On Saturday 14 November, a Leytonstone fashion designer is opening her home studio to local families to repair children’s clothes for free.
Sara V Regi is offering twelve free appointments. She will take up hems, mend small tears and help well-loved clothes last longer. Families who can’t come in person can drop clothes off in the morning and pick them up later the same day.
All appointments must be booked in advance. Families get the studio address once their booking is confirmed. Booking details are in the original Waltham Forest Echo report.
From Kerala to Leytonstone
Sara founded Seasons by Sarah. She learned her craft in her parents’ tailoring shop in Kerala, in southern India, and studied Fashion Design in Chennai before moving to London. She recently launched Little Garden Days, a sustainable clothing collection for children aged one to ten, through the brand Karee.
She explained what drives the idea: “In India, having clothes altered is something most families can afford, while in London, a small alteration can cost as much as a new dress.”
She chose 14 November because it is Children’s Day in India, a date that means a lot to her. She hopes the day will help families cope with rising living costs as the weather turns colder.
