We have launched a repair service where clothes are mended as art for NOK 1000 per hour. Traditional sustainability measures cut costs and contribute to overconsumption. Radical solutions are needed; we must increase the cost of sustainability. Clothes are too cheap, and repairs are perceived as expensive due to exploitation in the production chain. Decorative repairs can become a status symbol.
Create well-paid jobs in sustainability to reduce consumption. The economy should serve us, not the other way around. Repair it yourself if paying is too expensive; my book Visible Mending provides tips for inexpensive repairs with needle and thread.
Through our online store, we support free knowledge sharing and sustainable solutions. By making repairs valuable, we can change the world. Norway can lead with international influence. Let's create a sustainable future together.
Kogin is a type of embroidery that somewhat resembles Norwegian smøyg or counted stitch. Geometric patterns are created by covering areas of fabric with horizontal stitches, counting your way between loosely woven fabric and building up the pattern row by row. Here you will find an introduction to the technique, both historically and how to perform it.
Do you want to try Sashiko? Watch this video first to learn a little more about what it actually is and to get an overview and guidance on what kind of equipment is used, how it can be done, where you can learn more, and what it actually is!
You’ve decided you want to repair your own or others’ jeans and trousers, but you’re not sure where to start? Here’s an overview of some different methods and terms, as well as what equipment will help you get started! Good luck!
