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Do It Yourself projects allow people to reuse items lying around the house to create something cool instead of throwing them away. However, just because you can DIY anything, it doesn't mean you should. A subreddit with a pretty self-explanatory title (DiWHY) is collecting the worst DIY fails, and they are so dreadfully awful, you might feel like Leonardo Da Vinci after checking these bad ideas out.

Basically, these DIY ideas belong to one of the two groups: a) a DIY project is so bad, it shouldn't exist, to begin with; b) the execution turned out horribly wrong. From leaving a print of your baby's bottom on a bowl to preserving childhood toys like failed biological experiments, some people should really consult others about their latest DIY crafts. Scroll down to review the epic fails and upvote your favorites!

#1

Airbag Accessories

Airbag Accessories

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just a potato
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

*Car suddenly stops* face smashes into cactus

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    #3

    T-Rex Heels

    T-Rex Heels

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    Tracy Skye-Meli
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, how sturdy can they be and can I wear them to church?

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    #4

    What A Beautiful Bowl

    What A Beautiful Bowl

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    #5

    Preserving Those Childhood Memories

    Preserving Those Childhood Memories

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    #6

    Unique Lamp

    Unique Lamp

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    #7

    Now It Looks Cool

    Now It Looks Cool

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    Daniel Losinger
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is actually good. You put it on the wrong list.

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    #8

    Make An Upcycled Hose Rug For An Outdoor Space Using Old Garden Hoses And Zip Ties

    Make An Upcycled Hose Rug For An Outdoor Space Using Old Garden Hoses And Zip Ties

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    #9

    "Upcycled" Knife Block

    "Upcycled" Knife Block

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    #10

    She May Be Trashy But At Least She Recycles

    She May Be Trashy But At Least She Recycles

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    John L
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think I'll reserve judgment until I see what it looks like from the front. ;D

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    #11

    Jean Bag Chair

    Jean Bag Chair

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    John L
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a great Doggie Bed! Just think of all the crotch sniffing going on?! :D

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    #12

    My Baby Skull Desert Roses Are Coming In Pretty Nice

    My Baby Skull Desert Roses Are Coming In Pretty Nice

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    #13

    Just Gonna Leave This Here

    Just Gonna Leave This Here

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    Daniel Losinger
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is actually a good idea because a van is a strong structure and is waterproof.

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    #14

    Just Wait Until The Airbag Pops Out

    Just Wait Until The Airbag Pops Out

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    Hamdhaan Hassan
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    when the airbag comes out it will be all positive energy on your face

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    #15

    Diy Amber Encased Nails

    Diy Amber Encased Nails

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    #16

    Can Someone Explain This One?

    Can Someone Explain This One?

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    #17

    Someone Painted Birch Trees On Their Window

    Someone Painted Birch Trees On Their Window

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    Nadine Ducca
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...partially obscuring the REAL birch trees just outside... (But I think the actual painting looks nice and makes the room cozier.)

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    #18

    Beautiful Wood Paneling

    Beautiful Wood Paneling

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    Heidrance
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    is it wrong that i'm most distracted by the upside down decal?

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    #19

    Just Because You Can Quilt It, Doesn't Mean You Should

    Just Because You Can Quilt It, Doesn't Mean You Should

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    #20

    This Chair Is Upholstered In Old Jeans

    This Chair Is Upholstered In Old Jeans

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    #21

    A Lamp Made From Repurposed Material

    A Lamp Made From Repurposed Material

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    Kimberly Robinson
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoever did that needs to be under the care of a really competent psychiatrist.

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    #22

    Upcycling A Toothpaste Tube

    Upcycling A Toothpaste Tube

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    Pandaman
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if you use it so no one asks for money

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    #23

    Turns Your Hat... Into A Hat!

    Turns Your Hat... Into A Hat!

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    Catori
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So now you can burn your scalp lol

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    #24

    Modern Aesthetic

    Modern Aesthetic

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    #25

    Just Why?

    Just Why?

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    Molly Block
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To go with those tacky upright jeans planters you've seen before.

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    #26

    Stylish

    Stylish

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    #27

    This Monstrosity

    This Monstrosity

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    Daniel Losinger
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I envision a house fire in that person's future.

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    #28

    Someone Was Throwing Away This Custom Lamp. No Idea Why They Didn't Want To Stick With It

    Someone Was Throwing Away This Custom Lamp. No Idea Why They Didn't Want To Stick With It

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    John L
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some cliches never seem to die out, do they? :D

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    #29

    Nothing Quite Like Homemade Peanut M&m's

    Nothing Quite Like Homemade Peanut M&m's

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    Jef Bateman
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Daniel Losinger is right -- it is fake, but it does point out the need for somebody to come up with edible hot glue. Think of the possibilities!

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    #30

    Found On Facebook Marketplace

    Found On Facebook Marketplace

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    John L
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would have made an interesting album cover for Jim Morrison and company.

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    #31

    This Car Covered In Pennies

    This Car Covered In Pennies

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    #32

    If Someone Could Explain This To Us We Would Greatly Appreciate It

    If Someone Could Explain This To Us We Would Greatly Appreciate It

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    #33

    We Asked Our Landlord For A Bigger Table - He Built Us This

    We Asked Our Landlord For A Bigger Table - He Built Us This

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    Teija
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why won't you buy a new table with your own money? Since when has is been landlord's job to buy his/her tenants new furniture?

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    #34

    When You Need Your Pants On Your Feet

    When You Need Your Pants On Your Feet

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    Kristin Connon
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I kinda like the ankle pockets. The look is just, well... I'm sure they have a great personality.

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    #35

    How To Make A Doll Into A Wine Glass In 23 Quick Steps

    How To Make A Doll Into A Wine Glass In 23 Quick Steps

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    Wezbie
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Perfect for drinking the tears of your enemies

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    #36

    How Do You Wash Dishes?

    How Do You Wash Dishes?

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    #37

    Assquatch Sighting On My Facebook Feed!

    Assquatch Sighting On My Facebook Feed!

    krikrilicious Report

    diane a
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "And what is your Profession Sir"? -------Deer-Butt Stuffer

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    #38

    Big Candle

    Big Candle

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    Anouk
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My guess is that it's a nifty way to get rid of a dead body.

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    #39

    CD Rack

    CD Rack

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    #40

    This Bedazzled Midi Control Surface

    This Bedazzled Midi Control Surface

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    #41

    Make A Pair Of Heels With Some Common Household Items!

    Make A Pair Of Heels With Some Common Household Items!

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    #42

    Sweet Door... For Your Door

    Sweet Door... For Your Door

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    Magpie
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What? That cannot even slide because of the handle of the glass door.

    Lyone Fein
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's take a look further up......at the hinge on the glass door.

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    Lara B.
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would be fitting for an old barn turned in to a house, where you just leave some old details. But this looks so out of place in this new building.

    Fbomb
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know, it fits right in with the keycard reader next to it and it's inability to ever be used as an actual door since the other door closer is in the way.

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    Sharon Voorhees
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Old barn doors are very much in style these days. But this is definitely NOT a good placement for it.

    Michelle Dodson
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone didn't really think that through, did they?

    Angela Williams
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    never mind the handle , what about the self closure device at the top of the glass door...sheesh

    Nick P
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An extra level of protection which is of no use.

    Evertzen Danny
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    think the firedoor was the original door? and someone made it "nicer" with an ugly glass door?

    Ehren Thomsen
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was my idea too. The wooden door was the original one, then Management decided to install a conventional door, but they thought the original one was too pretty to be thrown away and kept it as decoration.

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    Sykz
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These posts are hurting my brain.

    marmitejim
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Door closer and handle seem to say it was redundant the moment it was fitted.....

    Michelle Line
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And the arm the closes the door when opened.

    okpkpkp
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was in a house in the early 1970s that had a "hidden room" the guy called it, behind, yes, you read it correctly, an electric garage door.

    Ariadne.bat
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this is photoshopped I saw the barn door on house hunters I think or something else

    Teresa Dougan
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, it almost matches the table

    Jeremy Goodell
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone has a bit too much love for barn doors.

    Barbara Baldwin
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    shabby chic sliding barn door. Very IN right now..

    Tamara Keegan
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When Joanna and Chip takes things a little too far.

    Pat Hege
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just a little privacy please

    Jace
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But it can't close, so it won't help. Also, there will never be a zombie apocalypse.

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    Vicky Zar
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe its decor.... or the left one was first but then they decided to put the right one in

    -LittlePotato-
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A door for a door for a door for a door for a door for a door

    Pedro Purcino
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    to protect something valuable, worth of breaking the glass to steal.

    Romane Rose
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a lock. So no one can get in

    Crazy Cow Lady
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sure the barn door won't slide because of the handle on the other door.

    Achim Peter
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think this will close all the way

    Molly Block
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unusable because of the hinge on the real door.

    Ewelina Szulc
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this is photoshop i saw this diy, she made wood door, in home she hasn't this glass door.

    Graham Nicholls
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can only close the wooden door partially and when the other door is open.

    Elizabeth Lord Cary
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The wooden door will hold the other door open so that people can bypass security

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    #43

    Productive Evening Spent Gluing Dead Things And Doll Parts To Flowers

    Productive Evening Spent Gluing Dead Things And Doll Parts To Flowers

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    #44

    Ever Wanted A Table With Almost No Useable Surface Space That Also Wasn't Level? Bonus, It's Jammed Through The Top Of A Bike That's Held In Place With Plywood Boxes

    Ever Wanted A Table With Almost No Useable Surface Space That Also Wasn't Level? Bonus, It's Jammed Through The Top Of A Bike That's Held In Place With Plywood Boxes

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    #46

    Way More Convenient Than Just Holding The Glass Itself.

    Way More Convenient Than Just Holding The Glass Itself.

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    jazor
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's for drinking hot drinks like tea in clear glasses

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    #47

    Weight Watchers Soda Crocheted Hat

    Weight Watchers Soda Crocheted Hat

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    Fire Bird
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those are like the old Budweiser crocheted hats they had in the 80's or was it 70's, I dont remember.

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    #48

    A Dream Catcher Made Of Dreadlocks

    A Dream Catcher Made Of Dreadlocks

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    Daniel Losinger
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This photo would make a great anti-dug poster.

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    #49

    Severed Barbie Face Pins

    Severed Barbie Face Pins

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    Lex Roberts
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jeez how many sociopaths are on this list!

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    #51

    Just. What Is This? I Mean, I Know They Like Their Handicrafts But... What Is It?

    Just. What Is This? I Mean, I Know They Like Their Handicrafts But... What Is It?

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    #52

    Hang In There!

    Hang In There!

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    #53

    Turquoae Encrusted

    Turquoae Encrusted

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    Beeps
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seeing that your family is very proud of it, maybe you best keep it.

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