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When the term DIY (do it yourself) comes into question, many of us have different associations with it. Some people are avid fans of it and even like to repurpose old items with creative twists, while for some people... the term quite literally means a disaster in every way possible.

Let's be real, even those who are rather skilled at making things themselves have failed quite a few times before they got it right. However, sometimes we not only lack the patience and skills to execute the plan, but also the literal sense to know when something is not going to come out the way we want it to. Some ideas are just meant to never be executed for our own piece of mind, unless we don't mind nightmares, that is.

Now that all of that is out of the way, we suggest you check out some of the DIY fails submitted by the members of the r/DiWHY subreddit community. And unless you want to intensify your nightmares for tonight or just have a good laugh, make sure to check out previous posts here, here, and here.

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This Subreddit's Title Says It All

This Subreddit's Title Says It All

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    Up For Some Spam?

    Up For Some Spam?

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    #3

    Biblically Accurate Furby

    Biblically Accurate Furby

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    In a previous article, Bored Panda had reached out to IAMmojo who is the moderator of the r/DiWHY subreddit. We wanted to know how moderation works when it comes to such a big page in general.

    "It's not too difficult in general, but on certain days there are influxes of [crap]posts and reposts which can get crazy. Even with rules, these will continue to happen. It's why I use Automoderator to handle rejections of any new accounts or low karma accounts as a baseline."

    #4

    I'm No Electrician, But I Think I've Solved The Mystery Of Why Changing The Lightbulbs Didn't Work

    I'm No Electrician, But I Think I've Solved The Mystery Of Why Changing The Lightbulbs Didn't Work

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    #5

    Your Grand Kids With Cherish These… Or Bury Them In The Backyard

    Your Grand Kids With Cherish These… Or Bury Them In The Backyard

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    #6

    Ouch

    Ouch

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    The moderator also shared one of the most common recipes for a DIY (or should we say DIYWHY) disaster. Can you take a guess on what it is? We are sure, the answer might not be that surprising but it is funny nonetheless.

    "If you ask the sub, they will surely mention the hot glue gun as the main ingredient. I think most posts in general have a humor element to it in common." They told Bored Panda.

    #7

    All Mail Is Nuked For 10 Seconds To Destroy Any Tracking Or Listening Devices Put There By A Vague Yet Menacing Government Agency

    All Mail Is Nuked For 10 Seconds To Destroy Any Tracking Or Listening Devices Put There By A Vague Yet Menacing Government Agency

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    #8

    Socks For Human Beings

    Socks For Human Beings

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    #9

    DIY And 5 Minute Crafts In A Nutshell

    DIY And 5 Minute Crafts In A Nutshell

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    With all of that being said, the moderator was sure to mention that failing in something should not be taken as something upsetting but rather as an opportunity to improve. "Keep working on your craft! What you make today maybe be the next big thing tomorrow! Not everyone is a skilled artisan, we can only try our best."

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    #10

    I Wouldn't Tell Anyone I Won The Lottery... But There Would Be Hints

    I Wouldn't Tell Anyone I Won The Lottery... But There Would Be Hints

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    #11

    Flood Preparations????

    Flood Preparations????

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    #12

    Repurposed Jeans :(

    Repurposed Jeans :(

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    And remember, no matter what anyone says, there is still hope, whether you've had an interior design flop firsthand or you've simply witnessed too many hilarious DIY fails to try. Give it a go, who knows maybe your idea won't turn out as bad as it did for these fellow redditors.

    With that in mind, what was your favorite DIY fail, Pandas? Let us know in the comments as we'd love to hear your thoughts!

    #13

    You Can Do Many Things That Is Not This

    You Can Do Many Things That Is Not This

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    #14

    Just Because You Can

    Just Because You Can

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    #15

    How About This Centrepiece, Seen At A Dentist's Office?

    How About This Centrepiece, Seen At A Dentist's Office?

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    #16

    Sticking Herbs And Spices All Over Your Bathroom Wall To Make The Room Scented

    Sticking Herbs And Spices All Over Your Bathroom Wall To Make The Room Scented

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    #17

    This Motorcycle Was Made Into An 18-Wheeler… Type, Thing

    This Motorcycle Was Made Into An 18-Wheeler… Type, Thing

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    #18

    My Mom Bought A New House And This Is What The Previous Owners Did To The Pool!

    My Mom Bought A New House And This Is What The Previous Owners Did To The Pool!

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    #19

    A Car Around Town

    A Car Around Town

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    #20

    How To Maximize Your Rim Size On A Budget

    How To Maximize Your Rim Size On A Budget

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    #21

    Can’t Say I’ve Seen Something Like This

    Can’t Say I’ve Seen Something Like This

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    #22

    Because It Gets Hot In The Workshop And There’s No Ac

    Because It Gets Hot In The Workshop And There’s No Ac

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    #23

    "And When The Sun Hit The Porch Just Right, The Rocks Sing"

    "And When The Sun Hit The Porch Just Right, The Rocks Sing"

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    #24

    Is Duct Tape Cheaper Than Paint?

    Is Duct Tape Cheaper Than Paint?

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    #25

    Okay....

    Okay....

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    #26

    Ah Yes, The Classic Baby Lamb Seasonal Decor!

    Ah Yes, The Classic Baby Lamb Seasonal Decor!

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    #27

    Because Getting New Faucets Is Too Hard

    Because Getting New Faucets Is Too Hard

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    #28

    Because Tap Shoes

    Because Tap Shoes

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    #29

    My Dad's Razor

    My Dad's Razor

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    #30

    My Friend Went To Look At An Apartment Today And This Was The "Shower"

    My Friend Went To Look At An Apartment Today And This Was The "Shower"

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    #31

    My Computer I Decided To Build In A Jerry Can

    My Computer I Decided To Build In A Jerry Can

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    #32

    Jairs

    Jairs

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    #33

    Absolutely Disgusting

    Absolutely Disgusting

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    #34

    Redneck Penthouse?

    Redneck Penthouse?

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    #35

    Take A Ride On The Death Swing

    Take A Ride On The Death Swing

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    #36

    It Was Suggested I Share My Resin Encased Sausage Here

    It Was Suggested I Share My Resin Encased Sausage Here

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    #37

    My Moms Boyfriend Built An Outdoor Pisser So He Doesn’t Have To Use The Fence Anymore

    My Moms Boyfriend Built An Outdoor Pisser So He Doesn’t Have To Use The Fence Anymore

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    #38

    Hmmmm

    Hmmmm

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    #39

    Because Cat Bed

    Because Cat Bed

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    #40

    I Just Spent $2 Worth Of Duct Tape To Fix A $1 Backscratcher. Totally Worth It

    I Just Spent $2 Worth Of Duct Tape To Fix A $1 Backscratcher. Totally Worth It

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    #41

    The Gaming Chair

    The Gaming Chair

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    #42

    Local Artist’s Custom Paint Job

    Local Artist’s Custom Paint Job

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i may be in the minority here and would never do it, but I kinda like it as something an artist would do. Likely an older car and a bit of a f**k you

    Dozingdahlias
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this would look a lot better if the car was a different color, if it was a white car maybe.

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just because you CAN do something doesn't mean you SHOULD!

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the base compute of the car were something brighter, this would be almost fine, but on the grey, it's dull and lazy-looking.

    PenguinQueen
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    .... Tell me you did something bad without telling me you did something bad...

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    #43

    “What Are We Cooling The Outside” -My Mom

    “What Are We Cooling The Outside” -My Mom

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    Op Said “Phone Will Not Charge Without Pressure”

    Op Said “Phone Will Not Charge Without Pressure”

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    #45

    This Tyre Tube Face Mask

    This Tyre Tube Face Mask

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    #46

    My Dad’s Home Made Dog Door. It Lives On. In Fact, It Now Has A New Custom Door Stopper

    My Dad’s Home Made Dog Door. It Lives On. In Fact, It Now Has A New Custom Door Stopper

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    #47

    Nail Polish Heel..

    Nail Polish Heel..

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    #48

    Don't Worry, No Smell

    Don't Worry, No Smell

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    #49

    My Younger Brother (11) Has Inexplicably Hot-Glued Colourful Buttons To Random Keys On His Keyboard

    My Younger Brother (11) Has Inexplicably Hot-Glued Colourful Buttons To Random Keys On His Keyboard

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    #50

    Friend Of Mine Told Me To Post This Here. My Glorious 0.5$ Drawing Glove

    Friend Of Mine Told Me To Post This Here. My Glorious 0.5$ Drawing Glove

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    #51

    This Paint Job On A Car

    This Paint Job On A Car

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    #52

    A Loft Bed For Visitors You Don't Like

    A Loft Bed For Visitors You Don't Like

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    #53

    No Reason Why Lawn Care Can't Be Sexy Af

    No Reason Why Lawn Care Can't Be Sexy Af

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    #54

    Budget Stairs Anyone?

    Budget Stairs Anyone?

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    #55

    Because He’s Not A Wuss

    Because He’s Not A Wuss

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    #56

    What Do You Think… Wall Mounted Too High Or Just Right?

    What Do You Think… Wall Mounted Too High Or Just Right?

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    #57

    At Least Two People Thought This Was A Great Idea. Whoever Made It With Old Keyboards And A Glue Gun, And Whoever Agreed To Buy It To Stock In A Local Independent Shop

    At Least Two People Thought This Was A Great Idea. Whoever Made It With Old Keyboards And A Glue Gun, And Whoever Agreed To Buy It To Stock In A Local Independent Shop

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    #58

    Should Make One Every Year And See The Evolution Of His...bumkin

    Should Make One Every Year And See The Evolution Of His...bumkin

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    #59

    Because Your Room Needs Ambiance And You Don’t Use Your Colander That Much

    Because Your Room Needs Ambiance And You Don’t Use Your Colander That Much

    neuroticsmurf Report

    #60

    I Guess That Is One Way To Keep Track Of All Your Remotes

    I Guess That Is One Way To Keep Track Of All Your Remotes

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    #61

    DIY Tailgate Deterrence

    DIY Tailgate Deterrence

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    #62

    Saw This At A Juice Shop. Sat In It For A Little Bit. Feels Exactly How You'd Expect

    Saw This At A Juice Shop. Sat In It For A Little Bit. Feels Exactly How You'd Expect

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    #63

    This Monstrosity! Yes, That Is One Vehicle

    This Monstrosity! Yes, That Is One Vehicle

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    #64

    I Made A Thing

    I Made A Thing

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    #65

    Why? Just Why?

    Why? Just Why?

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    #66

    The Belt Buckle

    The Belt Buckle

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    #67

    Going Home For Thanksgiving Never Ceases To Amaze Me At What My Father Can Come Up With

    Going Home For Thanksgiving Never Ceases To Amaze Me At What My Father Can Come Up With

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    #68

    Not A Movie Set! I Have Been So Fascinated By This House For Years And They Finally Took Down The Facade The Day After I Got A Good Picture! Had To Share!

    Not A Movie Set! I Have Been So Fascinated By This House For Years And They Finally Took Down The Facade The Day After I Got A Good Picture! Had To Share!

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    #69

    A Mini Fridge Where Only Two Drinks Fit In

    A Mini Fridge Where Only Two Drinks Fit In

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    #70

    Someone Tried To Make My Mom On A Cup

    Someone Tried To Make My Mom On A Cup

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    #71

    Fixing

    Fixing

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    #72

    Zip Ties Sewing Job

    Zip Ties Sewing Job

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    #73

    Who Needs Amber If You Have Hot Glue

    Who Needs Amber If You Have Hot Glue

    vermithrax Report

    #74

    Kitchen Sink Placement

    Kitchen Sink Placement

    mutantbabysnort Report

    #75

    Fastest Pepper Grinder In The South, Brisket Wasn't Going To Season Itself!

    Fastest Pepper Grinder In The South, Brisket Wasn't Going To Season Itself!

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    #76

    This Is ... Interesting

    This Is ... Interesting

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    #77

    Found This In The Internet

    Found This In The Internet

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    #78

    How Is This Even Road Legal?

    How Is This Even Road Legal?

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    #79

    "Therapy Chairs" For Childrens' Hospital Were Rejected. Wonder Why?

    "Therapy Chairs" For Childrens' Hospital Were Rejected. Wonder Why?

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    #80

    Made This For My Wife. It's Our 14th Anniversary

    Made This For My Wife. It's Our 14th Anniversary

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    #81

    Sushi-Ception

    Sushi-Ception

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    #82

    Homemade Stool Made Of Spray Foam

    Homemade Stool Made Of Spray Foam

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    #83

    Found At Goodwill, Someone Welded Silver-Wear To Look Like A Person

    Found At Goodwill, Someone Welded Silver-Wear To Look Like A Person

    RealEpileptic Report

    #84

    Now I Know Why Laptop Chargers Got So Hot

    Now I Know Why Laptop Chargers Got So Hot

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    #85

    Eeeeeeeeeeew

    Eeeeeeeeeeew

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    #86

    Must Have Escaped From New York

    Must Have Escaped From New York

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    #87

    Because Traffic Sucks

    Because Traffic Sucks

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    #88

    Please, Do Not Cover You Bathroom Counter In Cement. This Has Homeowner Written All Over It

    Please, Do Not Cover You Bathroom Counter In Cement. This Has Homeowner Written All Over It

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    #89

    You've Seen Some Double Couch, But Are You Ready For Our Triple Couch?

    You've Seen Some Double Couch, But Are You Ready For Our Triple Couch?

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    #90

    Thank You For Your Service

    Thank You For Your Service

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    #91

    At A Craft Fair Today

    At A Craft Fair Today

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    #92

    Because Grass Between Your Toes Feels Amazing

    Because Grass Between Your Toes Feels Amazing

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    #93

    Found While Thrifting. Who Thinks It's Real Lol

    Found While Thrifting. Who Thinks It's Real Lol

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    #94

    Came Over To My Stoner Cousins House, He Made This While Smoking

    Came Over To My Stoner Cousins House, He Made This While Smoking

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    #95

    [oc] 2015, We Thought We Were So Smart. We Weren't. It Wasn't. It Was Heavy, Ugly, And A Complete Diwhy

    [oc] 2015, We Thought We Were So Smart. We Weren't. It Wasn't. It Was Heavy, Ugly, And A Complete Diwhy

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    #96

    Possibly An Unnecessary Twist

    Possibly An Unnecessary Twist

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    #97

    We Built A Double Decker Couch

    We Built A Double Decker Couch

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    #98

    Me Neighbors Added A… Foyer? Entry Way? To Their Home And, Well…

    Me Neighbors Added A… Foyer? Entry Way? To Their Home And, Well…

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    #99

    Stumbled On This Gem In My Feed Today

    Stumbled On This Gem In My Feed Today

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    #100

    My Dad Painted The Light Yellow

    My Dad Painted The Light Yellow

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    #101

    It’s The Season For Spray Foam

    It’s The Season For Spray Foam

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    #102

    These "Nails"

    These "Nails"

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    #103

    Because BBQ In Bed Needs To Be A Thing

    Because BBQ In Bed Needs To Be A Thing

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    #104

    DIY Planters

    DIY Planters

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    #105

    Custom Pee Hose Service

    Custom Pee Hose Service

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    #106

    Disrespectful Colander

    Disrespectful Colander

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    #107

    The Floor In The Bathroom Of My New Place Is Just Aluminium Tread Tiles

    The Floor In The Bathroom Of My New Place Is Just Aluminium Tread Tiles

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    #108

    All Out Desperation

    All Out Desperation

    Dr_Zol_Epstein_III Report

    #109

    Wonder What The Throttle Does

    Wonder What The Throttle Does

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    #110

    I Present You - The Mailwave!

    I Present You - The Mailwave!

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    #111

    My Brother's Phone, Used Gum Wrappers

    My Brother's Phone, Used Gum Wrappers

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    #112

    "Art"

    "Art"

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    #113

    Spotted In San Diego… Just, Why?

    Spotted In San Diego… Just, Why?

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    #114

    She Sells Seashell Shoes…

    She Sells Seashell Shoes…

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    #115

    It's Classy

    It's Classy

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    #116

    Because Your Rifle Deserves A Gun Rack

    Because Your Rifle Deserves A Gun Rack

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    #117

    Because You Need To Do A Lot Of Cooking Tomorrow And The Bathroom Is All The Way Across The House

    Because You Need To Do A Lot Of Cooking Tomorrow And The Bathroom Is All The Way Across The House

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    #118

    Because Condiments Dispensers Are Classy

    Because Condiments Dispensers Are Classy

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    #119

    Because There's A Skate In My Boot

    Because There's A Skate In My Boot

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    #120

    The Dual Wield Hammer.

    The Dual Wield Hammer.

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    #121

    Aunt's Last Renters Cut A Hole In The Air Duct

    Aunt's Last Renters Cut A Hole In The Air Duct

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    #122

    Shabby Chic Death Trap

    Shabby Chic Death Trap

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    #123

    When Your Butt Needs Cuddles

    When Your Butt Needs Cuddles

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    #124

    Roach Lashes

    Roach Lashes

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    #125

    Angle Grinder Lamp

    Angle Grinder Lamp

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    #126

    Man Laptops Are Getting Hot

    Man Laptops Are Getting Hot

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    #127

    Sand Home Theater

    Sand Home Theater

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    #128

    My Girlfriend's Idea Of A Plant Support

    My Girlfriend's Idea Of A Plant Support

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    #129

    Found This While Jogging. Dude Used More Screws On His House Number Than On The Own House

    Found This While Jogging. Dude Used More Screws On His House Number Than On The Own House

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    #130

    Previous Homeowner Wanted Coax In Every Room

    Previous Homeowner Wanted Coax In Every Room

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    #131

    How My Friend (Who Has A Mechanical Engineering Degree) Installed His Mailbox

    How My Friend (Who Has A Mechanical Engineering Degree) Installed His Mailbox

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    #132

    This Monstrosity At My University

    This Monstrosity At My University

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    #133

    Saw This Walking Home

    Saw This Walking Home

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    #134

    Because You Gave Up Cheese

    Because You Gave Up Cheese

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    #135

    “Frugal And Gorgeous” Who’s Gonna Tell Them?

    “Frugal And Gorgeous” Who’s Gonna Tell Them?

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    #136

    We Built A Double Decker Couch :) But Better Circa 2012 ;)

    We Built A Double Decker Couch :) But Better Circa 2012 ;)

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    #137

    Vegas Masterpiece

    Vegas Masterpiece

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    This Is How I Fixed My Broken Headphones 3 Years Ago

    This Is How I Fixed My Broken Headphones 3 Years Ago

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    #139

    Because Tick Tock On The Clock

    Because Tick Tock On The Clock

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    #140

    "Custom" Wedding Dress For Sale For $1000 On Fb Marketplace?!

    "Custom" Wedding Dress For Sale For $1000 On Fb Marketplace?!

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    #141

    Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good Furniture?

    Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good Furniture?

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    #142

    Put Your Lights Out

    Put Your Lights Out

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    #143

    I’m So Tired Of Seeing This Shit

    I’m So Tired Of Seeing This Shit

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