Hi, I’m Danie!
Creative nerd and maker behind DIY IN PROGRESS. From woodworking to stained glass, I dive into DIY to inspire confidence and joy. In my 30s, I’ve learned to embrace messes and learning by doing, showing that creativity is about loving your inner magic and building your fantasy around you.
FAQ
What’s DIY in progress really all about?
DIY In Progress is my little corner of inspiration—full of home projects, decor ideas, and tips for anyone who loves rolling up their sleeves to make something unique. My hope? That it sparks your creativity and reminds you it’s okay to try, fail, and keep creating until you love the result.
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I am a huge fan of trial by fire! I love trying new mediums and learning to do them along the way. Not every experiment is a success, but that's why confidence in creativity is so important.
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A little bit of everything: furniture flips, room makeovers, thrifty decor hacks, gardening projects, and “I can’t believe that actually worked” DIY experiments.
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I wish I could DIY everyone’s space, but right now I only take on projects that become part of the channel. Keep your eyes peeled for fun opportunities like my series "Love it or Thrift it" or "Second Hand on Demand".
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Absolutely. If you haven’t superglued your fingers together at least once, are you even DIYing?
Our Non-Negotiables
Every piece deserves a glow-up.
Why settle for “meh” when your furniture could be a total showstopper? With a little creativity (and some serious DIY magic), even the most tired pieces can get a second chance to shine.
Your old dresser doesn’t have to meet its doom at the dump. We believe in rescuing sad, outdated furniture and giving it a new life—one bold design at a time.
Let’s keep it out of the landfill.
DIY should never be dull. We keep things fun, fearless, and full of personality—because furniture makeovers deserve just as much drama as a reality show.