Repair Cafes are part of a new brand of anticonsumerism. The cafes and other efforts try to offer an alternative to mass-produced, disposable goods that have dominated the economy for the last half-century.
  • j4yc33@piefed.socialEnglish
    191·
    5 hours ago

    I sewed a patch into my pants today instead of buying new ones!

    This is the mindset that keeps the world going!

    The hacker mindset exists beyond information technology.

    • Zephorah@discuss.onlineEnglish
      6·
      5 hours ago

      A basic sewing machine & knowing how to sew a seam will save you a lot of clothes. YouTube has this covered. Full lessons from old ladies.

      • j4yc33@piefed.socialEnglish
        6·
        5 hours ago

        Bernadette Banner also has many videos on doing this with simple hand sewing equipment, if you aren’t inclined to get a new machine!

        I am also always willing to share what information I have about Darning and Clothing repair if needed… but I am just some person on the internet…