May Surprises: Technology Meets Tradition

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Our May repair cafe brought some delightful surprises to Tregony Village Hall, blending modern tech fixes with traditional sewing skills. From malware removal to textile repairs, our volunteers tackled an impressive variety of challenges during the bustling Saturday afternoon session.

Child's dress repair A careful mend brought this child’s dress back to life.

Mobile phone malware removal Digital decluttering: removing unwanted software to restore this phone’s performance.

Our textile specialists were kept particularly busy, successfully completing repairs on a child’s dress, school blazer sleeve, and men’s jeans.

DVD player repair Back to life: this DVD player is ready for movie nights again.

The electronics table saw steady action too, with successful repairs including:

  • DVD player restoration
  • Strimmer maintenance and repair
  • Lamp rewiring

Strimmer repair Garden-ready: this strimmer received the maintenance it needed for the growing season.

Not every item could be saved, reminding us that some things reach the natural end of their useful life. A severely cracked plate and a toaster with multiple issues joined our “we tried” collection.

Lamp repair Brightening homes: careful electrical work restored this lamp’s gentle glow.

Toaster beyond repair Some items have given their all: this toaster earned an honourable retirement after faithful service.

Several items went home as “homework projects” - including duvet covers needing zips and trousers requiring shortening. Our volunteers’ dedication extends beyond the formal session hours, with many taking on projects that need quiet concentration at home.

The afternoon also featured our popular toy swap table, where families exchanged books and toys, proving that sharing resources is just as valuable as repairing them.

Toy swap display Community sharing: the toy and book swap table offered treasures for all ages.

Our next repair cafe will be held on Saturday, June 28th, 1:00-3:00 PM at Tregony Village Hall. Whether you need a quick fix, want to learn new skills, or simply enjoy the community atmosphere, everyone is welcome. No appointment necessary - just bring your broken items and we’ll see what magic our volunteers can work!