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What age did you get into DIY? And what was your first project?

Peggers
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What age did you get into DIY? And what was your first project?

It's funny, I didn't really get into DIY until I was in my late 40s - even though my Dad was brilliant at making anything and everything, and maintaining the garden.

 

He had a garage - that he built himself - in which every inch was covered with tools or things 'that might come in handy later'. He had jam jars full of screws and washers. He could mend a gearbox, lay a concrete floor and plant veggies. He loved pottering out in his garage to all hours.

 

I think when I was younger I just wanted to get out and have fun. Then I got a job. Then I had kids. And so it wasn't until my kids were grown up and had full social lives (and I suddenly had a lot of time on my hands) that I explored the idea of DIY.

 

I'd started collecting books and quirky ornaments from Op Shops. Then I got interested in Pinterest and liked the idea of the whole pallet furniture thing - but didn't think I had the skills to get involved. 

 

And then four years ago during the Xmas break I made these shelves from scratch, inspired by a picture I'd seen online. My first proper project. Since then I've progressed to renovating caravans and absolutely love pottering in the warehouse, like my dad did.

 

So what's your story? How old were you when you started your DIY interest? And what was your first homemade cab off the project rank?

 

 

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DIYgals
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Re: What age did you get into DIY? And what was your first project?

Wow thanks @JaneK ! I don't think anyone has used prolific when describing our work before :smile:

DIY is something that Sarah and I have always been interested in. We have probably been doing DIY since our early 20's, but only started with smaller projects like painting, making smaller pieces of furniture etc. The great thing about DIY is the more you do and learn increases your confidence to attempt bigger and better projects! We have done some TAFE training to upskill ourselves also to move on to bigger and better things. Having some knowledge and experience in doing and making things yourself also helps with expectations when you do need to get specialised trades in too. :smile:

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