need shoe repair

[phortlane.livejournal.com]

I need shoe repair that's relatively fast (same day or a few days, rather than 1-2 weeks) and, optimally, not too expensive.

In Davis Square or nearby, or easy to get to on the Red line.

Suggestions?  Thank you!

knife sharpening?

[dphilli1.livejournal.com]

any recs for a knife sharpening place/service? The accusharp isn't working anymore.