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Fix the broken stuff around you with a 3D printer instead of throwing them away

3D printing is not only a fun hobby but also an excellent way to produce a ton of functional tools and accessories that can be used around the house. Apart from printing new objects and items, though, ...
Wired

Need Something Repaired? Now There’s an App for That

The Repair App is a new platform that connects trusted repair service providers with people who need their stuff fixed. It couldn’t come at a better time for economically strapped consumers. A new app ...

The Emergency Repair Supplies Every Homeowner Should Have on Hand

When emergencies happen to your house, you can’t always get a professional immediately. Having these emergency home repair ...
AOL

13 Household Things That Cost Less To Replace Than Fix

Sometimes, stuff around the house breaks. At this time, you must weigh an important question: Do you fix it or toss it? SPOILER ALERT: Some things are just not worth fixing. Fixing may feel like the ...
Yahoo

I bought my husband a 3D printer for fun. It's changed how we fix things around the house and saved us $1,400 just this year.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Inna Tysoe poses with their two 3D printers.Courtesy of Inna Tysoe I never expected the 3D printer I bought for my husband would ...
ABC 7 Chicago

Repair Cafés breathe new life into broken household items, teach people to fix on their own

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Twice a month in Evanston, volunteers sit face-to-face with people troubleshooting and diagnosing the symptoms of a beloved but broken household gadget. Much like a hospital for all ...