Don't forget your jacket! Jackets and other outerwear must stand up to the elements. But when they don't, they, too, can be taken to the Fix-It Club for repair.

How Does It Work?

A jacket, of course, is worn over indoor clothes to insulate the wearer's body. The amount of protection offered depends on the type and fabric of the jacket.

What Can Go Wrong?

Though they are simple in function, jackets have problems, too. Jackets get stained. Tears and holes happen. Buttons disappear. Zippers stick, separate, and lose teeth.

Fix-It Tip

To make a zipper work more smoothly, rub a candle over the zipper, then open and close the zipper. The candle's wax will serve as a lubricant and reduce friction.