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Ultimately, the real question should be how serious you are about building something of good quality. If you’re remodeling your home, for instance, you can’t just figure it all out in a day. You have to be learning how to do it for a long time before gaining skills, and do you really want to sacrifice the quality of whatever it is you’re remodeling in your home?
If You Do—Start Slow
That’s why we recommend that if you really want to build something yourself, you should start slow. Don’t tackle major projects that’ll require both massive time commitments and pressure to make sure it’s perfect. You need to first see if you enjoy DIY at all, and build your experience in the craft by making smaller, lower-stakes creations in the process.
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]]>Reuse, Reuse, Reuse
The magic of DIY is that you can take things that you no longer need and transform them into something truly amazing. That’s why you should try to focus on working on DIY projects that allow you to work with things that you already have at home, without having to buy anything new.
Eco-Friendly Materials
It also comes in handy to focus on DIY projects made with eco-friendly materials, such as wood and paper. Even if your main material is eco-friendly, your DIY project can still be harmful to the environment if you’re using paint or glue containing harmful chemicals, so try to look for the most eco-friendly options possible.
Longevity is Key
Your DIY project won’t lead to pollution if you focus on crafting things you can keep for a long time. Try to focus on projects that will result in the making of things that will stay in your home for years or decades to come instead of being thrown away by the next season.
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The “go big or go home” approach won’t do your holiday DIY projects any good. When you don’t have a lot of time on your hands, it’s best to stick to something small and achievable, like making DIY greeting cards, candles, or Christmas wreaths.
Schedule Your DIY Time
Finding free time around the holidays may seem like a mission impossible, but you’ll have an easier time doing it if you schedule it in advance. You’ll be less likely to postpone working on your DIY projects this way or replace your DIY time with some other activities.
Buy What You Can
Not all your gifts have to be DIY, so buy what you can to minimize the time you’ll spend on your projects. Making all your presents by yourself is a time-consuming ordeal so try to only focus on the projects that seem really fun to stop this enjoyable activity from turning into a burden.
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]]>You’ll Need to Take it Seriously
We’ll just come out and say that your DIY project won’t be a cakewalk. You’re going to need to take this seriously and it’ll require all of your energy and focus. Just because DIY projects are trendy doesn’t make them “cookie-cutter” activities. They’ll require dedication and precision, so make sure you know what you’re in for.
Make It a Passion
We hope we didn’t scare you too much because DIY projects can truly be a blast if you’ve got enough passion for the thing. Sure, it’ll require a lot of hard work, but “hard work” can be enjoyable when you love doing something enough. Focus on loving the process, and you’ll find yourself loving every step of the way.
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]]>It’s Cheaper
Let’s get the obvious out of the way. By doing something yourself instead of hiring a professional, it’ll be significantly cheaper. So if money is something you’re concerned about, this is a major perk.
You’ll Learn a Skill
You may be worried that you don’t know enough about the task at hand. If that’s the case, even better! Now you can learn a new skill that you’ll be able to take with you into your future endeavors, and possibly do more DIY projects.
You’ll Feel Accomplished
There’s nothing more satisfying than looking at a DIY project you made, especially if it was something you had to learn how to do. Now every time you look at that patio, you’ll feel a sense of pride. Good for you!
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Your DIY project won’t work if you’re missing the crucial tools necessary to pull it off. That’s why you should always check what tools you need before starting to make something new. If you’re missing some of them, can’t borrow them from anyone, or can’t afford to buy them, it’s highly unlikely your DIY project will be successful.
Missing Materials
After making sure you have all the tools you need, you should do the same with the materials required for the project. If you lack some of them, aren’t sure where to find them, or can’t afford to buy them since they’ll cost you more than a brand-new version of the item you’re making, your DIY project may not be worth the time.
Lack of Time
Speaking of time—some DIY projects require A LOT of it. If your schedule is already packed, you may find yourself constantly postponing the work on your project and eventually give it up altogether because it was taking too long to put it together.
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]]>Common Interest
When planning a DIY project with someone else, opt for something that you both want to make. Making arts and crafts can be a drag if only one person is having fun, so you should look at your common interests and come up with an amazing DIY project that you’ll both enjoy.
Set of Skills
We all have a different set of skills, and doing DIY projects with others allows you to put yours to some good use. There will be some parts of the DIY process that you’ll be more talented at than your partner and vice versa, and that’s why it’s important that everyone focuses on what they’re best at.
No Pressure
Once you’re done with your DIY project, the final result may not look as amazing as it did in the original tutorial—and that’s totally fine. You shouldn’t put too much pressure on each other along the way because it may ruin the fun, and having fun should be the whole point of your DIY adventure.
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Know right away how much time you’re willing to invest in flipping certain items. If the thrift clothes you stumbled upon require too much work, consider going with a less challenging project that won’t be so time-consuming.
Final Price
Some people like upcycling second-hand clothes because it’s a fun adventure, while others do it to save money. Unfortunately, putting a DIY twist on your thrift store finds doesn’t always come cheap. Try to do a calculation in your head on the spot, and if you think you’d spend more money than on a brand-new item—just leave it be.
Think Outside the Box
Finding a dress or a shirt at your favorite thrift store doesn’t necessarily mean you should transform it into a different dress or shirt. Some second-hand pieces of clothing are worth buying for the fabrics alone, and you can later use them to make pretty much anything.
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In addition to helping you pass the time and develop a new skill, DIY projects should lead to the creation of something unique that doesn’t cost a fortune. It’s important to have a budget in mind so you could avoid going overboard and paying much more than a store-bought version of the same thing would cost.
Not Practical
You should always focus on DIY projects with some practical use. If they’re only going to gather dust without serving an actual purpose after you’ve done with them, it’s probably better to focus on something you can put to some good use.
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You should also avoid DIY projects that are time-consuming without being rewarding. If they take so long to complete that you’re not even enjoying the process of making them, they’re usually not worth the trouble.
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]]>Upcycled Furniture
Hit the thrift store and get some furniture to upcycle. Just repaint it so it matches your decor.
Baskets
Get creative with your baskets by adding polka dots, stripes, or even cute animals. This works great when you don’t have a lot of paint left—remember a little goes a long way.
Shelves
Give new life to boring white shelves or storage space by adding a dash of color. Just add two coats of paint and top it off with a coat of clear wax or matte varnish.
Vase
Have fun with vases by creating foliage or cactus designs. If you mess up, all you have to do is scratch the paint or wash it off and start over.
Wall Art
You don’t need to be an artist to create a striking masterpiece. If you want to create something unique, try using a spray can, to get an abstract piece.
Curtains
Update plain white curtains with fun designs of your choosing. You can even paint on clear shower curtains!
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