Indigo and Gold Design Blog: DIY Projects You CAN Do!

I have a confession to make. I'm not a DIYer. I have never DIYed anything. I do, however, have a long list of projects I would like to try out one day. There's a good chance that will never happen, nonetheless, the list continues to grow.

I have a designer's heart and mind. Not of a DIYer. Some people assume that because you can design you can DIY. Well, there's not much truth in that. I can design a DIY project, but I most likely cannot make it come to life so easily. Who knows, maybe if I take that leap of faith I will discover I'm good at both?!

DIYing isn't for everyone, but if you see a project you really like go ahead, take a shot at it. And if you have a Mr. Handyman living with you take advantage and have him help out.

I will share with you a few of my favorites. No particular style in mind. I have very eclectic taste and these projects could easily be incorporated into any one's style.

Okay, so the most recent one I came across is this Diy Wood Doormat from The Merrythought.

Also, on my list is this amazing picture holder. Even without pictures it would still be an amazing piece of art.

DIY Geometric Photo Display Valerie, from The Caldwell Project, walks you through, step by step, on how to make this wonderful photo display.

Here's a really easy one. This one is probably best for homeowners.

House Numbers This project is from 4 Men 1 Lady. I love that you can take this same idea and recreate it in any style you like.

She has several more wonderful ideas so I would definitely make time to check her out!

This next one may require a little more skill and special tools. This would be a good time to ask the mister to step in unless you're extremely confident in your carpentry skills.

Diy Framed Chalkboard

If you're interested in more "skilled" carpentry projects be sure to check out her website. Lots of wonderful ideas on there and lots of free plans to build them too. Shanty 2 Chic

Now, if you're like me you love stores like Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware, West Elm, and so on. But realistically their products are very expensive. So I found this video tutorial one how to make one of their very popular, very expensive mirrors. Check it out.

Here's one for the ladies. The link doesn't have a tutorial, but you get the idea.

From flea market finds to savvy storage

Well, I guess I'll include one for the guys too. This is a great idea to organize that garage. Some skills required.

Garage Storage Towers

Lastly, I will end with one that is at the very top of my list. This will definitely require skill and a lot of patience. Probably a couple to a few weekends to complete as well. It is from one of my favorite DIYers, Vintage Revivals.

Pink and Red Honeycomb Wall

Truly this woman is talented and skilled!

Well, I hope that by now you too are inspired to design and create. Don't be afraid to at least try something. You just might discover something you're really good, or really bad at, but at least you'll know.

If you need some inspiration the best place I can refer you to is Pinterest. I will warn you that it can be overwhelming, addicting, and fun. So, if you don't think you can handle it you might not want to look.

So, to all of you future DIYers, good luck and let your creativity shine!