- Mend faulty household items or toys rather than throwing them out - find a local person or firm to do it if you can't do so yourself
- Visit Lover Repair Cafe- Wednesday mornings, 10 - 12 at Redlynch Village Hall
- Revive those sewing skills to mend clothing - and why not jazz up some old outfits?
- Refurbish tired furniture
- Keep possessions like bicycles in good order through regular maintenance