Mend With Friends
Mend with Friends (@mendwithfriendshtx) is a Houston-based sewing club, facilitated by artists Autumn McIlraith and Naomi Kuo, a current BOX 13 member. The purpose of the group is to encourage people to extend the lives of their clothes and other textile items through practical and creative mending. The group is also about building community around sustainability and skill sharing. Folks of all sewing skill levels are welcome!
Mend with Friends meets approximately every two months at BOX 13 on Saturday mornings, 10 AM-12 PM (dates TBA). These will include an hour-long workshop on specific topics and techniques as well as time for folks to work on their own mending projects in a casual, social and collaborative setting. Check out their Instagram page for updated information!
Recent / Upcoming Events:
2/21/26: Sashiko workshop & mending meetup @BOX 13, 10 AM-12 PM
5/30/26: Sashiko Part 2 @BOX 13, 10 AM-12 PM
7/25/26: Workshop topic and location TBA, 10 AM-12 PM
To participate, bring one or more textile items to mend and any supplies you may need and have for your project (ex: needles, thread, scissors, scrap fabric). Some basic tools and materials will be provided as needed.
Participation is free of charge, though donations of cash, supplies, or refreshments at the events are welcome. Mend with Friends members are also invited to lead workshops - contact the organizers if you have an idea! This group is run on mutual support and sharing.
Street parking at BOX 13 is available along Cesar Chavez Blvd and Capitol St. Enter through the glass doors on Harrisburg Blvd. For more information, message the artists on IG (@mendwithfriendshtx) or email nkuo19@gmail.com.