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Repair Café at Masonville Library

📅 Wednesday, April 15, 2026📍 Masonville Library, London
62
Items Brought
32
Fixed
9
Partial Fix
15
Unfixable
12
Fixers
54
Guests

Stories from the Day

Every item has a story. Here are some highlights.

2 coats

Fixed

One was able to be fixed but not the other. Make sure that end of zipper is lined up properly before zipping up.

a three-way lamp

Fixed

It's easy to fix things when you know what you're doing.

battery operated alarm clock

Fixed

I learned that Paul D is an extremely patient, steady and nice fellow. And that soldering is a skill you need to maintain.

Bicycle

Fixed

Repaired electronic lint remover and bicycle. Need a part to fix juicer.

Black silk dress

Fixed

I learned that this is an awesome service.

Casual pants / joggers

Fixed

I learned that you can book sewing machines at the central library.

Ceramic items

Fixed

I didn't know this repair cafe existed! I learned that today.

Clothing

Fixed

I learned how to stitch some things together. Not sure if I could do it alone but I did learn a bit about mending.

Floor fan

Fixed

Hopefully repair lasts. Might be back in May.

Gardening tools

Fixed

How it's it is sharpening gardening tools.

Hand stapler and hole puncher

Fixed

I learned how to change the batteries in a clock and how to check if batteries are charged.

Kitchenaid Mixer

Fixed

How to get the small piece off of the mixer that I'm repairing.

Lamp

Fixed

Learned I wouldn't have been able to do it myself.

Lamp

Fixed

I have to check the cord better - the break was in the cord!

Microwave Oven

Fixed

Don't rush to throw things away because it could be something simple that just needs to be fixed.

Special Edition Book

Special Edition Book

Fixed

The correct glue needed to repair a book without it yellowing, etc.

standing fan

Fixed

A bit about the inner workings of the fan.

Talking hamster toy

Talking hamster toy

Fixed

A lot it improvising the repair but Paul was able to melt it back together. Nice to be able to not throw it out.

Toddler training bicycle

Fixed

I learned when the tires get squishy, it's time to pump them. I also missed a screw on.

Various small items including vase to glue

Various small items including vase to glue

Fixed

I learned the right kind of glue to use for this kind of repair.

Bissell little green upholstery cleaner

Partial Fix

Needs more time. Will come back in future.

Christmas Snowglobe Lantern

Partial Fix

Couldn't fix the snowglobe but could fix a string of twinkle lights.

House of Marley Get Together Mini Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Partial Fix

I need to get a part to fix it but looks like it's a very difficult part to find.

Microwave

Partial Fix

Have to get a new fuse on Amazon. Scott showed me how to put it in.

Romper

Partial Fix

1.5 of the items got fixed. One got partially fixed with a recommendation on how to fix it further.

Toaster oven

Partial Fix

Need a part

Vevor auto heat press 2 in 1

Unfixable

We just couldn't get to the part that needs to be fixed (get into the plate). Not giving up on it yet.

Photos

Moments from the day.

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