Modern day living has made it tough to authentically connect. Add living in rural VT and it's easy to feel like we are all alone. That no one experiences what we experience.

They keep telling us "it takes a village" but forgot to keep that mindset alive for our generations! And, how the heck do you even make friends as an adult? AM I RIGHTTTT?!

This concept started after Speaker, Consciously Unbecoming Founder, mother and Belvidere, VT resident, Jess Kiely Vogelpohl, desperately realized the importance of needing a village herself. And, through many beautiful and authentic conversations with other women also yearning for something similar - this idea came to life.

Come gather with other women and chat about various topics each month. And, be on YOUR level of vulnerability. Maybe that is sharing and conversing or just listening. Heck, maybe you just need to be around other people because community is so vital to our mental health.

✨ This month's theme is all about creativity and presence. ✨

I am so excited that this month we will be having a fun Community Crossover Event with Mending Extraordinaire and Village Circle Member, Allie Preston! Her passion for clothing sustainability and her gentle nature are just two of the reasons she is the absolute best!

Listen to what Allie has to say - Fast fashion is easy because doing the right thing is hard. Textiles have been overproduced,overconsumed, poorly made, constructed out of plastic, trended to outdate and built to replace. So, what can you do to help aid in a slower, more sustainable Earth? Reuse and rework the clothes you already have. Bring new life to them with visible mending!

Join us 6/25 for a session on Sashiko; the Japanese art of visible mending and patchwork~a FREE, beginner-friendly workshop presented by Allie Preston.

Visible mending is embroidery or stitching for the decorative and/or functional reinforcement of cloth and clothing. We'll learn the basics of visible mending by first practicing on a small cutout of provided fabric. If time allows, folks can start a second project to be completed at home, either on a personal garment or a larger piece of fabric. Materials to practice with during the workshop will be provided.

Absolutely no experience needed! Let's learn something new and CREATE!

Things to bring:
🌀 Journal and Pen
🌀 Bring something to mend - old jeans, hats, jackets, socks, stuffies, blankets, whatever! Scrap fabric, sewing supplies, and thread will be provided!
🌀Snack to share - this is COMPLETELY optional but we love a good potluck!

As always, the It Takes a Village Women's Circle is donation based! Suggested donation - $10. But, do not let this stop you. All are welcome, always!

Something is brewing in our community and it's a bunch of women living in their true essence. It gives me chills! See you there!

With love ,
JKV

Event Info

Jun 28 to 30, 2024

Jun 30, 2024, 2 to 3 PM

Jul 3, 2024, 5:30 to 6:30 PM