Congratulations, @tdr112 !
#SolarPunkSunday #ReuseRepair #ReuseAndRepairChampion đ đ§
#ReuseRepair
So, back when I was a teenager, I damaged the top of this antique table with nail polish remover. My grandmother was understandably upset, and said the table was mine, as it was ruined in her opinion. Years later, after she had passed away, I refinished the table's top to look like marble. It took a while to do, but it's still one of my best refinishing jobs. If she were still around, I think she would have been impressed (and would have wanted the table back).
Also, this was my witchy altar for many, many, years...! đ§đŒââïž
Building a #Sustainable home in the #Australian #Outback
May 25, 2025
"In 2024 Anika Molesworth and her partner set out to build a family home in a remote part of New South Wales. They were looking to create, in Anikaâs words, 'something comfortable, a beautiful space that complemented the land, and a house that doesnât cost the planet.' That was the mission. But after speaking with various builders, both local and from afar, and getting ideas on new house builds (mainly kit-home/modular type things) they all just felt wrong. The ideas they were presenting and the materials they would be using, went against the whole idea of sustainability.
"Faced with these new-build issues, Anikaâs attention turned to an abandoned homestead on her familyâs property. 'It was very humble. Like seriously humble. Tiny windows, small dark rooms, not an ounce of insulation. Never connected to any services. It was going to be a big task making it comfortable.' But Anika could see the potential.
"A few local builders were invited over to have a look and give their ideas. The first one said 'better to build a new home using refrigerator panels.' Which he happened to sell, dismissing the renovation concept as a waste of time and money. Time and again Anika bumped up with people who just could not see the vision and had no idea what she was talking about with ârecycling, reclaiming and using natural materialsâ. Local suppliers â from electricians to plumbing â just tried to sell her the same cheap, imported products. When Anika spoke to a local plumbing supplier about composting toilets she was simply met with eye rolling."
Read more:
http://owgf.org/2025/05/25/building-a-sustainable-home-in-the-australian-outback/
More info:
https://outbacksmarthome.weebly.com/
#SustainableBuilding #AdaptiveReuse #SolarPunk #SolarPunkSunday #Australia #OutbackSmartHome #ReuseRepair
So, I finally finished repairing and refinishing my grandmother's bookcase. The shelves were originally attached with pegs, but after making structural repairs, I could only put pegs into one side of the bookshelves. It seems my grandfather had that problem as well, since I saw that he put a nail into one of the pegged spots. With the pegs, the bookshelf was foldable. I noticed that a lot of furniture my grandparents owned was on wheels (probably because they moved around a lot)? Anyhow, I'm quite pleased with the results, and now my grandmother's bookcase is in my upstairs hallway, and is filled with cryptozoology books, history books, and tomes about spooky lore and other subjects related to my fiction writing.
cc: @ShadowPlay
Urgh, looks like my jacketâs waterproof seams have started to delaminate⊠looking at seam gripâŠ
For full circle skirt it is possible to adjust according an increased waist measurement, if you can change or lengthen the waistband. To do it remove the waistband, cut off a slim strip from top and add (maybe different) waistband back on. Today I'm fixing my full circle wrap skirt, and removing mere 2 cm from top added >12 cm to waist! I like contrasting waistbands for my skirts, but this time I will reuse the original, because it has long ends for tying.
#sewing #VisibleMending #ReuseRepair
#RestartParties & other community #repair events
"Communities around the world run repair events where you can get help to fix your broken belongings â from tablets to toasters, from laptops to crop tops. Find an event near you below!
"We call our London events Restart Parties because they have a fun, ad-hoc spirit where all are welcome to meet, mingle, and share in the fun of repair. Other groups in the network use different names but we all host similar kinds of events.
"More than 600 groups in over 20 countries have joined in, listing events here. We also work with #RepairTogether who list events in Belgium and #RepairCafĂ© Hauts-de-France. If there isnât an upcoming event listed near you, get in touch with a group nearby.
Donât see a group near you? Consider starting one."
FMI
https://therestartproject.org/parties/
#SolarPunkSunday #ReuseRepairRecycle #ReuseRepair #RepairDontBuy #RepairCafes #FixItParties #FixIt
#LondonUK - #ForestFixers Drop in and #FixIt session at #ForestRecyclingProject E17 9AW
Monday, 21 July 2025
09:00 - 16:00
2C Bakers Ave, London E17 9AW, UK
"Do you have an electrical appliance (or similar) at home that needs fixing but you donât 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 donât 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
Public transport:
Suffragette Line: 12 minute walk from Leyton Midland Road (or get the 69 or 97 bus to Bakers Avenue)
Victoria Line or Weaver Line to Walthamstow Central then 12 minute walk or buses W15, W19, 257, 69, 97, 20, 357, 230
Buses 55 or 56 go to the Bakers Arms and from there it is a 2 minute walk.
Cycle - There is plenty of cycle parking right outside venue."
#SolarPunkSunday #FixingPartiesUK #ReuseRepairRecycle #ReuseRepair #FixIt #RepairDontBuy
#Camden #FixingFactory
#LondonUK
Thursday, 24 July 2025
11:00 - 14:00
179 Queens Cres, London NW5 4DS, UK
Get involved
"We are always looking for new and experienced fixers!
"Our Public sessions run every Thursday from 11:00 until 14:00. (fixers please arrive 10:45 for a safety induction if youâve never been here)
"We have limited number of repair slots so please arrive at 11.00 to book a slot during the session. Alternatively pre-book a slot on Eventbrite. We have coffee and tea to keep you watered as you wait or are free to explore the local market and cafes that is opened at the same time.
"We offer free training for regular long-term volunteers in Camden Fixing Factory.
"To volunteer on other days get in touch with us via hello@fixingfactory.org or sign-up via our website and we will get you started!
"Or just show up on any Thursday at 10:45 and weâll get you ready."
https://therestartproject.org/parties/camden-fixing-factory-68/
#SolarPunkSunday #FixingPartiesUK #ReuseRepairRecycle #ReuseRepair #FixIt #RepairDontBuy
Recent days have been quite stormy around here, so I managed to gather some crafting supplies out there. Even better, I've already put them to good use, I fixed the SO's favorite umbrella!
#reuse #ReuseRepair #sewing #mending #VisibleMending #OnePersonsTrashOthersTreasure
#RepairCafe Guide - Sharpening knives and scissors
Excerpt: "Albert recommends Japanese #whetstones instead [of a knife sharpener]. These are rectangular blocks grinding stone [I use one of these]. 'Many people know them. They are grey and light grey. You can buy them at the hardware store and you can get your knives pretty sharp with them.' With these sharpening stones, itâs vital to always sharpen the knife at the same angle. 'You have to keep the angle constant and go over the stone with it. If you start twisting your knife, youâll never get it sharp.'
"There are all kinds of tutorials and instructional videos available on the internet about sharpening knives."
FMI:
https://www.repaircafe.org/en/sharpening-knives-and-scissors/
#IFixItGuide to sharpening knives:
https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+to+Sharpen+Knives/6098
#SolarPunkSunday #DIY #KnifeSharpening #ScissorSharpening #Repair #ReuseRepair
An early #SolarPunkSunday post because this is happening on Saturday, June 28th in Toronto, Canada!
Repairing Small Appliances & Bikes at Withrow Park Farmers' Market
Saturday, June 28, 2025 9:00 am â 1:00 pm
Withrow Park Farmers' Market
725 Logan Ave, #Toronto, ON M4K 3B9, Canada
Fixing: Small Appliances, Housewares, Bikes
FMI and to Pre-register your item for repair:
https://withrowmarket.ca/event/repair-cafe-household-items/
More Repair Cafe Toronto events:
https://repaircafetoronto.ca/rc-events/withrow-park-visible-mending-workshops-2/
#RepairCafes #RepairCafesToronto #RepairCafesCanada #ReuseRepair #CircularEconomy #Fixit #RepairReuseRecycle
#BicycleCoalitionOfMaine - Fix-A-Bike - #KitteryME
May 1 @ 5:00 pm â 7:00 pm
"Be your own mechanic! Learn how to maintain your bike, fix a flat, pump up a tire, change a chain or cable, make shifting adjustments, and more in a hands-on learning experience. Please bring your bike and be willing to get their hands dirty. Class may take place outside, weather permitting."
Thursday, May 1, 5:00-7:00 pm
Registration Fee: Free, prior registration required, class limited to 15
Traip Academy
12 Williams Ave.
KITTERY, ME 03904
Register here:
https://kittery.maineadulted.org/course/fix-a-bike/
#ReuseRepair #SolarPunkSunday
#BicycleRepair #BicycleMaintenance #DIY #Bikes #BikeTooters #BikeRepair
#RightToRepair #ReuseRepairRecycle #TraipAcademy
#ScarboroughME - Bike Barn Bonanza
May 3 @ 9:00 am â 12:00 pm
"What: A âBike Barn Bonanzaâ â a used bike sale.
Where: Ketcha Outdoors Barn, Spurwink Rd, Scarborough.
When: May 3rd, 2025, from 9 AM to 12 PM.
Who: Organized by Portland Gear Hub and Ketcha Outdoors.
Purpose: To find great deals on quality used bikes for all ages while supporting outdoor adventure and bike education programs. What to expect: Hybrid, road, mountain, kids, and tandem bikes for sale, as well as helmets and blinky lights. Location: The event will be held at the Ketcha Outdoors barn in Scarborough. More Info: You can learn more about Portland Gear Hub at portlandgearhub.org."
https://www.bikemaine.org/event/bike-barn-bonanza/
#SolarPunkSunday #UsedBicycles #ReuseRepair #BuildingCommunity #Bikes #BikeTooters #PortlandGearHub #maine #KetchaOutdoors #AffordableBicycles #AffordableGear
#BicycleCoalitionOfMaine - Fix-A-Bike - #BangorME
April 29 @ 4:00 pm â 6:00 pm
"Be your own mechanic! The Bicycle Coalition of Maine will provide the tools and instruction for this workshop. Learn how to maintain your bike, fix a flat, pump up a tire, change a chain or cable, make shifting adjustments, and more in a hands-on learning experience. This 2-hour-long workshop will take place outdoors. If the weather is inclement, it will take place in the Atrium.
"Bring your own bike, helmet, and any tools you have youâd like to practice using.
"Registration required."
https://www.bikemaine.org/event/bcm-fix-a-bike-bangor-3/
#ReuseRepair #SolarPunkSunday
#BicycleRepair #BicycleMaintenance #BuildingCommunity #Bikes #BikeTooters #BikeRepair
#RightToRepair #ReuseRepairRecycle #BangorPublicLibrary
Stitch It, Don't Ditch It: Resisting Fast Fashion Through Visible Mending
https://reasonstobecheerful.world/clothing-visible-mending/
> Stitchers around the world are repairing their clothes with pride, turning a once-hidden process into a bold fashion statement.
#mending #reuserepair #green #repair #visiblemending #social #stitchitdontditchit #sewing #streetstitching
#CharlottesvilleVA - #RepairCafé coming up at #ScrappyElephant
Apr 18, 2025
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- "People with a broken piece of jewelry or some clothing that needs to be fixed might be able to get it done for free at an upcoming event.
"The Cville TimeBank will be holding a Repair Café at the Scrappy Elephant on Allied Street on April 26.
"Attendees can bring up to three items in need of repair.
"Volunteers will be on hand to fix items. Repairs will be limited to 25 minutes if there are others waiting for assistance.
"However, organizers say there will be no jewelry soldering or extensive bead restringing at this event.
"This event is free to attend and open to the community. For more information, click on the link below:
https://ctbrepaircafe.wordpress.com/
#VirginiaRepairCafes #RepairCafes #SolarPunkSunday #ReuseRepair #BuildingCommunity #RightToRepair #ReuseRepairRecycle #TimeBanks
#WestbrookME - #BicycleCoalitionOfMaine #MountainBike Maintenance Class
April 24 @ 6:00 pm â 8:00 pm
"Want to upgrade your bike or find out how to perform regular servicing on your rig? This is the class for you! Learn the tips and tricks to keeping your bike in top riding shape all year round with our intermediate maintenance class specifically geared towards maintaining hardtail and full-suspension mountain bikes. This program is made possible in partnership with Mast Landing Brewing Company, Gorham Parks and GPNemba. Register at the link below."
Free for BCM Members. $45 for non-members.
Mast Landing Brewing Company â Westbrook
920 Main St
Westbrook, Maine 04092 United States
https://www.bikemaine.org/event/bcm-mountain-bike-maintenance-class-2/
#ReuseRepair #SolarPunkSunday
#BicycleRepair #BicycleMaintenance #BuildingCommunity
#RightToRepair #ReuseRepairRecycle
#BathME - May 3 @ 10:00 am â 12:30 pm
"Come to the #RepairCafe, where our expert volunteers can fix your everyday items and keep them out of the landfill. They can even show you how to do it yourself! We can fix:
- Electronics & Computers
- Clothing & Leather goods
- Small appliances & lamps
- Wooden furniture
- Knife sharpening
- 3D-printed repairs
- #Bike maintenance and repairs"
#HabitatRestore
1 Chandler Dr SUITE 2
Bath, Maine 04530 United States
https://www.bikemaine.org/event/repair-cafe-with-the-bcm/
#RepairCafesMaine #RepairCafes #ReuseRepair #SolarPunkSunday #BicycleRepair #BicycleMaintenance #BuildingCommunity #RightToRepair #ReuseRepairRecycle #MaineRepairCafes
#Canada - #RepairCafé sews, bolts, and seals up the leaky, slow, and damaged
Written by Hayden Michaels Tuesday, Apr 01 2025, 6:00 AM
"The #SwiftCurrent Repair Café has once again come and gone and left the world a better working place.
"From clocks to mixers, from radios to jackets, almost anything that could fit through the door was examined, diagnosed, and put back in working order. While the volunteers can't tackle anything too out there or too large, they make sure to stitch, staple, and suture what they can mend.
"This year, Keegan Story and the rest of the volunteer handymen and women were happy to help fix 80 per cent of the items brought to them.
" 'Electronics and appliances are one of our busier areas,' shared Story. 'Today they fixed a kid's toy DVD player, a vacuum cleaner and a few other miscellaneous electronics.'
"One of the special booths at this event was the #PinballMachine corner. Kids were infatuated as local Pinball Wizard/technician Darwin Gooding built one of his '70s machines and let them play with the finished product.
"Other interesting fixes were computers, mechanical clocks, clothing, and just about anything and everything else that Swift Current brought out.
"The goal of the Repair Café is to mend items that normally would go in the trash. Be it their disposable nature, or the unrealistic monetary nature of certain fixes, this bi-yearly event unshackles practicality in favour of keeping what is old, new, and what is broken, pristine.
A child learns about circuitry, causing a rotor to fly up, up, and away!A child learns about circuitry, causing a rotor to fly up, up, and away!
" 'We've got a lot of people here that are handy that just like to offer their support,' said Story. 'We're keeping some stuff out of the landfill and keeping some money in people's pockets.'
"The next Repair Café will be held on October 25, 2025. Anyone looking to volunteer is encouraged to reach out via the Repair Café website or to contact them on Facebook."
#RepairCafesCanada #SaskatchewanCanada #RepairCafes #RightToRepair #BuildingCommunity #ReduceReuseRepair #ReuseRepair
#SolarPunkSunday
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