Discover a world of sustainable fashion and interiors at the Revive and Thrive Village

• Revival’s Revive and Thrive Village will stage a joyous schedule of workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions and talks, using sustainable ‘Make Do and Mend’ approaches of post-war Britain to breathe new life into pre-loved belongings
• Learn to sew, stitch and salvage second-hand treasures this Second-Hand September

We are delighted to announce the stellar line-up of workshops, demonstrations, talks and exhibitions taking place at Goodwood Revival from Friday 16 – Sunday 18 September within the brand new Revive and Thrive Village.

Built around a community of artisans and experts, this new event area will present a modern take on the post-war ‘Make Do and Mend’ ethos as an antidote to today’s disposable culture.

Discover the heritage skills contemporary artists use to repair, repurpose and restyle in our Craft Cabins, featuring furniture and textile designer, Zoe Murphy; Bargello author, Nerrisa Pratt; quilting expert, Miesje Chafer; embroiderer, Flora Colchester; scrap model artist, The Rag and Bone Man; upholsterer and star of Interior Design Masters, Micaela Sharp, and Macramé artist, Isabella Strambio. The Writer’s Shed will play host to a series of book signings, with authors of books on vintage and sustainable crafts.

The Sewing Tent will offer a schedule of sewing workshops across the weekend, in association with PFAFF™ and designer deadstock fabric studio, New Craft House. These are now available to book online at Goodwood.com

The Revive and Thrive Stage will offer a series of free talks across the weekend, taking in taking in sustainable fashion, interiors and craft.

THE REVIVE AND THRIVE WORKSHOPS

Each workshop lasts 1 hour and costs just £12, which will include all materials. Participants must be 16 years of age or over.

10:00 Make a reusable face wipe with PFAFF™

Reduce daily waste by making your own reusable face wipe, with the industry leading PFAFF™ sewing team. You’ll learn about the different fabrics that can be used and how to batch sew, so you can make plenty for yourself, your friends and your family. It’s a quick, easy and therapeutic class for beginners and pros.

11:15 Craft your own vintage-style headband with The New Craft House

With The New Craft House – London’s top sewing studio and designer deadstock fabric shop – you’ll learn the simple sewing techniques required to create a Revival-ready accessory within the hour. Everyone can have a go - even if you've never used a sewing machine before, you'll be able to make something beautiful to wear at the festival.

12:30 Quilt a Mug Rug with PFAFF™

The perfect project for a taste of quilting, this is a great way to use up scraps of fabric. Once you’ve mastered how to assemble your pieces, you’ll learn some decorative quilting stitches to finish this reusable coaster, with ample room for both for your tea and biscuit!

13:45 Create a Bargello wall hanging with Nerrisa Pratt          

The ultimate authority on this vintage tapestry technique – especially popular in the 1960s – ‘Bargello’ author, Nerrisa Pratt will help you create your very own retro wall hanging.

15:00 Master darning and visible repairs with PFAFF™ and The New Craft House

Repair time-worn favourites with these essential sewing skills. You'll learn creative visible mending techniques, including darning and embellishing, empowering you to give second-hand clothes a new life. Suitable for complete beginners.

THE REVIVE AND THRIVE TALKS LINE-UP

*Provisional line-up, may be subject to change

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