructor will lead an introduction to photobroidery. This technique combines photography and sewing: threads and stitches are used to intervene in images, turning them into textile pieces. The activities are part of the monthly agenda of 21 Distritos.
The first session will be on Thursday 5 November at 10:00 am. The workshop teaches the basics of traditional sewing and allows participants to make their own backless espadrilles.
The workshops are held at the Fábrica de Muebles de Cañada Real, at Carretera del Vertedero Municipal de Valdemingómez, 155/157. Admission is free and prior registration is required.