From resource extraction to the transportation of a finished product, the cost of every item you purchase goes far beyond the price tag that you see. People and the planet are affected everyday by purchasing decisions.
Less resource extraction = healthier planet
We’ve compiled some tutorials to help you fix common household items
How to Change a Bicycle Inner Tube
Check out other bicycle fixing tutorials from the Global Cycling Network here
How to Refinish a Table (Quickly and Easily)
Check out other videos from Home Built Workshop here
Sewing 101: Mending a Tear
YouTube has so many sewing tutorials to assist you with your repairs. If you’re in Winnipeg and needing further assistance, we would encourage you to reach out to Reclaim Mending or Winnipeg Sews.
Replacing an iPhone Screen
Click here for other phone fixing tutorials from JerryRigEverything
DIY Shoe Repair
Repairing your shoes can be complicated. There are many different tutorials online for different types of shoes, or you can bring your shoes to a professional to repair (this is typically still cheaper than purchasing a new pair).
Leather Repair Trick for Small Tears & Cracks
Check out Rub ‘n Restore, Inc.’s channel for other vinyl and leather repair tips
Resource Sharing
Looking for tools to help make your repairs possible? Here are a few great resources in Winnipeg:
- The ideaMILL at the Millennium Library
- Bike Repair tools at Community Bike Shops
- Spence Neighbourhood Tool Lending Library
- Arts Junktion Tool Lending Library
OR! Ask a neighbour or friend to borrow/rent theirs. And of course, be willing to offer repair items that you own to others in return.
