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May 2023 Fix-It Clinic
May 20, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Austinites are invited to bring their broken household items and learn to repair them with guidance from skilled coaches.
What’s a Fix-It Clinic?
Is there a fallen hem in your favorite shirt? Did your blender stop working? Is your child’s toy a little worse for the wear? Bring these items and more to a local Fix-It Clinic to learn how to fix your broken items from skilled volunteer coaches — for free!
While we can’t guarantee your item will be fixed, coaches will guide you through how the item works and what you may need for repair. Attendees are expected to actively participate and stay with their items during the repair process. Dropping items off is not allowed.
What should I bring?
Your broken item(s) and a desire to improve your repair skills! You may bring up to two items. Sewing machines and other tools will be available for you to use, but you can also bring your own machines and tools if you prefer. Please bring any replacement part, missing button, fabric patch, matching thread or other material you might need to help you fix your item.
At this Fix-It Clinic, you can learn how to fix almost anything! Including:
- Clothing
- Jewelry
- Accessories
- Toys
- Small Appliances
- Electronics
- Bikes
How do I sign up?
You can RSVP here. You may reserve up to two tickets based on your broken item and arrival time. One ticket = one item. If you plan on bringing two items, your tickets must be in different time blocks, for example one ticket from 11 a.m. to noon and a second from noon to 1 p.m.
If you are registering for other family members, you may select up to two tickets per participant. Please register tickets under the name of the person who will be working on the item. We will have a list of who has registered at the check-in booth, so no need for you to print off confirmation.
Having a hard time signing up? Email circulareconomy@austintexas.gov for help.
