The Wool Repair Shop
At The Wool Repair Shop by New Order of Fashion, young designers give your clothes a second life. Using wool patches, embroidery, and colourful yarn from local sheep, they turn repair into design. Drop by for creative upcycling or small repairs – whatever the material, they’ll fix it with wool! Entry is free, repairs start […]
Clothing repair workshop
Missing a button on your coat, a tear in your bedding, or a hole in your sock? No worries! During the clothing repair workshop by Climate Mayor Katja Lumme, you’ll learn how to do small hand-sewn repairs yourself. The workshop takes place in our pop-up on tour. You can book your spot via the ‘More […]
Clothing repair workshop
Missing a button on your coat, a tear in your bedding, or a hole in your sock? No worries! During the clothing repair workshop by Climate Mayor Katja Lumme, you’ll learn how to do small hand-sewn repairs yourself. The workshop takes place in our pop-up on tour. You can book your spot via the ‘More […]
Upcycle workshop – pimp your clothes – 18 septemberplein
Got a piece of clothing that feels a bit plain or that you rarely wear? Join this free workshop in our pop-up at 18 Septemberplein, led by Madelon Hendrix, and learn how to give it a creative twist. Think denim jackets or tote bags with extra colour or detail using felt, beads, paint, or patchwork. […]
Upcycle workshop – pimp your clothes – Woenselse Markt
Got a piece of clothing that feels a bit plain or that you rarely wear? Join this free workshop in our pop-up at the Woenselse Markt, led by Madelon Hendrix, and learn how to give it a creative twist. Think denim jackets or tote bags with extra colour or detail using felt, beads, paint or […]
NOOF x Livera
An underwire poking through the fabric or a strap that won’t tighten properly … that’s how many bras end up in the bin too soon. What a waste, since most of these problems are easily fixable! On 28 November, you can visit Livera in the city center of Eindhoven for free repairs on bras, underwear, […]
Giveaway and 10% discount
Throughout November, Coco Loco offers 10% off all second-hand and new children’s clothing marked with a pink dot.There’s also a fun giveaway with a prize package worth € 50! Curious what’s inside? You’ll find out in their Instagram post on 1 November. Here’s how to join: follow Coco Loco Kinderwinkel on Instagram and/or Facebook and […]
Appraisal Day for your treasures
Ever wondered what grandma’s painting might be worth? Or that old figurine gathering dust on the shelf? Maybe your thrift-shop find is actually an antique. Find out during Dorcas’ treasure appraisal day on 7 November. A certified appraiser from Heritage Auctions Europe (IJsselstein) will assess your items for free and tell you what they’re worth. […]
De Normaalste Zaak van Eindhoven on tour
All November long, our pop-up is touring through Eindhoven! Discover the world of local thrift shops and Repair Cafés. The festive kick-off takes place on 1 November at the Woenselse Markt! After that, we’ll be visiting the TU/e campus, the Gerardusplein market, WoensXL, the Kastelenplein and the 18 Septemberplein. Click ‘More information’ for the full […]
10-year anniversary Repair Café Zuid
On Saturday 1 November, Repair Café Eindhoven Zuid celebrates its 10th anniversary! Drop by to get your broken toaster, vacuum cleaner or Nintendo Switch fixed, and enjoy a piece of cake to celebrate ten years of successful repairs. There’s more good news: to mark the occasion, they’re also hosting special workshops for pupils of primary […]
Repair & Remake
Repair & Remake is part of New Order of Fashion, an international platform that supports young designers in creating a regenerative fashion and textile industry. During this workshop, you can work together with young designers to repair or transform your clothes. From small fixes to creative makeovers. Every piece gets a second life, made with […]
Clothing swap Meerhoven
Got clothes, shoes or accessories you no longer wear? Bring them to the clothing swap organised by Duurzaam Meerhoven in De Hangar! This edition focuses on winter items. Think coats, warm trousers, sweaters and scarves. Bring five pieces, take five pieces. Participation is free!
Workshop: upcycle your sweater
In November, Luna & Lore and ReShare Store Eindhoven are hosting four fun workshops, each one focused on a different piece of clothing. This edition: give your old sweater a fresh new look! Bring your own sweater; they’ll provide all the creative materials. The workshops are free to join!
Workshop: upcycle your blouse
In November, Luna & Lore and ReShare Store Eindhoven are hosting four fun workshops, each one focused on a different piece of clothing. This edition: give your old blouse or shirt a new life! Bring your own item; they’ll take care of all the creative materials. The workshops are free to join!
Workshop: make a tote bag from old clothes
In November, Luna & Lore and ReShare Store Eindhoven are hosting four fun workshops, each one focused on a different item. This edition: create your own tote bag from old clothes. Bring your own garments or accessories; they’ll provide sewing machines and decoration materials. The workshops are free to join!
Workshop: upcycle your (denim) jacket
In November, Luna & Lore and ReShare Store Eindhoven are hosting four fun workshops, each one focused on a different piece of clothing. This edition: breathe new life into your old jacket or denim jacket! Bring your own piece; they’ll provide all the creative materials. The workshops are free to join!
10% off everything
Love vintage furniture and home accessories? Then this month is your lucky month! Galerie50Vintage and De Spot are giving 10% off everything throughout November. Want a sneak peek? Check out Galerie50Vintage on Instagram and de-spot.com. The Vintage Warehouse (they share one huge space!) is open every Sunday from 12:00 to 18:00, but you can also […]
Win a gift package
At the super cosy vintage shop Levisa Vintage in Stratum, you can win a lovely gift package worth €35 this month! There are two ways to join: follow Levisa Vintage on Instagram and comment on their giveaway post, or drop your name in the jar at the shop. You can even do both for double […]
Festive opening Repair Café Meerhoven
Eindhoven’s tenth Repair Café is opening its doors on 30 November, and they’re celebrating with a party! What’s better than a celebration where you can also get your broken vacuum cleaner fixed? Just like all Repair Cafés, they’re great with anything that plugs in or runs on batteries, but you can also bring clothes, textiles, […]
Win great prizes
At the amazing vintage shop NineLives, you can win all kinds of great prizes this November, from gift cards to small treasures. There are ten prizes in total! For every purchase over €5, you’ll receive a raffle ticket. The draw takes place in early December. Either way, you’re in luck: it’s impossible to leave this […]
De Normaalste Zaak van Eindhoven – English
De Normaalste Zaak van Eindhoven is wordplay on the Dutch expression ‘de normaalste zaak van de wereld’, or ‘the most natural thing in the world’. Buying second-hand, donating your used items, or fixing broken things should be the most natural thing in the world, after all. And we’d like to think Eindhoven is ahead of […]