Modern society tends to treat possessions as temporary and disposable. So this month we’re going to challenge you to find ways to salvage your stuff, fix it up, and make it even better. Welcome to the 30 Days of GOOD challenge for July: Do It Yourself. This one is going to be a lot of fun.
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Do It Yourself: Submit Your Projects #30DaysofGOOD
The first task in our DIY challenge is to decide where we want to go. Walk around your house, apartment, yard, or garage, and look for things that need to be built, fixed, replaced, or improved. … Find all those ignored, abandoned, or overwhelming projects and make a list of them.
Do It Yourself: Recap and the Road Ahead #30DaysofGOOD
As this month’s challenge winds down, we look back at what we learned and point you to resources for continuing your DIY journey.
Do It Yourself: Get Some Tools #30DaysofGOOD
Every aspiring DIYer needs a basic set of tools. Here’s our rundown of which tools to start assembling.
Do It Yourself: Change a Flat Tire #30DaysofGOOD
Don’t get stuck not knowing how to fix a flat. Here’s all the info you need.
If you drive a car, there will inevitably be a dreadful moment when you hear a peculiar sound. It starts as a far-away noise like driving over low-profile lane markers, but suddenly it gets very loud: “whup-whup-whup. WHUPWHUPWHUPWHUP.” Bad news—that’s the sound of a flat tire, and when it happens, it’s a good idea to quickly (but safely) pull off the road.
Do It Yourself: Dye Fabric the Right Way #30DaysofGOOD
A lot of people customize their stuff with a coat of paint, but the practice of fabric dyeing tends to be less common. Here’s a quick overview on how to get clothes and home fabrics that are truly one-of-a-kind.
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Do It Yourself: Make a Compost Bin #30DaysofGOOD
Composting has a wide variety of benefits. Here’s how to make your own compost bin quickly and easily.
Do It Yourself: Recycle Bottles and Cans Into Vases and Candle Holders #30DaysofGOOD
Flowers or candles bring life to any space, especially when you show them off in a way that matches your personality. A trick I like is to recycle bottles and containers into awesome DIY vases and candle holders.
Do It Yourself: Fixing Carolyn’s Window #30DaysofGOOD
Carolyn’s window frame tore during a wind storm. DIY mastermind Mike Senese showed her how to fix it.
Do It Yourself: Make Your Own Non-Toxic Household Cleaners #30DaysofGOOD
With a few simple ingredients that you probably already own—such as baking soda, white vinegar and lemon juice—it’s easy to substitute many store-bought cleaners with safe, eco-friendly options.
Do It Yourself: Patch a Hole in Drywall #30DaysofGOOD
If you’ve knocked a small hole in your wall (a few inches across or less), the right tools and materials make the repair a simple job.
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