Here's another Fimo repair job -- my grandmother's old bookends! I even managed to re-felt the bottoms with green felt (like they had originally). And yes, I managed to take before and after photos!
cc: @MossyQuartz @ai6yr
Well, saving money is a good reason for #NoBuy practices. But even better -- keeping things out of the landfills! This is a trend we ALL need to see more of! For whatever reason one chooses not to buy, I'm glad to see it catching on!
How the '#NoBuy2025' trend could help you get your budget on track this year
Ivana Pino, July 21, 2025
Excerpt: "Many of those who take on the challenge start by creating a list of rules for themselves that align with their lifestyles. This could include hard rules such as 'no new clothes whatsoever' or 'no new technology,' as well as rules that limit the frequency of certain purchases, such as 'yes to takeout once per month' or 'yes to one nail appointment every two weeks.'
"Others have posted online about having a 'low buy' year, which means they’re limiting the amount of purchases they’re making, rather than cutting out non-essential spending altogether."
Very cool! Tagging for #SolarPunkSunday! @lnlyisol @ascentale @sam @bikenite @pws
I’m absolutely in agreement with @tomi here - it might *cost less to the consumer* to buy a new one, but it’s far better for everyone if things get repaired. And that needs to be led by the industries who produce consumer goods (but won’t be, as that’s their business model). #repaircafe #RepairReuseRecycle
From: @po3mah
https://mastodon.social/@po3mah/114913284901954432
Did this today, together with a friend, a can report success: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/rewiring-the-new-sennheiser-hd201s.123894/
And two years later we meet again...
Thats ok for a 3d printed part that cost maybe an euro for me to print.
(And two hours of cursing because you have to take the whole door apart !)
And kept a free tumble dryer out of the scrap for three years.
Monday, 14 July 2025
#ForestFixers Drop in and #FixIt session
At #ForestRecyclingProject E17 9AW
London, United Kingdom
Monday, 14 July 2025
09:00 - 16:00
Drop in and Fix It
"Do you have an electrical appliance (or similar) at home that needs fixing but you don’t have the tools? Or do you just like fixing stuff in the company of like-minded people?
"Come and join us at our regular sessions on Sundays and Mondays during the daytime. Let us know if you don’t have anything to fix and we will ensure that we bring something for you.
"Let us know you are coming by clicking on RSVP [at the link below].
"Please note that this session is for people who want to fix. If you want something fixed, please come to a repair cafe."
Contact: ForestFixers@gmail.com
Location:
Forest Recycling Project
2C Bakers Avenue
London E17 9AW
#SolarPunkSunday #RightToRepair #FixItUK #Fixers #BuildingCommunity #RepairReuseRecycle #RepairReuse #DIY
#ReduceRepairReuseRecycle
#RepairingAustralia – Community #RepairCafes and Hubs via #TransitionAustralia
WHERE TO FIND A REPAIR CAFE AND REPAIR LAB?
"[At the link] below is a list of Repair Cafes and #RepairLabs in #Australia. Please note most links below will take you to the local Facebook pages for each repair cafe as they offer the most up to date information and events for each location."
https://transitionaustralia.net/community-repair-cafes-hubs/
"We’re here to fix your broken items. Our skilled volunteers can fix your items in a sustainable way.
"Bring along any small electrical broken items like kettles, coffee machines or toasters, clothes that need mending and we’ll do our best to repair them while you enjoy a cuppa and a slice of cake."
Saturdays 10.00am - 1.00pm
St Mary’s Church Hall
Worlds End Lane
Orpington
BR6 6AG
Email orpingtonrepaircafe@gmail.com
#SolarPunkSunday #FixIt #RepairCafes
#RepairReuseRecycle #RepairReuse
#ReUse #RepairCafesUK #RepairCafesBromley #BuildingCommunity #ReduceRepairReuseRecycle
Upcoming Events for 2025
#ChapelHill Workshop • July 26
"Repair Café is free. We will have tools and experienced people who can work with you to find the best way to repair your item. We can assist with electrical and non-electrical appliances, furniture, jewelry, toys and much more."
Jul 26, 2025, Seymour Center
Haywood County Workshop • August 9
"Full Service Repair Event at the Willow Building on the #HaywoodCommunityCollege Campus."
Directions: Enter main campus at 185 Freedlander Dr, #ClydeNC. Head up the hill and take the first right on Sawmill Drive. Look for signs for parking near the Willow Building.
Aug 9, 2025
Haywood Community College Willow Building
#CharlotteNC Workshop • August 16
"#RepairCafé is free. We will have tools and experienced people who can work with you to find the best way to repair your item. We can assist with electrical and non-electrical appliances, furniture, jewelry, toys and much more."
Aug 16, 2025
Innovation Barn
Cary Workshop • August 16
"Repair Café is free. We will have tools and experienced people who can work with you to find the best way to repair your item. We can assist with electrical and non-electrical appliances, furniture, jewelry, toys and much more.
Aug 16, 2025
Kirk of Kildaire Presbyterian Church
#GreensboroNC Workshop • August 17
"Repair Café is free. We will have tools and experienced people who can work with you to find the best way to repair your item. We can assist with electrical and non-electrical appliances, furniture, jewelry, toys and much more."
Aug 17, 2025
Reconsidered Goods
Sewing and Mending in Buncombe County • August 19
"Volunteer sewing specialists will be mending clothing and other household sewing repairs - including patching, stitching, buttons, zipper repair, hemming, and more. Repairs are not limited to clothing - bring your stuffed animals, old purse, leather gloves, etc. If it's fabric, we'll try to fix it! Sorry, sewing machine repairs are not offered at this event. Early registration is not necessary. Please read the House Rules before attending."
Aug 19, 2025
Pack Memorial Library
#AshevilleNC Workshop • August 21
Asheville Workshop • August 21
"Full Service Repair Event at the Asheville Tool Library, located at Smith Mill Works.
Aug 21, 2025
Asheville Tool Library
Sewing and Mending in Buncombe County • September 11
"Volunteer sewing specialists will be mending clothing and other household sewing repairs - including patching, stitching, buttons, zipper repair, hemming, and more. Repairs are not limited to clothing - bring your stuffed animals, old purse, leather gloves, etc. If it's fabric, we'll try to fix it! Sorry, sewing machine repairs are not offered at this event. Early registration is not necessary. Please read the House Rules before attending."
Sep 11, 2025
Black Mountain Public Library
Sewing and Mending in Buncombe County • October 9
"Volunteer sewing specialists will be mending clothing and other household sewing repairs - including patching, stitching, buttons, zipper repair, hemming, and more. Repairs are not limited to clothing - bring your stuffed animals, old purse, leather gloves, etc. If it's fabric, we'll try to fix it! Sorry, sewing machine repairs are not offered at this event.
Oct 9, 2025
#FairviewPublicLibrary
Haywood County Workshop • October 11
"Full Service Repair Event at the Willow Building on the Haywood Community College Campus. Directions: Enter main campus at 185 Freedlander Dr, Clyde, NC. Head up the hill and take the first right on Sawmill Drive. Look for signs for parking near the Willow Building. An HCC campus map is available for download here.
Oct 11, 2025
Haywood Community College Willow Building
#GreensboroNC Workshop • October 11
"Repair Café is free. We will have tools and experienced people who can work with you to find the best way to repair your item. We can assist with electrical and non-electrical appliances, furniture, jewelry, toys and much more.
Oct 11, 2025
Reconsidered Good Pop-Up Store @ Revolution Mill
Asheville Workshop • October 16
"Full Service Repair Event at the #AshevilleToolLibrary, located at #SmithMillWorks.
Oct 16, 2025
Asheville Tool Library
#CharlotteNC Workshop • October 18
"Repair Café is free. We will have tools and experienced people who can work with you to find the best way to repair your item. We can assist with electrical and non-electrical appliances, furniture, jewelry, toys and much more."
Oct 18, 2025
Innovation Barn
Cary Workshop • October 25
"Repair Café is free. We will have tools and experienced people who can work with you to find the best way to repair your item. We can assist with electrical and non-electrical appliances, furniture, jewelry, toys and much more.
Oct 25, 2025
Kirk of Kildaire Presbyterian Church
Sewing and Mending in Buncombe County • November 13
"Volunteer sewing specialists will be mending clothing and other household sewing repairs - including patching, stitching, buttons, zipper repair, hemming, and more. Repairs are not limited to clothing - bring your stuffed animals, old purse, leather gloves, etc. If it's fabric, we'll try to fix it! Sorry, sewing machine repairs are not offered at this event."Nov 13, 2025
#LeicesterPublicLibrary
#HillsboroughNC Workshop • November 15
"Repair Café is free. We will have tools and experienced people who can work with you to find the best way to repair your item. We can assist with electrical and non-electrical appliances, furniture, jewelry, toys and much more.
Nov 15, 2025
Whitted Meeting Room
Asheville Workshop • December 4
"Full Service Repair Event at the Asheville Tool Library, located at Smith Mill Works."
Dec 4, 2025
Asheville Tool Library
Sewing and Mending in Buncombe County • December 6
"Volunteer sewing specialists will be mending clothing and other household sewing repairs - including patching, stitching, buttons, zipper repair, hemming, and more. Repairs are not limited to clothing - bring your stuffed animals, old purse, leather gloves, etc. If it's fabric, we'll try to fix it! Sorry, sewing machine repairs are not offered at this event."
Dec 6, 2025
Pack Memorial Library
Charlotte Workshop • December 13
"Repair Café is free. We will have tools and experienced people who can work with you to find the best way to repair your item. We can assist with electrical and non-electrical appliances, furniture, jewelry, toys and much more."
Dec 13, 2025
Innovation Barn
Source and FMI: https://www.repaircafenc.org/upcoming-events
#SolarPunkSunday #FixIt #RepairCafesNC #RepairCafes
#RepairReuseRecycle #RepairReuse
#ReUse #ReduceRepairReuseRecycle
#OakPark #FixItCafe
at Community Shop Class, 3818 Stockton Blvd
(turn into parking lot behind between Community Shop Class and Luigi’s)
Every 2nd Saturday/mo @ 11am-2pm
Upcoming 2025 Dates
Apr 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, Aug 9,
Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13
- Knife & Tool Sharpening
- Electrical, Lamp & Small Appliance Repair
- Bicycle Repair
- Sweing & Clothing Mending
- Cofee, tea, Snacks, Beans & Rice
- Cameraderie... FREE, like everything!
"Oak Park Fix-It Cafe is a group of community members who gather once a month to hang out, help anyone with any needed repairs, and (sometimes) even learn a new skill or two!
"Come join your neighbors as we share what we have to fix what we need. Or just come as you are, take a load off, have a cup o’ joe and a cookie, and maybe make some new friends. If you need to just relax with friends, we’re here for that. If you want to get your hands a little dirty, we can help there, too.
"This is always FREE, and always for EVERYONE—no matter your housing status, language or background.
Donation Wish List
- “EZ-Up” Tent/Awning Duct Tape
- Outdoor Extension Cords
- Power Strips
- Shop-Style Floor Bike Pump
- Bike Repair Stand
- Tire Patches
- Bike Inner Tubes
- Fabric Remnants Pins & Needles
- Beans for Bean Bags
- Small Scissors for Handwork
- Large Glass Water Dispenser
- Paper Coffee Cups & Lids
'As an all-volunteer outfit, we usually just make do with what we already have. We’re grateful for whatever you can provide!"
FMI - https://oak-park-fix-it-cafe.mailchimpsites.com/
#SolarPunkSunday #BicycleRepair #RepairCafesSacramento #RepairCafesCalifornia #eWaste
#Volunteer #BuildingCommunity #FixIt #RepairCafes #RepairReuseRecycle #RepairReuse #ReUse #ReduceRepairReuseRecycle