Fix It, Don’t Toss It: 7 Austin Businesses Keeping Your Favorite Things Alive

Before you replace it, can Austin fix it? In this episode of Austin BizBuzz, Brooke Holland spotlights seven Austin businesses dedicated to repairing and restoring the things people value—from cowboy boots, cars and cameras to furniture, musical instruments, sewing machines and luxury watches. These are the local experts proving craftsmanship still matters—and that sometimes the smartest purchase is simply making what you already own last longer. FEATURED BUSINESSES Austin Shoe Hospital — North Lamar 3419 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78705 Website Juke Auto 924 Shady Ln, Austin, TX 78702 Website Austin Camera & Imaging 5350 Burnet Rd, Suite 8, Austin, TX 78756 Website Fine Wood Repair 611 B W Powell Ln, Austin, TX 78753 Website Strait Music — South 3201 Bee Caves Rd, Suite 140, Austin, TX 78746 Website Northwest Sewing Center 5448 Burnet Rd #1, Austin, TX 78756 Website ATX Watches 1803 W 35th St, Suite B, Austin, TX 78703 Website