WHERE TO GET STUFF FIXED

FOOTWEAR

Gus New Quality Shoe Repair

Meticulous and fast, the cobblers at this tiny, dusty shop can stretch a too-tight pair of Manolos or rebuild the tips of salt-battered Fendi boots. (Gentlemen, your Tod’s loafers are welcome here, too.) You can also count on owner Luis (who took over for Gus Jr. in 1992) for tough love: If you want to ugly up your Frye riding boots by adding a wedge, he won’t do it. From $30 to put a new pin in a high heel. 2361 N. Clark St., Lincoln Park, 773-525-0133

SWEATERS AND LEATHER

Without a Trace

You could go the trendy route of visible mending and let the world know the moths have taken over your closet. Or you could keep your cashmere time-less by sending it to Michael Ehrlich’s legendary shop, where his magicians use fabric from hidden parts of the garment to impeccably repair holes, tears, and even burns. His reputation is such that sweaters and other damaged goods from around the world (and from the archives of high-fashion houses) find their way to his two locations for restoration to their original, plush glory. From $40 to reknit a sweater. 3344 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Hollywood Park, 773-588-4922; 100 E. Walton St., Gold Coast, 312-787-9922

CLUTTER

H.O.M.E.

Stacy Bankier and Abby Provus of Highland Park believe that your closet, basement, pantry, mudroom, or anywhere else that clutter collects can be purged without guilt. As cheerleaders for simple