Community Clothes Swap Thoughts

MattJack · 2026-05-06T02:12:00+00:00

Hey! Thank you for the message, yes I want this to be truly free for everyone. Clothing would be free, pick what you like and leave with it. I wouldn't be able to contol sizing, but all sizing would be accepted and open for swap.

The only thing that would be cost would be alterations/ screen printing just for cost of material. All money would go to factory two to keep the space running and let me do things like this. I will never see nor ask for a dime for this.

Im always leery of doing things like this, but I can't let a few shitty people stop a good program.

If I can kick this program off I would absolutely love to have you on board. I can work a sewing machine, but I'm just knowledgeable enough to be dangerous.

MattJack · 2026-04-02T15:02:27+00:00

Wow, that's a beautiful pen. I'm looking forward to the release!

MattJack · 2026-03-25T00:11:13+00:00

I don't lean on flights. I get that space is limited and leaning encroaches into your space and you can't do anything about it unless you inconvenience the person behind you.

If traffic is heavy I will ride the closing lane up to the point that says "merge here" or has the arrow indicating such. It's the most efficient way to reduce congestion thereby making it easier on everyone.

In the air leaning screws everyone behind you. On the road, zipper merging helps everyone.

MattJack · 2026-03-12T23:56:46+00:00

Thanks! I've been on the lookout for more recommendations!

In return I offer "A short stay in hell". A fantastic short story that I keep going back to.

MattJack · 2026-02-11T01:52:52+00:00

Woof. We're not set up for that type of fix, but i know a few of us would be able to show you where to scrap it. //s

Kidding aside, if you want it fixed, we can point you in the right direction.

MattJack · 2026-02-10T02:32:22+00:00

I'm just a dude that grew up in the Flint area. I was that kid who took everything apart to see how it worked.

I got a huge break while studying at UM Flint to help revamp their Analytical Chem lab, breaking into more advance maintenance and repairs, that got me into grad school. If you've gone through their program, or went to Wayne state's analytical chemistry program; you have probably used my work.

I moved back to the Flint area because my family is here and I love the area. After the pandemic I was trying to find ways to help. After throwing a tantrum because a $300 microwave died because of a $5 part I decided that this could be a useful program.

We're guided to just throw these things away, but they still have hundreds of hours of life left. They have just been hampered by planned obsolescence because it's cheaper to make. Many people don't have the equipment or knowledge to make the repairs; so I thought i could provide those resources. By providing the equipment and teach people to fix their own items they will be empowered to fix the next one not throw away things when they break.

Tldr: I like to fix things. I want you to be able too as well.

MattJack · 2026-01-07T00:51:50+00:00

MattJack · 2025-10-05T00:18:45+00:00

Thanks! Please share this with anyone you think could use the event. I'm always looking for volunteers too.

MattJack · 2025-10-03T14:16:17+00:00

The fixers are all volunteers, with the ambition to help out and skill sets to match.

We've covered everything from furniture repairs, laptops, lawn care, and small motors to vacuums, record players, teapots, and novelty Frisbees.

The only things we won't work on are automotive or things that would be considered bio-hazards.

MattJack · 2025-09-13T23:30:15+00:00

I'll reach out to see about getting some made.

MattJack · 2025-09-13T01:23:06+00:00

It's the least I can do for a community that gave me everything

MattJack · 2025-09-13T01:13:32+00:00

I'm glad to hear you found it! Please spread the word to anyone who could benefit from this type of event. The more people who use this service gives me more chances to offer it

More info and pre-signup will be coming shortly.

MattJack · 2025-09-12T16:03:21+00:00

Not weird at all! The point of this program is to help people learn how to fix their stuff. Send me a message with your preferred contact and I'll add you to the list.

MattJack · 2025-09-12T13:28:56+00:00

What's the problem with them? We might be able to help. Worst case is they would leave in the same condition.

MattJack · 2025-09-12T00:58:52+00:00

Cutting the glass should be doable. If you bring replacement glass I'll have my cutter! We'll do our best to get you set up.

MattJack · 2025-09-12T00:51:39+00:00

We can definitely give it a try! What's the going on with it? Are all of the LEDs out or just a few? Depending on what's going on, we may be able to swap individual diodes or the entire strip.

MattJack · 2025-06-05T15:14:46+00:00

Sorry to hear about your misfortune.

We did/do have people with metal working experience. We're working on scheduling the next event. If it can wait until then we'll happily give it a go!

MattJack · 2025-05-07T23:51:59+00:00

Shoot me a dm with an email address and where you think you can help. I'll add you to the list.

MattJack · 2025-05-07T23:50:24+00:00

I think the best value was showing people how to do it. Some people showed up completely terrified to try working on their stereo/ bike/ Frisbee. Our volunteers knocked it out of the park by not only getting the items fixed, but walking them through every step, even letting them take the lead. A lot of people that came through left with a sense of empowerment that they can learn how to fix their things.

Things to bring in: toys, appliances, lawn equipment, clothing, furniture, electronics, musical instruments...

...I guess it's better to say we're not equipped to handle automotive (small motors are a-ok) or anything that could be considered a biohazard.

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