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50 Times People Were So Proud Of Something They Made, They Just Had To Share It (New Pics)
As Charles Bukowski said, "If you're going to try, go all the way." Whether that's woodworking, knitting, or some other endeavor, dedicating yourself not only sets you up for success but also allows you to find happiness and satisfaction in the journey.
Plus, focusing on the process will automatically bring results. And when it does, take pride in what you've achieved. But if you need inspiration to grow your self-esteem, let us introduce the subreddit 'Something I Made' — it has 2.9 million members who regularly share their best DIY projects.
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#1
I Made This With A Ballpen
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#2
Needle Felted Dog Made By Me 🤗
Finding a leisure activity you love isn't just fun. It can also improve your well-being.
Researchers combed through five large studies involving more than 93,000 people across 16 countries (including the United States, Japan, China, and a dozen European countries) and published a meta-analysis in Nature Medicine, suggesting that having a hobby is good for your health, mood, and more.
#3
Little Jaguar Sculpture I Made! This Was Carved In Wood And Then Decorated With Thousands Of Crystal Beads, This Art Form Is Native To My Country, Called Huichol Art
#4
Acrylic Painting I Made Of My Friend's Late Cat. Rip Clyde
#5
I Made A Triple Bunk Bed For My Kids
Knitting Panda 9 months ago
My sisters and I slept in triple bunk beds made by our dad. They weren't one third as cool as these, though.
The participants they looked at were ages 65 or older, and more than 60% had long-standing mental or physical health conditions.
People periodically answered questionnaires about their health and well-being and were followed for four to eight years.
#6
I Carved A Xoloizcuintle In Wood And Painted It With Colorful Details! What Do You Think?
#7
Hand Embroidered Purse Parrot By Me
#8
I Hope You Like My Paintings
#9
Just Finished A Batch Of Leather Bags - My Hands Feel Like They Went Through A Meat Grinder
Compared with people who didn't have hobbies, those who did reported better health, more happiness, fewer symptoms of depression, and higher overall life satisfaction. Plus, the findings were similar across all countries.
#10
A Guiding Star Necklace I Made With Pigment So It Absorbs Light To Emit Light
#11
Men’s Purple Leather Loafers I Made For My Client
#12
This Piece Took 350 Hours And Tells The Story Of Me Leaving Religion, Becoming An Addict, Attempting Suicide, Living In A Shelter, And Finally Finding Myself. All Through Symbolism
#13
Cheetah Sculpture I Made
It's worth highlighting that the study is observational and doesn't prove that hobbies directly make people healthier and happier, but the researchers say that activities such as arts and crafts, games, gardening, volunteering, or participating in clubs involve creativity, sensory engagement, self-expression, relaxation, and cognitive stimulation, which are linked to good mental health and well-being.
#14
I Made Little Elf Dudes!
#15
Crochet Apple Cardigan With Matching Hat
#16
Check Out This Custom Needle Felted Dog I Just Finished!!!
auggie_long 9 months ago
Those are absolutely beautiful! Do you take requests? I'd love one of my dog that passed
#17
Jaguar Sculpture I Made! This Was Carved In Wood And Then Decorated With Thousands Of Crystal Beads, This Art Form Is Native To My Country, Called Huichol Art
Not to mention that taking part in hobby groups, even if it's a subreddit like 'Something I Made' keeps you socially connected, which helps reduce loneliness and isolation.
For more cool pictures from this online community, fire up our earlier publications on it here and here.
#18
I’ve Been Crocheting Bird Hats. Here’s The First 2. A Raven And An Owl. I’m Really Tempted To Try A Cockatoo.🤣
#19
New Sweater And 🐻 Hand Knit (Christmas Gift For My Friend)
#20
My Daughters "Sally Witch" Costume I Crocheted
#22
Fox Made Of Cotton Wool, By Me
#23
Finally Cold Enough For Long Swooshy Skirts! (Skirt And Blouse Made And Patterned By Me)
#24
Been Busy Embroidering These Custom Toebeans 🐾🫘
#25
How It Feels To Be The Child Of A Hoarder. I Drew This With A Pen I Found On The Ground And A Pencil, I'm Very New So I Know It Isn't Amazing But I Had Fun Making It
#26
I Made This American Girl Doll Size Kitchen Out Of Baltic Birch Plywood
#27
Which Alpaca Is Your Favorite?
#28
I Carved A Pair Of Northern Cardinals Out Of Basswood
MrsFettesVette 9 months ago
I absolutely love cardinals, we have two mated pairs in our yard, named Brenda and Dylan and Donna and David- Brenda and Dylan are much bigger and we think a little older. My husband and I are obsessed with them, we make up little stories about them.
PopscotchM 9 months ago (edited)
Now you just need to crack it open and inhale the green slime inside (I'm sorry)
#29
I Made An Engagement Ring Box For My Girlfriend! (She Said Yes :)
#30
I Made A Lot Of Dandelion Spheres To Create Pendants
#31
My Husband Made Our Daughter's Cot Using Our Wedding Arch For The Back!
#32
Just Finished This Drawing. What Would Be Your Interpretation Of It?
#33
My Daughter Made This
#34
Portrait I Tufted Of My Late Friend Jerry, Rip🖤
#35
I Made A Christmas Centerpiece For My Kitchen Table
#36
I Made This To Celebrate Two Years Off Alcohol
#37
What’s Your Honest Opinion Of My Work? Brutal Criticism Welcome
#38
I Make Naturally Dyed Bags. I Call This Colour Blueberry Milk!
#39
Watercolour And Ink Paintings Of Fairytales In My Style :)
#40
I Crocheted A Kid Friendly Tic-Tac-Toe 😊
blixten1982 9 months ago
I've never heard someone refer to a "Kid Friendly" version of Tic-Tac-Toe but I have to assume it's the contrasting version to the Adults Only Tic-Tac-Toe.
#41
I've Been Making These Signs To Turn My Garden Into A Botanical Garden. Hand Drawn, Laser Engraved
The.Butterfly.Effect.530 9 months ago
I just got into pyrography. Granted mine don't come out this well, but I'm not a laser.
#42
I Made These Ceramic Cups!!!
#43
I Made A Dress To Wear On Stage!
#44
I Transform An Old Hoodie To An “Haute Couture” Hoodie By Hand Embroidery. How Do You Guys Think? Thank You
#45
Very Elaborate Painting Of This Belgian Tervuren Shepherd (No Im Not Taking Criticism)
#46
My 15 Yo Daughter Has Been Perfecting This Recipe For Several Months. I Don’t Think They Could Get Any Better. I Am So Proud Of Her
#47
I Made Tiny Bound Books! What Should I Do With Them?
#48
Spent Hours Over Days Crocheting This Beanie For My Boyfriend. I Was So Excited To Give It To Him. Guess I Got The Measurements Wrong 🤷🏻♀️
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WindySwede 9 months ago
This is what we need BP 👍not any celeb gossip! Tell your bosses that! 🙃
Bored Birgit 9 months ago
You are all so talented. It's a pleasure to enjoy your art. Thank you!
pasej41913@bustayes.com 9 months ago
I'm sure no one cares, but I made a weather crystal display that changes color based on the temperature outside which it gets from the internet. Cooler temperatures =cooler colors and warmer temperatures = warmer colors. And when it's snowing or raining, it pulses slowly to let you know at a glance. IwTSV4r.jpg 
pasej41913@bustayes.com 9 months ago
I'm sure no one cares, but I made a steampunk faux potato clock for a friend. OewZeuK.jpeg 
Mike F 9 months ago
It had me going till I (finally) read the description!
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Dnd Panda (she/her) 9 months ago
I don’t know if this counts; I painted a miniature and my phone recognized it as a face immediately
pasej41913@bustayes.com 9 months ago (edited)
I'm sure no one cares, but I made a working drive in theater once that showed movies and advertisements. oscVZxq.jpeg 
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https://i.imgur.com/TOHHpN0.jpeg
Mike F 9 months ago
I remember that picture! The drive-in was the place when I was in my upper teens. Nice job!
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Probably A bOoK nErD 9 months ago
Yes we need more creative posts like this. They make my heart feel lighter and more inspired
WindySwede 9 months ago
This is what we need BP 👍not any celeb gossip! Tell your bosses that! 🙃
Bored Birgit 9 months ago
You are all so talented. It's a pleasure to enjoy your art. Thank you!
pasej41913@bustayes.com 9 months ago
I'm sure no one cares, but I made a weather crystal display that changes color based on the temperature outside which it gets from the internet. Cooler temperatures =cooler colors and warmer temperatures = warmer colors. And when it's snowing or raining, it pulses slowly to let you know at a glance. IwTSV4r.jpg
pasej41913@bustayes.com 9 months ago
I'm sure no one cares, but I made a steampunk faux potato clock for a friend. OewZeuK.jpeg
Mike F 9 months ago
It had me going till I (finally) read the description!
Load More Replies... Dnd Panda (she/her) 9 months ago
I don’t know if this counts; I painted a miniature and my phone recognized it as a face immediately
pasej41913@bustayes.com 9 months ago (edited)
I'm sure no one cares, but I made a working drive in theater once that showed movies and advertisements. oscVZxq.jpeg dOL50BR.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/TOHHpN0.jpeg
Mike F 9 months ago
I remember that picture! The drive-in was the place when I was in my upper teens. Nice job!
Load More Replies... Probably A bOoK nErD 9 months ago
Yes we need more creative posts like this. They make my heart feel lighter and more inspired
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