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Drop, Dip, Switch: Indigo Dye & Upcycle Workshop

Ready to give your wardrobe a fresh new look?

Join us for a hands-on indigo dyeing and upcycling experience where creativity meets sustainability. Learn the art of natural indigo dyeing and transform a plain item into a one-of-a-kind piece you'll actually want to wear.

Bring a clean, light-colored clothing item to dye—or swap it for a blank piece provided at the event. 1-2 items included- extra pieces range $5-$10 each.
Experiment with folding, binding, and resist-dye techniques to create unique patterns and designs while giving old clothes a second life.

Saturday, September 26  •  12 PM - 3 PM

Join us for Main St. Market on October 4th and spend the afternoon exploring local vendors, handmade goods, vintage finds, art, fashion, and one-of-a-kind treasures from creative small businesses. Enjoy live music from DJ Metro, delicious food vendors, and a vibrant community atmosphere in the heart of Old Town Fairfax.

While you're here, stop by Perfect Mistakes, a creative studio, retail shop, and art gallery featuring unique artwork, wearable art, and handmade goods. Explore the gallery, shop the retail space, and learn about upcoming workshops and classes in dyeing, painting, textiles, upcycling, and more.

Make a day of it by visiting neighboring boutiques, including Mode on Main and Lucy Loves, and discover even more shopping, style, and creativity throughout downtown Fairfax. Whether you're browsing, eating, dancing, or finding inspiration, Main St. Market is a celebration of community, art, and local businesses.

Sunday, September 6th - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

📅 October 10th | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🎉 FREE COMMUNITY EVENT!

Come celebrate the season with us at Perfect Mistakes for a fun-filled day of shopping, creativity, art, and community!

🍁 Shop for fabulous fall clothing
🎨 Create fun artistic crafts
🛍️ Explore retail, customs & unique finds
🖼️ Visit and enjoy the Art Gallery
🥂 Sip, shop, create, and connect with the community!

Whether you’re looking for something special to wear, want to get creative, or simply want to enjoy a beautiful fall day with friends and neighbors, there’s something for everyone!

✨ Come celebrate, support local creativity, and enjoy the Perfect Mistakes Fall Festival! ✨

October 10th • 10 AM – 5 PM • FREE EVENT
🍂 Bring your friends, bring your family, and bring your love for art and community! 🍂

Thursday, October 15  •  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Sewing and Upcycle Class

Ready to get creative? Join our in-person sewing and upcycle class where you'll learn fun tips and tricks to turn old clothes into something fresh and fabulous! Whether you're a total newbie or have some sewing skills, this class is all about having a blast and making cool stuff. Bring your enthusiasm, and let's make fashion more sustainable together!

Possible Project Ideas:

Shirt → new top

Jeans → bag

Sweater → vest

Dress → skirt/top

Textiles → wearable art

Students bring something they already own:

• Men's shirt

• Jeans

• Jacket

• Dress

• Sweater

• Vintage textile

• Thrifted

You will learn how to deconstruct, redesign and reconstruct it.

📅 October 17th | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Calling all George Mason University students! Come down to Perfect Mistakes in Old Town Fairfax for an afternoon filled with art, creativity, shopping, and community!

✨ What to expect:
🎨 Explore and participate in fun arts & crafts
📚 Sign up for upcoming classes
💬 Ask questions and learn more about our creative offerings
🖼️ Explore the Perfect Mistakes Art Gallery
👕 Pick up unique pieces and have them customized
🛍️ Shop our collection of clothing, art, and creative finds
🤝 Meet, connect, and enjoy the local community

Whether you’re an artist, a creative at heart, a fashion lover, or just looking for something fun to do, come hang out, create, shop, and discover something new!

📍 Perfect Mistakes • Old Town Fairfax
🎓 Mason to Main • October 17th • 12–4 PM

George Mason students — come make your mark! 💚

Sunday, October 18  •  4 PM - 6 PM

Sewing and Upcycle Class

Ready to get creative? Join our in-person sewing and upcycle class where you'll learn fun tips and tricks to turn old clothes into something fresh and fabulous! Whether you're a total newbie or have some sewing skills, this class is all about having a blast and making cool stuff. Bring your enthusiasm, and let's make fashion more sustainable together!

Possible Project Ideas:

Shirt → new top

Jeans → bag

Sweater → vest

Dress → skirt/top

Textiles → wearable art

Students bring something they already own:

• Men's shirt

• Jeans

• Jacket

• Dress

• Sweater

• Vintage textile

• Thrifted

You will learn how to deconstruct, redesign and reconstruct it.

November 14th - 5:00 PM

🎉✨ COME CELEBRATE! ✨🎉

Join us for an exciting and celebratory day honoring the Grand Opening of Perfect Mistakes and celebrating Artist Cheryl Neway’s incredible 30-year journey of bringing her vision, creativity, and passion to the community!

Come down to support, shop, sip, and celebrate as we gather together for these two incredible milestones. 🥂🛍️🎨

Let’s bring the community together, celebrate big accomplishments, and raise a glass to 30 years of creativity, dedication, and Perfect Mistakes!

💫 Come celebrate with us—you won’t want to miss it! 💫

Get a head start on the holiday season by creating a one-of-a-kind stocking using hand-stitching, upcycled fabrics, and creative dye techniques. Transform reclaimed textiles into a festive keepsake while learning simple stitching methods and exploring color, texture, and design. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and leave with a handmade stocking full of personality and holiday spirit. 

Sunday, November 22nd •  2 PM - 4 PM