Do Good, Feel Good, Neuthread - Mend it, Don't Rag it 19.03.2026

Do Good, Feel Good, Neuthread - Mend it, Don't Rag it 19.03.2026
Repair, Reuse, Make a Difference

What You'll Do:

Our next Do Good, Feel Good event is going to take us over to the Daisy Chain centre in Portrack Lane, Stockton to help with the Neuthread Project.

Spaces are limited due to the session and transport, only 7 students will be allowed to sign up so please only book on if you are committed to joining us on the day.

We will meet at 9:30am at the Student Life Building reception on Thursday 19th March 2026.

Our taxi will depart and we will head over to Daisy Chain.

Our tasks will include:

Sort donated clothing into clear categories.
Repair simple items such as hems, seams, or add buttons.
Adapt or upcycle clothing into new or improved garments.
Use sewing machines or hand-sewing equipment (with support).
Press, finish, and check garments for resale.
Help reduce textile waste and promote sustainable fashion.

Tea and Coffee will be provided but please bring a lunch with you.

We will then leave in the taxi at 2pm and return back to campus for around 2:30pm.

Why You'll Love It:

Mend It, Don’t Rag It is an ethical and sustainable clothing project. The programme focuses on repairing, adapting, and upcycling donated clothing so it can be reused and enjoyed again, rather than being sent to landfill. It supports environmental sustainability while helping people learn practical skills and contribute to their local community. We will help repair, adapt, and upcycle donated clothing so it can be reused and sold, rather than going to landfill. By giving clothes a new life, volunteers support the environment, reduce textile waste, and help the local community. This event is welcoming to people of all skill levels, including those with little or no sewing experience but a keen interest in learning. You will be part of a team and fully supported by the volunteering team throughout.

What You'll Learn:

Sewing and repair skills. Increased confidence and wellbeing. Experience in sustainable fashion and textiles. The chance to make a real environmental and community impact.

What We're Looking For:

Commitment to the day.

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