The DIY Manifesto I wrote is based on ideas from other manifestos. I have clarified and sharpened and added some passages.
| Nr. | DIY-Manifest (English) |
|---|---|
| 01. | If it's broken, fix it! Because solving everyday, practical problems is the most beautiful creativity there is. |
| 02. | If it's not broken, improve it! A little clever tweak will make something work better for years. |
| 03. | Give your product a longer durability! If we double the life of our things, halve what ends up in landfill. |
| 04. | Repairing means freedom and independence. As a craftsman, you don't have to get sad when something wears out, nothing stays new, so forget perfection. |
| 05. | Resist trends and useless upgrades! The fuel of our throwaway society. |
| 06. | Don't let yourself become a passive consumer! Whenever we spend money, it's a vote for the kind of products we want. Buy products that can be repaired. |
| 07. | A repaired thing is a beautiful thing. Every repair no matter how skillful or improvised, has its story. |
| 08. | If you have an idea, start small and do it well! If it's good, it will continue to grow. |
| 09. | Maintain your curiosity! Keep trying things you've never done before. It's good for your brain and your soul. Don't be afraid of making mistakes - it only makes the successes sweeter. |
| 10. | People are boundlessly different, products should be too. Everything can be improved and adapted. |
| 11. | Throwing away is a choice, not a law of nature. Plastic is not evil, but we misuse it. Use it with respect. |
| 12. | Share your ideas, enthusiasm and skills! If you enjoy fixing and tinkering, keep doing it. It's a gift for life. |
