In this disposable age it's always refreshing to be able to fix things yourself. It's uniquely satisfying when you are able to mend something that people tell you should just be replaced or cannot be mended, not to mention ecologically and economically sound. This is not a guide to complex DIY, rather it is handy guide for men and women to refer to when the hairdryer stops working; a strap on an irreplaceable shoulder-bag has broken or your favourite jumper has shrunk in the wash.It is packed with tips and tricks of the trade, for example, how to get burn marks off your pans. It includes details on tools, materials and methods - from quick fixes to permanent solutions.The perfect present for someone who hates our throwaway society and would much rather do it for themselves, you'll be amazed just how many things can be mended with a few tools, a little bit of patience and If It's Broke, Fix It .

New survival tome If It's Broke, Fix It by Nick Harper reminds us there's a solution to every problem Glamour This step-by-step manual shows you how to tackle a whole range of household problems, offering both quick fixes and permanent solutions Sainsbury's Magazine An idiot-proof guide to fixing all the things that inexplicably break down and blow up on you: TV, toaster, the toilet - plus several rusty things you can fix by rubbing stoutly with a potato. Book of the year! Sport Magazine Covers a vast range of jobs and gives simple, clear instructions Sunday Post