{"id":14252,"date":"2024-08-15T10:48:12","date_gmt":"2024-08-15T09:48:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.uwe.ac.uk\/engineering\/?p=14252"},"modified":"2024-09-20T14:21:28","modified_gmt":"2024-09-20T13:21:28","slug":"the-makers-project-is-celebrating-the-return-of-its-repair-cafe-with-a-repair-skills-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.uwe.ac.uk\/engineering\/the-makers-project-is-celebrating-the-return-of-its-repair-cafe-with-a-repair-skills-day\/","title":{"rendered":"MAKERS is celebrating the return of its repair caf\u00e9 with a repair skills day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the tremendous success of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwe.ac.uk\/about\/values-vision-strategy\/sustainability\/reduce-reuse-recycle\/repair-cafe\">UWE Bristol Repair Caf\u00e9<\/a>, launched in 2023 as part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/raeng.org.uk\/\">Royal Academy of Engineering<\/a>-funded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwe.ac.uk\/research\/centres-and-groups\/scu\/projects\/makers\">MAKERS Project<\/a>, the School of Engineering is excited to announce its return with a Repair Skills Day on September 25th, as part of Starting Block.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In its first year, the Repair Caf\u00e9 has prevented 248kg of waste and saved 1.5 tonnes of CO2 emissions\u2014the equivalent of growing 26 tree seedlings for 10 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students who volunteer regularly at the Repair Caf\u00e9 also earn <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.uwe.ac.uk\/engineering\/how-the-makers-project-is-supporting-students-to-develop-hands-on-skills-and-boost-employability\/\">digital skills badges <\/a>and receive repair kits to further develop their skills at home or at one of the many repair caf\u00e9s across Bristol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Student volunteers work alongside industry professionals and local community members, offering valuable networking opportunities and connections with wider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/0\/viewer?mid=1bMyzE2hz7OTono8wA0dsDBLpzTYQltA&amp;ll=51.47275191619029%2C-2.563454161044876&amp;z=13\">repair initiatives across the city<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"UWE Bristol&#039;s Repair Cafe\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fdO0Ze3fjmU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">UWE Bristol&#8217;s Repair Caf\u00e9<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The MAKERS Team is organising a series of repair-focused workshops on September 25<sup>th<\/sup>, perfect for those eager to make a positive impact by joining the UWE Bristol Repair Caf\u00e9. These workshops are open to students and a limited number of staff as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Soldering workshops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This practical soldering workshop, led by School of Engineering Technician Will Hadrill, is designed to equip participants with valuable skills that can also enhance their CVs. This hands-on session is particularly beneficial for those interested in volunteering at the UWE Bristol Repair Caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What Participants Will Learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Soldering Basics:<\/strong> The workshop covers the fundamentals of soldering, including safety guidelines and essential tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practical Experience:<\/strong> Attendees will practise creating clean, strong solder joints on circuit boards and electronic components.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Repair Skills:<\/strong> The session will help participants develop the ability to repair electronic devices, a key skill for those looking to contribute to the UWE Bristol Repair Caf\u00e9.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Session 1: 11am &#8211; 12.30pm<br>Session 2: 1.30pm &#8211; 3pm<br><br>Location: 3Z032 in the School of Engineering (Z Block)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/S3ejPVrtXD\">Sign up for a soldering session<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Garment mending workshop<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learning how to repair clothes is a useful skill that will help extend the life of your favourite garments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this class, Meret from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yuup.co\/hosts\/re_thrindle\">Re_Thrindle<\/a> will teach basic mending techniques, including how to fix seams and hems, reattach buttons, and do simple patching. Participants should bring along an item that needs mending; all other materials will be provided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What you\u2019ll learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A variety of stitching techniques and simple patching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beginner-friendly repair skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to mend a much-loved piece of clothing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This workshop is ideal for fixing broken seams, missing buttons, and minor repairs and will run from <strong>12.30 &#8211; 3pm on September 25th in the Atrium of the School of Engineering (Z Block)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=CBLvBzxBXkuc3WTvMFdU8Pig9M8Zlh9MkQs24pnBbOFURUsyNEZXVFU3VkU4VjI0MTBPTkFBMjBNTC4u\">Sign up for the clothes mending workshop<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dr Bike session<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A free safety inspection, along with gear and brake adjustment, all done in the spirit of sustainability and repair. This service includes brake blocks and cables when necessary. Each participant receives a safety inspection, and a detailed report on their bike&#8217;s condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This service is offered by the <a href=\"https:\/\/thebristolbikeproject.org\">Bristol Bike Project<\/a>, a member-driven cooperative focused on repairing and redistributing bicycles within the community. Their mission is to support people from all backgrounds in getting on two wheels, fostering an inclusive and empowering experience for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free drop-in, 11 am &#8211; 3pm, School of Engineering (Z Block), Atrium.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Following the tremendous success of the UWE Bristol Repair Caf\u00e9, launched in 2023 as part of the Royal Academy of Engineering-funded MAKERS Project, the School of Engineering is excited to announce its return with a Repair Skills Day on September 25th, as part of Starting Block. 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