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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!

#6

Unique Lamp

Unique Lamp

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Alison Meyer
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

missed the opportunity to make it out of sunglasses and call it lamp shades

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Rubee Tubesteak
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't hate this...it would be pretty cool hanging in an opticians office.

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Crazy Cow Lady
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are so many people in third world countries that could have benefited from those glasses.

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Sky
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kind of cool if you don’t look at it too closely.

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Chris Pitch
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Will be good for Sia if she can not see properly while swinging around.

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metalheavy
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Of all the hideous things in that apartment, this lamp is the least hideous (and pretty cool tbh).

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Diane Lloyd
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That was my first impression as well. As others mentioned though, it would look great in an optician's office. It kind of grows on you. I love someone's idea to do it with sunglasses and call it lamp shades!

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Kevin Braid
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

on the fence on this one lol, would be nice if we also had a pic of it switched on at night etc

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Julie Lynn
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's one way to see in the dark... no matter what type of vision you have.

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Shanna Norton
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reminds me of Auschwitz or something Ilse Koch “The Witch of Buchenwald would have made for her home along with her skin lamp shades.

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Michelle Dodson
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My office is a sublet from a local company's fulfillment house. There's a huge chandelier in the warehouse made entirely of .220 brass bullet casings.

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Deneille Smith
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The library finally found a use for all the glasses left behind! Yay

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Karen Drucks
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

would be better to donate used glasses to people who need then and can not afford them........

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Linda Hixon
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish now that I'd saved all those glasses from all those years

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Mary Sadler
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not the worst. I'd like to see the light reflect through all those lenses.

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Connie Martin
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tolerable only if all the glasses have been through a thorough steam cleaning first. Otherwise....have you seen how crusty and gummy some people's glasses are with .... organic materials?

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Cheryl Weldon
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm not a nerdy nerd but I think it would have the same reaction as a magnifying glass in the sun

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Joanna Amaral
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Its actually a good Idea If you have 100 pair of glasses hanging around.

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Peter Hogan
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this reminds me a little to much of what I saw in a room in Auschwitz.

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Eamonn Anderson
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this probably costs more than an actual chandelier considering glasses prices these days

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Judy Daniels
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think it's kind of creepy. Reminds me of the old glasses collection boxes the Lions organization put out in supermarkets, they were all so dirty.

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Christine Cameron
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Should def be a prop in the upcoming film "Where'd You Go Bernadette!" (the lead character is an architect who remodels a derelict eyeglasses factory into a beautiful home).

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Kaylee
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Week already you won't have to buy glasses ever again

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Daniela-Iulia Balaciu
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it''s good, no one will break glasses, or find the reason not to work by forgetting them home, now, when they leave home they will just hang their glasses

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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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#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
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6 years ago DotsCreated 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
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6 years ago DotsCreated 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
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6 years ago DotsCreated 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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#17

Someone Painted Birch Trees On Their Window

Someone Painted Birch Trees On Their Window

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Nadine Ducca
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6 years ago DotsCreated 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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#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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#22

Upcycling A Toothpaste Tube

Upcycling A Toothpaste Tube

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#23

Turns Your Hat... Into A Hat!

Turns Your Hat... Into A Hat!

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#25

Just Why?

Just Why?

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Molly Block
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6 years ago DotsCreated 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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#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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#29

Nothing Quite Like Homemade Peanut M&m's

Nothing Quite Like Homemade Peanut M&m's

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Jef Bateman
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6 years ago DotsCreated 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
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6 years ago DotsCreated 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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#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
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6 years ago DotsCreated 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
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6 years ago DotsCreated 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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#37

Assquatch Sighting On My Facebook Feed!

Assquatch Sighting On My Facebook Feed!

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6 years ago DotsCreated 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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#40

This Bedazzled Midi Control Surface

This Bedazzled Midi Control Surface

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#42

Sweet Door... For Your Door

Sweet Door... For Your Door

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Magpie
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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

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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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#47

Weight Watchers Soda Crocheted Hat

Weight Watchers Soda Crocheted Hat

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Fire Bird
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6 years ago DotsCreated 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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#49

Severed Barbie Face Pins

Severed Barbie Face Pins

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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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#53

Turquoae Encrusted

Turquoae Encrusted

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6 years ago DotsCreated 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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