Don’t throw out broken jewelry and clothes with holes! We got you.
What:
Stop by our shop and meet with our jeweler for the following repairs:
1. Lose a stone in your favorite ring, earring, necklace or bracelet? Bring in your silver, gold, brass or copper jewelry or home décor items to be repaired for you by Rene.
2. Beaded necklace break, no problem we can restring your beads and pearls.
3. Resize rings
4. Tighten prongs
5. He can possibly make a replica of an earring so you have a full pair again
6. And other jewelry repairs
Rene’s wife, Jenny, will also be in to mend clothing. She can help you with the following:
1. Darn holes in socks
2. patch holes in pants and jeans
3. put a button back on and other basic mending needs
Talk to our artists in person and learn how we, or other artists, can help you.
Cost:
Prices will vary depending on what repairs are needed to be done.
When:
Every Wednesday 12-7pm
2nd Saturdays 12-2:30pm
1st and 3rd Fridays of each month 5–7pm.
In addition, they is also by appointment on other days and times. For appointments, please call/text 801-686-5351.
You can also drop of the item(s) that need to be fixed and our jeweler will get back to you on pricing and options.
Where:
Fix-It Days are at The Local Artisan Collective, located at 2371 Kiesel Ave in down town Ogden, just a little south of the Megaplex.
How To Register:
No need to register a head of time, just stop by anytime between 12noon–2pm. Some repairs can be made while you wait while others may take a few days.
About The Jeweler:
Repairs will be made by Rene Venegas, a 16th generation silversmith. His family was one of the first to arrive from Spain to the Americas. His ancestor, Felipe Venegas, was the silversmith for the early cathedrals in the Dominican Republic and stamped the first European coins in the New World. He has been making jewelry since he was a child in his father’s silver shop in Bogota, Colombia and has been teaching jewelry and silversmithing classes at Weber State for 15 years. In addition, he has been featured in The Standard Examiner, The Signpost, KUTV Inside the Story, FOX13 Good Morning Utah, The Salt Project and KTVX Good Things Utah.
About The Seamstress:
Jenny Venegas has always found joy in learning and creating through what many refer to as “domestic arts” — sewing, quilting, canning, and embroidery, to name a few. After taking a break from her creative endeavors for many years, she’s gradually returned to her roots with her brand, Aunt GG’s which is inspired by her Great-Aunts Grace and Glady. Jenny creates comforting handmade goods for the kitchen, home and patio.
Venue: The Local Artisan Collective
Venue Phone: (801) 399-2787
Venue Website: localartisancollective.com…
Address:
2371 Kiesel Ave., Ogden, Utah, 84404, United States
Description:
The Local Artisan Collective in Ogden, Utah, is a hub for local artisans to showcase and sell their handmade goods, including jewelry, art, and home decor. It promotes community engagement through workshops and classes, making it a key destination for supporting local creativity and finding unique items.
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