Why DIY?

Living DIY isn't simply a place to find nifty craft tips (although you'll find plenty of them here!). It's about finding a way to add a DIY element to many aspects of your life, oftentimes simplifying your life and cutting back on your household budget.

There is no limit to what you might see on these pages. Topics will range from crafts (of course!) to cleaning, to clothes and accessories, to cooking (isn't this one of the most basic forms of DIY?) and beyond.

Why do I DIY?

I've always loved DIY projects. In fact, if I were to turn on HGTV, the channel likely wouldn't change until my fiance got home from work. Even as a kid, I enjoyed crafting and completing projects alongside my mom.  And I've brought this into my adult life as well.

Don't get me wrong, I love shopping and coming home with the newest flashy item just like every other girl, but I tend to save this splurge for really great items and those I can't feasibly make myself. I've always had a "thrifty" mindset and I believe that I shouldn't have to pay enormous amounts of money for something I could easily make for a fraction of the cost. Anytime I see something, anything, the first thought in my mind is "Can I recreate this?". And most of the time, the answer is yes!

And more importantly, why should you?

Does the thought of shelling out your hard earned bucks day in and day out makes you want to scream? Have you ever wondered if there was a cheaper or easier way to do something? Have you ever spent money on a product only to find out that it doesn't actually do the magic that it claims on it's packaging?

If so, then take a peek at some of the tips and tutorials here. I'm sure you'll find a project (if not several) that suits you!

Happy DIYing!

Kim