Auckland Library of Tools

Community Organisation

Auckland Library of Tools
21 Newton Road
Grey Lynn
Auckland 1010
4 days ago

Workshop: Sewing Machine Parts & Maintenance

Amanda Chapman from Auckland Library of Tools

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Auckland Library of Tools (ALoT) in collaboration with Repair Cafe Aotearoa NZ (RCANZ) are excited to bring you free 1st Thursdays repair and maintenance workshops at Hackland Makerspace, just behind ALoT! Koha is appreciated, to help us continue to bring you repair cafés … View more
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Auckland Library of Tools (ALoT) in collaboration with Repair Cafe Aotearoa NZ (RCANZ) are excited to bring you free 1st Thursdays repair and maintenance workshops at Hackland Makerspace, just behind ALoT! Koha is appreciated, to help us continue to bring you repair cafés and workshops.

Thursday November 7 will be a basic sewing machine parts and maintenance workshop. Come learn the parts of a standard sewing machine, what they do, and how to care for them so they run smoothly for years to come. No need to bring your machine, but you are welcome to bring it if you want to get hands-on!

There will be nibbles and tea on hand, but contributions of food and beverage are always very welcome. Koha always appreciated.

Getting here:
Bus stops on Ponsonby Rd (InnerLink, 20, 105, 106, 866), Great North Rd (11T/W, 18, 20, 195), and Karangahape Rd (WX1)
We are also near the northwestern cycleway.
Limited free parking is available in the lot next door (nevermind the signs) or on side streets. There is no parking in front of ALoT/Hackland.

These workshops are part of the Repair & Share project, a weekly repair cafe hosted by ALoT, RCANZ, and Hackland and supported by Auckland Council.
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If you would like to help out at any of our workshops or repair cafes, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. You do not need repair skills to get involved. Send us a message to see how you can help. We look forward to it!

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31 days ago

Knife Sharpening this Saturday at Repair & Share!

Amanda Chapman from Auckland Library of Tools

We're offering knife sharpening this week at the Repair & Share repair café at Auckland Library of Tools! This is hand sharpening by stone, so we are unable to sharpen serrated blades.

We will also be offering sewing repairs, small electronics, and general repair. Not to mention great … View more
We're offering knife sharpening this week at the Repair & Share repair café at Auckland Library of Tools! This is hand sharpening by stone, so we are unable to sharpen serrated blades.

We will also be offering sewing repairs, small electronics, and general repair. Not to mention great home made treats and Kokako Organic Coffee. Mmmmmmmmm.

See you Saturday!
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Big thanks to Auckland Council, Repair Cafe Aotearoa NZ, Hackland, and especially to our volunteers who make it happen every week like superstars!

Want to get involved? Email brandy.repairandshare@gmail.com

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39 days ago

1st Thursdays Free Sewing Workshop at ALoT

Amanda Chapman from Auckland Library of Tools

Just a reminder, this Thursday as part of First Thursdays K Road and Auckland Library of Tools "Repair & Share" free workshop series, we offer a free Sewing Workshop and Mending Circle! Come on down to ALoT this Thursday Oct 3 from 6-8pm and let's work on those mending projects … View moreJust a reminder, this Thursday as part of First Thursdays K Road and Auckland Library of Tools "Repair & Share" free workshop series, we offer a free Sewing Workshop and Mending Circle! Come on down to ALoT this Thursday Oct 3 from 6-8pm and let's work on those mending projects that have been piling up! See you there.

21 Newton Rd, Grey Lynn

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Thanks for your support Auckland Council and Repair Cafe Aotearoa NZ!

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51 days ago

Painting touch-ups at Repair & Share repair café this Saturday!

Amanda Chapman from Auckland Library of Tools

Painting touch-ups with popular artist Jan Alldritt-Miller at Repair & Share this Saturday Sept 21!
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Artist Jan Alldritt-Miller will be back at Repair & Share this Saturday from 11-2 offering *painting touch-ups! Bring your old heirloom piece or cool new op-shop … View more
Painting touch-ups with popular artist Jan Alldritt-Miller at Repair & Share this Saturday Sept 21!
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Artist Jan Alldritt-Miller will be back at Repair & Share this Saturday from 11-2 offering *painting touch-ups! Bring your old heirloom piece or cool new op-shop find to the repair café at Auckland Library of Tools for a little TLC.

Also this week: Sewing, electronics and general repairs, as well as delicious Kokako Organic Coffee and home baking!

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Thanks Auckland Council, Repair Cafe Aotearoa NZ and Hackland for making it all possible.
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*paint touch-ups only, no mark removals or frame repair, though frame repair might be possible with one of our general repairers.

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68 days ago

Free Knife Sharpening Workshop in Grey Lynn

Amanda Chapman from Auckland Library of Tools

Auckland Library of Tools in collaboration with Repair Cafe Aotearoa are excited to bring you the next in a series of repair and maintenance workshops every first Thursday of the month at Hackland Makerspace, just behind ALoT!

Thursday September 5 will be a free hands-on knife sharpening … View more
Auckland Library of Tools in collaboration with Repair Cafe Aotearoa are excited to bring you the next in a series of repair and maintenance workshops every first Thursday of the month at Hackland Makerspace, just behind ALoT!

Thursday September 5 will be a free hands-on knife sharpening workshop! So gather up your dull knives and come on by to sharpen your skills and your knives with us.

Swap knowledge, tips and tricks, stories, and elbow grease with your neighbour and improve your skills, while extending the cutting lives of your knives. Bring appropriate tools if you have them, or use the tools available in house. There will be nibbles and tea on hand, but contributions of food and beverage are very welcome. The vibe is relaxed, and social. Teens are welcome to participate, with an accompanying adult. We also have a play area for kids and there will be a couple of toddlers around as playmates!

RSVP appreciated. There will be a brief introduction and meet and greet at 6pm followed by a knife sharpening demonstration. Then our sharpener will assist guests with the sharpening of their own knives. Going to be late? No problem! Late-comers welcome.

Getting here:
Bus stops on Ponsonby Rd (InnerLink, 20, 105, 106, 866), Great North Rd (11T/W, 18, 20, 195), and Karangahape Rd (WX1)
We are also near the northwestern cycleway.
Limited free parking is available next door or on side streets. There is no parking in front of ALoT/Hackland.

These workshops are part of the Repair & Share project, a weekly repair cafe hosted by ALoT, RCANZ, and Hackland and supported by Auckland Council.
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Special thanks to:
aucklandlibraryoftools.com...
www.repaircafeaotearoa.co.nz...
hackland.nz...
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

If you would like to help out at any of our workshops or repair cafes, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. You do not need repair skills to get involved! Send us a message or fill out the volunteer form below, and mention Repair & Share on the form.
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