14 Books to Fulfill Your DIY Dreams

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Ever since the rise of Pinterest, DIYs, hacks, and clever crafts have been circling around the Internet like the latest viral news story. Create your own lip scrub using two ingredients! Make your own phone charger in three steps! Build your own popsicle stick corner shelf!

Pinterest in great — no arguments here. Some of us, however, need a little extra help to make all those DIY fantasies come to life. Ahead are 14 books to get you crafting away, no matter your skill level.

01
Honey Crafting

Honey Crafting

Nature's sweetest substance is something of a miracle worker — Honey Crafting ($18) shows you all the wonderful things you can do with it.

02
Crafting With Wood Pallets

Crafting With Wood Pallets

Obsessed with the rustic look? Crafting With Wood Pallets ($17) teaches you how to build, paint, and finish unique wood decor.

03
DIY Mason Jar Projects

DIY Mason Jar Projects

If you want to give your home (or office desk) a chic, bohemian vibe, a mason jar craft is calling your name. This book ($12) teaches you how to doll up those jars for the perfect DIY.

04
The Year of Cozy

The Year of Cozy

Activities, recipes, and miscellaneous DIY projects are the name of this book's game ($25), which aims to make the little moments just as satisfying as the big.

05
Paper Crafts

Paper Crafts

If you've always made your own birthday cards, consider Paper Crafts ($16), in which you'll learn how to create beads, gift bags, magazine bowls, mini journals, and so much more.

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Making Soap From Scratch

Making Soap From Scratch

Handmade soaps are an adorable addition to any bathroom or kitchen. This book ($12) will transform you into a soap-making master.

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The Big Book of Hacks

The Big Book of Hacks

Techie at heart? The Big Book of Hacks ($29) teaches you how to improve your home, make geek toys, and upgrade your gadgets.

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DIY Wine Corks

DIY Wine Corks

Don't throw away those leftover corks from Friday night! DIY Wine Corks ($19) teaches you how to turn them into wall art, jewelry, and more.

09
DIY, Dammit!

DIY, Dammit!

"The truth is, craftin' ain't easy," reads the description of DIY, Dammit! ($24). "But it also doesn't have to be an exasperating lesson in your own clumsiness." Author Joselyn Hughes offers easy craft guides for the one who may be a little more prone to Pinterest fails.

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The ABCs of Lemon

The ABCs of Lemon

Lemons are good for way more than just adding a kick to your water. The ABCs of Lemon ($9) offers lemon-infused instructionals for cleaning, health, and beauty.

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Your Sharpie Style

Your Sharpie Style

If you love to color, tap into your artsy side with Your Sharpie Style ($17). Turns out there's a lot you can do with a few Sharpies!

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Crafting With Cat Hair

Crafting With Cat Hair

If cat hair is a literal layer of your house, consider this book ($15), which shows you how to make use of it. And no, it's not a joke.

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DIY Decorating on a Budget

DIY Decorating on a Budget

For those looking to stay smart with their budgets, this book ($9) contains 19 frugal ideas for designing your home yourself.

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Organic Body Care Recipes

Organic Body Care Recipes

You'll find plenty of harsh chemicals in body care products from the drugstore. Try your hand at an all-natural regimen with Organic Body Care Recipes ($19).