Sewing
Whether you're making clothes, creating an amazing costume for Armageddon, or mending you'll find useful resources at the Library.
Sewing
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- Sewing and dress making
See also: Fashion Technology and Design at Ara
Sewing by the seaside
Need to repair or make a piece of clothing but don't have a sewing machine? New Brighton Library now has a sewing machine for public use.
Sewing, overlocker and embroidery machines
Sewing machines are available at several libraries: Fendalton, Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre, Matatiki Hornby Centre, New Brighton and Tūranga.
Repair, Revive & Rewear: Clothing Repair & Visible Mending
Sep 17th | 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Got a favourite item that's torn, worn, or in need of a little TLC? Join us for a hands-on clothing repair and visible mending session.
Jack’s got it all sewn up: Sustainable sewing at Tūranga
Outdoor enthusiast Jack Kerr has found a sustainable way to get the things he needs – by making them himself at Tūranga.
Sewing by the seaside
Need to repair or make a piece of clothing but don't have a sewing machine? New Brighton Library now has a sewing machine for public use.
Sewing, overlocker and embroidery machines
Sewing machines are available at several libraries: Fendalton, Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre, Matatiki Hornby Centre, New Brighton and Tūranga.
Repair, Revive & Rewear: Clothing Repair & Visible Mending
Sep 17th | 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Got a favourite item that's torn, worn, or in need of a little TLC? Join us for a hands-on clothing repair and visible mending session.
Jack’s got it all sewn up: Sustainable sewing at Tūranga
Outdoor enthusiast Jack Kerr has found a sustainable way to get the things he needs – by making them himself at Tūranga.
Cosplay and costuming
Costuming in the catalogue
Cosplay and costuming
Behind the Curtain exhibition, part of a series
A stunning exhibition of the costumes, props and set from the Court Theatre’s recent production of The Importance of Being Earnest.
'Armageddon' at Auahatanga - Creative Spaces
Armageddon Expo is on at Te Pae Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March 2026. Get your costume sorted in our Auahatanga - Creative Spaces.
Participants at Vesak celebration: Picturing Canterbury
Participants at the Vesak celebration held in Cathedral Square, 4 April 2008. An image from Canterbury Stories.
Tusken Raider in Santa Parade: Picturing Canterbury
A person dressed as a Tusken Raider in the Smiths City Santa Parade (2009) on Colombo Street. An image from Canterbury Stories.
Mending
Mending in the catalogue
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Repair, Revive & Rewear: Clothing Repair & Visible Mending
Sep 17th | 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Got a favourite item that's torn, worn, or in need of a little TLC? Join us for a hands-on clothing repair and visible mending session.
Jack’s got it all sewn up: Sustainable sewing at Tūranga
Outdoor enthusiast Jack Kerr has found a sustainable way to get the things he needs – by making them himself at Tūranga.
Crafting for Wellbeing - Sashiko mending, part of a series
Drop in, relax and enjoy some 'me' time as you explore a new craft every month. Learn basic Sashiko stitches while making your own coaster.
Related pages
Crafts
Our libraries have a range of resources to improve your craft skills and give you creative ideas.
Fashion
Resources for the dedicated follower of fashion. Find books, magazines and more about fashion, designers, sewing and style.
New Zealand fashion
Explore the clothing and dress of Kiwis, from past eras and today.
Auahatanga - Creative Spaces
There is amazing technology at Christchurch City Libraries. Find out about each piece of gear, where you can find it, & how you can use it.