What Does Jay Blades Do Now

So, you know Jay Blades, right? The bloke with the voice like a warm, velvet blanket and a workshop that smells of sawdust and magic? The Repair Shop legend who turned broken furniture into emotional masterpieces. But let’s be honest—after that big, emotional hug-fest of a show, you might be wondering: “What does Jay Blades do now?” Is he just sitting at home, polishing a mahogany table and practicing his “ooh, that’s a lovely bit of dovetail” speech? Nope. He’s busier than a woodlouse at a timber yard.

First off, Jay hasn’t abandoned his roots. He’s still the patron saint of sentimental junk—touring the country with live shows, like “Jay Blades: A Life in Repair”, where he tells stories, cracks jokes, and probably fixes a broken heart with a bit of sandpaper. And he’s writing. The man has penned a memoir, Making It, which is less about wood glue and more about how he rebuilt his own life after a tough start. Spoiler: it’s inspiring, not a DIY manual. (Though I bet he could write one on “How to Reupholster Your Will to Live.”)

But wait—there’s more! Jay has become a fashion icon. Yes, you heard me. He’s launched a clothing line with eBay, championing pre-loved threads because, let’s face it, the man knows the value of a second chance—whether it’s a chair or a jacket. He’s also dabbled in TV presenting beyond repair, co-hosting shows like The Great Bhuta (a sort of spiritual, furniture-based treasure hunt?) and even appearing on Who Do You Think You Are?, where he discovered his ancestors were tougher than a… well, you get the idea. The man is everywhere.

Oh, and did I mention he’s a motivational speaker? Jay now gives talks about resilience, mindfulness, and why you should never throw away that wobbly table (or your dreams). He’s also launched a podcast, Jay’s Banter, where he chats with celebs about, you guessed it, fixing things—from relationships to radiators. “It’s all about the journey, innit?” he’d say, probably while gesturing with a chisel.

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But here’s the best bit: He’s still the same bloke. Despite the fame, the fashion line, and the books, Jay is often found in his community, running workshops for kids and adults alike. He teaches them the art of repair—not just of furniture, but of confidence. “You can fix anything,” he tells them, “as long as you start with a bit of patience and a dollop of hope.”

So, what does Jay Blades do now? He lives the lesson he learned from a thousand broken chairs: you’re never too old, too broken, or too famous to give something, or someone, a second chance. And that, my friend, is the kind of fix we could all use. So go on—find something wobbly in your life and give it a good, Blades-approved hug. You’ll be smiling in no time.