Sneak peek at my next defuzzing project - a sweet springy leafy pastel vintage sweater. Yes, I'm working through stuff to eventually resell. Yes, it is a labor of love. And yes, I kind of want to keep this one. I might have nearly worn it to the movies the other night (but didn't).

As an aside, I'm mentally making efficiency notes on finding and refreshing sweaters and blankets, which I'll share later. No gatekeeping, here. It's a fun side hustle or hobby & the landfills are full of textiles. The thrift shops and yard sales overfloweth.

#vintage #vintageclothing #80s90s #fashion #reselling #reuserepairrestore #resellingtips

Easily #Replaceable #USBCPort Spawned By EU Laws

by: Lewin Day
February 26, 2026
via @hackaday

"The USB-C port has become a defacto connectivity standard for modern devices, largely supplanting the ugly mess of barrel jacks and micro USB connectors that once cursed us. While their reliability is good, they don’t last forever, and can be a pain to replace in most devices if they do fail. However, a new part from JAE Electronics could change that."

https://hackaday.com/2026/02/26/easily-replaceable-usb-c-port-spawned-by-eu-laws/

#SolarPunkSunday #RightToRepair #USBC #ComputerRepair #ReuseRepairRestore

I believe credit for this link goes to @BrambleBearSnoring (correct me if I'm wrong).

From Dust to Desktop: How to Revive Your Old #Laptop with #Linux

April 4, 2025 by Martin

Excerpt: "Here’s why Linux is the perfect solution for your old laptop:

- It’s Incredibly Efficient: Lightweight Linux distributions use a fraction of the RAM and CPU power that Windows 10 or 11 demand. This leaves more resources for your applications, making everything feel faster.
- It’s Secure: The underlying architecture of Linux makes it far less susceptible to viruses and malware than Windows. Plus, with ongoing community support, even old systems receive regular security updates.
- It’s Free: The operating system and thousands of high-quality applications (web browsers, office suites, media players) are completely free to download and use.
- It’s Customizable: You can make your Linux desktop look and feel exactly how you want it to. From a macOS-style dock to a classic Windows 2000-era taskbar, the choice is yours."

Learn more:
https://www.linuxnest.com/reviving-old-laptops-with-lightweight-linux-distributions-performance-guide/

#SolarPunkSunday #LinuxInstall #ReuseRepairRestore #OldComputers #Computers #EndOfWindows10

How to: Sew on a BUTTON by Hand | Easy Tutorial for Beginners | Sewing a 4-Hole & 2-Hole Button

Rokolee DIY
Nov 14, 2019

"This simple lesson demonstrates how to sew a button back onto your clothes. It's quick to do, even for beginners, and is a valuable life skill!

Thanks for watching :) "

Watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gslzx1CreAY

#SolarPunkSunday #Handsewing #ButtonRepair #Mending #Sewing #DIY #SlowFashion #HandStitching
#ReuseRepairRestore #GrandmaCore

10 types of #HandSewing Stitches (with pictures & video)

By Sarina Tariq

Updated on July 14, 2024

"There are a few hand stitches which you should definitely know to complete your knowledge of sewing."

Learn more:
https://sewguide.com/easy-hand-stitches/

#SolarPunkSunday #Handsewing #Mending #Sewing #DIY #SlowFashion #BackStitch #SaddleStitch #RunningStitch #BastingStitch #WhipStitch #OvercastStitch #CatchStitch #BlanketStitch #ButtonholeStitch #VerticalHemStitch #CouchStitch #HandStitching
#ReuseRepairRestore #GrandmaCore

Learn How to Sew by Hand: Six Basic #HandStitches

Homedit, Jul 27, 2018

"This tutorial provides the photographic step-by-step process to implement a variety of the six most common basic hand stitches.The six stitches we’ll be learning today are: running baste stitch and running stitch, catch stitch, blanket stitch, whip stitch, slip/ladder stitch, and back stitch.

You’ll not only learn how to sew the stitches, but you’ll also learn when and where to use them."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvxqtc8thRg

More info at https://www.homedit.com/how-to-sew/

#SolarPunkSunday #Handsewing #Mending #Sewing #DIY #SlowFashion #InstructionalVideo #RunningBasteStitch #RunningStitch #CatchStitch #BlanketStitch #WhipStitch SlipStitch #LadderStitch #BackStitch #ReuseRepairRestore #GrandmaCore

#RestartParties & other community repair events

"Communities around the world run repair events where you can get help to fix your broken belongings – from tablets to toasters, from laptops to crop tops. Find an event near you below!

We call our London events Restart Parties because they have a fun, ad-hoc spirit where all are welcome to meet, mingle, and share in the fun of repair. Other groups in the network use different names but we all host similar kinds of events.

More than 600 groups in over 20 countries have joined in, listing events here. We also work with Repair Together who list events in Belgium and Repair Café Hauts-de-France. If there isn’t an upcoming event listed near you, get in touch with a group nearby.

Don’t see a group near you? Consider starting one."

Read more [includes search for upcoming events]:
https://therestartproject.org/parties/

#SolarPunkSunday #RepairCafes #RightToRepair #RepairReuse #ReuseRepairRestore #FixItCafes #FixIt #BuildingCommunity

Wait, what?!! #RepairCafes on the #MainstreamMedia?!! Well, I'll be darned!

These volunteers are saving electronics from the trash, one fix at a time

September 13, 2025

"An estimated 62 million tonnes of electronics were discarded globally in 2022, and that figure is expected to reach 82 million tonnes by 2030. Often items destined for the trash can be repaired with the right knowledge and tools -- and around the world, community groups are championing this ethos."

Read more:
https://www.cnn.com/2025/09/13/world/video/repair-cafes-electronics-cfc-ldn-digvid

#SolarPunkSunday #RepairCafes #RepairReuse #RightToRepair #FixIt #ReuseRepairRestore

So, back when I was a teenager, I damaged the top of this antique table with nail polish remover. My grandmother was understandably upset, and said the table was mine, as it was ruined in her opinion. Years later, after she had passed away, I refinished the table's top to look like marble. It took a while to do, but it's still one of my best refinishing jobs. If she were still around, I think she would have been impressed (and would have wanted the table back).

Also, this was my witchy altar for many, many, years...! 🧙🏼‍♀️

#ReuseRepairRestore #ReuseRepair #SolarPunkSunday

Hey, @ai6yr -- I found a couple of "before" photos!

#FurnitureRepair #ReuseRepairRestore #SolarPunkSunday