While obviously not all repairs are really a simple three-step process, I do like his enthusiasm. Let’s fix it, y’all!
Got a broken thing? Don’t pitch it. Fix it! Here are lots of ways to repair instead of replace. If you don’t see the repair you need to make listed below, drop a comment!
Fix It! 20 Ways to Mend and Repair Things That Are Broken
Repair a Separated Pocket – Does your favorite dress or hoodie have a pocket that’s pulling away at the corners? Here’s how to fix it quickly and simply.
Fix a Broken Roller Shade – Did your kids destroy your roller shade? Raid your fabric stash for a beautiful fix.
How to Repair an Umbrella – Did the blustery spring weather beat your umbrella into submission? Repair it!
Replace a Missing Puzzle Piece – Where do those missing puzzle pieces go? Julie shows you how to create a homemade piece to replace that missing one that’s driving you bananas.
Repair (and strengthen!) a Broken Bean Bag – Hacky sackers, rejoice! Here’s how to fix a broken bean bag and make it stronger than it was before.
Mend a Torn Table Cloth – Did your favorite table cloth get a tear? Fix it!
Spruce Up a Broken Mannequin – Got burlap and a hot glue gun? Fix that broken mannequin!
Repair a Broken Deck Chair – Replace the webbing on a broken vintage deck chair to make it arguably better than new.
Fix Your Bike in an Emergency – Cycling is fun, but sometimes you need to know how to repair your bike on the fly.
Fix a Broken Coffee Cup Handle – A broken handle doesn’t have to spell the end for your favorite mug. You only need one supply to fix this problem!
Mend a Hole in Your Pocket – Don’t replace a whole garment just because the pocket’s wearing out. Fix it!
4 Techniques to Mend Clothes – With these simple techniques, you can tackle many damaged clothing problems.
Repair Broken Wood Furniture – This list has 30 ways to fix all manner of damaged furniture.
Fix a Broken Pinball Machine – Put one of those annoying plastic blister packs to good use.
Mend a Torn Ottoman – You could use this technique to repair other torn upholstery too.
Give an Old Backpack a New Life – Your kids don’t need a new backpack for back to school. Spruce up their old one instead!
Fix a Zipper – A broken zipper is annoying, but fixable!
Sharpen or Hone Your Knife – That old kitchen knife doesn’t need replacing. It just needs a little love.
Shoe Repair Tips – Before giving up on your kicked pair of kicks, try fixing them!
Repair the Heel on Athletic Shoes – This is a more specific shoe-repair tutorial, but this worn heel thing is a common problem with running shoes, so it seemed worth adding in. Fixing instead of replacing is such a great way to flex your crafty muscles and reduce waste. What have you guys fixed lately? Tell us about your favorite repairs in the comments!
