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43 Creative Fixes That Made Broken Things Even Better
Art & Design,HobbiesMAR 24, 2026

43 Creative Fixes That Made Broken Things Even Better

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These days, people are becoming more conscious about the environment and are looking for ways to make a difference, even as large corporations continue flooding the market with tons of low-quality products. Fast fashion is one area in particular that needs improvement, and consumers are starting to understand the impact it has on the planet.
While some people don’t mind replacing items as soon as they get damaged, others choose to put in the effort to repair and restore them. Not only does this make the item wearable again, but in many cases, it can even enhance its look, making it unique and stylish.
On Reddit, 'Visible Mending' celebrates this approach. Members share DIY fixes for textiles, clothing, accessories, and even furniture like couches and other household items. Scroll down to see some of the most recent posts from this creative and inspiring community.

#21 Trying Something New

Trying Something New
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#22 Peeling Headphones

Peeling Headphones
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#23 I Wear My Heart On My Paint-Stained Old Pants

I Wear My Heart On My Paint-Stained Old Pants
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#24 My Most Ambitious Sock Darn Yet

My Most Ambitious Sock Darn Yet
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#25 A Few More Sashiko Repairs I Have Done In The Past Month

A Few More Sashiko Repairs I Have Done In The Past Month
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#26 Repaired This Princess Dress From The Thrift For My Niece

Repaired This Princess Dress From The Thrift For My Niece
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#27 Mended A Friend’s Hoodie

Mended A Friend’s Hoodie
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#28 Used Plarn To Fix A Laundry Basket

Used Plarn To Fix A Laundry Basket
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#29 I Fixed A Hole In My Jacket By Embroidering Stars

I Fixed A Hole In My Jacket By Embroidering Stars
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#30 Teeny Cashmere Sweater I Made, Lost, Had Eaten, Mended, And Refitted For My Newest Doll

Teeny Cashmere Sweater I Made, Lost, Had Eaten, Mended, And Refitted For My Newest Doll
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#31 I Like To Slide On My Knees On The Gym Floor On PE Days So I Can Get Some New Patches

I Like To Slide On My Knees On The Gym Floor On PE Days So I Can Get Some New Patches
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#32 [WIP] Flower Meadow Pants! How To Add In Flowers?

[WIP] Flower Meadow Pants! How To Add In Flowers?
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#33 Kids Backpack Repair

Kids Backpack Repair
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#34 Stardew Valley Patch Mend

Stardew Valley Patch Mend
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#35 Thrift Flip

Thrift Flip
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#36 Second Round Provided By My Lovely Wife

Second Round Provided By My Lovely Wife
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#37 More Mends

More Mends
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#38 Scrappy Repair

Scrappy Repair
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#39 Recent Mends On My Favourite Cargo Pants

Recent Mends On My Favourite Cargo Pants
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#40 Partner Had A Small Hole On The Sleeve Of A Sweater I Made For Her, So I Mended It

Partner Had A Small Hole On The Sleeve Of A Sweater I Made For Her, So I Mended It
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