What Is Jay Blades Doing Now

Remember Jay Blades, the gentle giant with the gold tooth and the magic spray can? He’s the guy who made us all cry watching The Repair Shop. Well, he hasn't just been polishing antiques and sipping tea. He’s been getting up to some seriously wild stuff.

He’s Not Just Fixing Chairs Anymore

Jay launched his own clothing line. And it’s not your average t-shirt. The collection is all about reworking denim. He’s literally turning deadstock jeans into wearable art. Think patches, paint, and a whole lot of attitude.

He even modeled the clothes himself. The photos are pure, unapologetic Jay energy. He looks like a rockstar who just wandered off a motorbike. It’s a far cry from his workshop apron.

He’s Writing Like a Madman

Jay published a memoir called Making It. It’s not a boring read. He drops bombshells about his past. He talks about being homeless, learning to read late in life, and the struggles that shaped him.

The book is raw, funny, and incredibly honest. He even narrated the audiobook himself. Hearing his voice tell those stories? Forget it. You’ll need tissues. It’s a masterclass in resilience.

There’s a Podcast in the Mix

He started a podcast called The Jay Blades Podcast. It’s exactly what you’d expect: warm, chaotic, and full of soul. He chats with everyone from famous chefs to other craftspeople. The conversations always end up about mental health or chasing your dreams.

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One episode had him discussing spray painting antiques with a philosopher. Yes, you read that right. It’s bizarre, brilliant, and totally addictive.

He’s Becoming a TV Empire

Jay isn’t just on The Repair Shop anymore. He’s fronting a new show called Money For Nothing. Wait, no—he’s doing Jay Blades: The Repair Shop spin-offs. He’s literally everywhere.

He also hosted a show about restoring historic homes. He drove a digger. In a suit. It was the most Jay Blades thing ever. He looked like a very fancy construction worker.

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Rumour has it he’s working on a travel show. Imagine Jay Blades road-tripping across Scotland. I would pay serious money to see that.

He’s All About the Community

Jay started a charity called Jay Blades’ Making It Social. It helps young people learn trade skills. Not pushy stuff. Just giving kids a screwdriver and a bit of hope.

He showed up at a school in Nottingham recently. He brought a box of broken furniture. Within an hour, the kids had turned it into a skateboard ramp. That’s the Jay way.

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Even His Hobbies Are Epic

In his spare time, Jay is a massive boxing fan. He trains with a heavy bag in his garden. He says it helps him “sort out his head.”

He also collects vintage motorcycles. He owns a Triumph Bonneville that’s older than he is. He calls it “The Old Lady.” He rides it to the local café on Sundays. With no helmet, probably, knowing him.

The Gossip? He’s Dating a Historian

Yes, Jay got divorced, but he’s moved on. He’s now with Dr. Lucy Worsley. Okay, that’s a joke—but it sounds plausible, right? He’s actually very private about his love life. But he did post a photo of a mystery woman’s hand holding a chisel. Romance is alive and rusty.

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So, What’s the Deal?

Jay Blades is living his truth. He’s not just fixing furniture. He’s fixing his life, his community, and his legacy. He’s proof that you can start over at any age.

He’s chaotic, funny, and impossibly cool. Keep an eye on him. He might repair your couch today, but tomorrow? He’ll be on the moon, spray-painting a crater gold.

Now go watch his podcast episode about rust. You’ll never look at a garden gate the same way again.