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Ep. 155 Why Better Makers Learn to Repair | Maddy Hem from Black Bear Gear Repair
Repairing gear requires a different mindset than making it from scratch. But one of the greatest benefits of sewing skills is being able to get more out of the things you already have. Our guest breaks down how to confidently tear into finished gear, diagnose what actually failed, and make repairs that can keep your favorite equipment going for years.
Here's what we cover:
- What you need to look for before grabbing the seam ripper
- Why sometimes the best repair starts by seam ripping something that isn't broken
- The repair-specific tools and tricks worth adding to your sewing kit
- What years of repairing failed gear can teach us about better design
- How repair can make you a better gear designer
Whether you do this for environmental reasons or to have fun, gear repair has some tangible benefits to makers of every skill level.
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