Ever seen those "Trust me, I'm an engineer" memes? Well, now we know where they got their inspiration from.

We're all guilty of a little DIY now and again. Sometimes it works. Sometimes it doesn't. And sometimes it's just plain disastrous. But when it isn't TOO disastrous, it can often be pretty funny. Which is why Bored Panda have compiled this list of amusingly creative DIY solutions to pesky everyday problems. So take a look at the pictures below. You might just find a good way to fix something. Or you'll discover the best way NOT to do things. Either way, it's probably best if you don't try these at home. But if you have already then feel free to send us your pictures!

#2

Roommate Punched A Hole In His Door. I Fixed It

Roommate Punched A Hole In His Door. I Fixed It

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#3

Never Drop A Book On The Bath Again. My 8-Year-Old Daughter's Invention

Never Drop A Book On The Bath Again. My 8-Year-Old Daughter's Invention

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Arty
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the book doesn't seem already totally drenched...no no

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#4

Don't Have The Money To Fix It? Improvise!

Don't Have The Money To Fix It? Improvise!

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#5

Wanted To Watch The Game On Tv. Didn't Have An Adaptor

Wanted To Watch The Game On Tv. Didn't Have An Adaptor

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#6

So My Son Fixed Our Shower

So My Son Fixed Our Shower

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#7

Not The Worst Way To Hold Up A Graphics Card

Not The Worst Way To Hold Up A Graphics Card

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#8

My Dad's Solution When A Control Knob Broke Off In My Car

My Dad's Solution When A Control Knob Broke Off In My Car

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#9

Trust Me I Am An Engineer

Trust Me I Am An Engineer

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GibberintDark
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I did something similar with a fork in a drill... You can imagine the results... took ages too clean the ceiling...!!

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#10

Being Resourceful

Being Resourceful

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#11

Left Side Mirror Broken Off? No Problem

Left Side Mirror Broken Off? No Problem

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TroJan
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

what if I need to use the mirror AND comb my hair at the same time?

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#12

There, I Fixed It

There, I Fixed It

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KamalSIMOU
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When it's ON it's gonna look like a scarecrow waving :D

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#14

Why Not

Why Not

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#15

The Button On The Dishwasher Broke And Had To Be Held In Place To Do A Wash Cycle, Like Hell Was I Going To Stand There Holding It

The Button On The Dishwasher Broke And Had To Be Held In Place To Do A Wash Cycle, Like Hell Was I Going To Stand There Holding It

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MelodyLanzatella
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Okay, but what is going on with the washer/dryer there?? It's missing glass!

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#16

That's One Way To Fix Your Headlight

That's One Way To Fix Your Headlight

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dkekesi
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The indicator is the most ingenious. Even the color matches.

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#17

You Got To Be Kidding

You Got To Be Kidding

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SarahBooth
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When you're broke and must make do to keep the rain and cold out.

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#18

This Guy Just Printed Out A Headlight

This Guy Just Printed Out A Headlight

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#20

Trust Me, I'm An Engineer

Trust Me, I'm An Engineer

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TaaraPantera
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Single-handedly keeping the corn syrup business afloat too...

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#21

I Guess That Is One Way To Fix A Bike

I Guess That Is One Way To Fix A Bike

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#22

My Little Cousin Broke A Plate And Tried To Hide It From My Aunt

My Little Cousin Broke A Plate And Tried To Hide It From My Aunt

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#23

My Girlfriend Broke The Water Filter, So I Fixed It. Nailed It!

My Girlfriend Broke The Water Filter, So I Fixed It. Nailed It!

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#24

That Should Fix It

That Should Fix It

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#25

Probably That's Why Women Live Longer Than Men

Probably That's Why Women Live Longer Than Men

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KamalSIMOU
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He doesn't have to worry, cauz the other guy is holding the ladder

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#26

Hot Water Fix

Hot Water Fix

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#27

I Found The Other Iphone Speakers Lacking Something, So I Made This

I Found The Other Iphone Speakers Lacking Something, So I Made This

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#28

Trust Me, I'm An Engineer

Trust Me, I'm An Engineer

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#29

So My Laptop Broke Just When I Needed It Most

So My Laptop Broke Just When I Needed It Most

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#30

Creativity Level Over 9000

Creativity Level Over 9000

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Martin_D35
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just don't drive too close behind him on the highway.

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#31

My Nephew Accidentally Knocked The Head Off Of Santa. My Mom Fixed It

My Nephew Accidentally Knocked The Head Off Of Santa. My Mom Fixed It

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#32

Seems Legit

Seems Legit

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#33

Fixed It

Fixed It

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#35

Our Blender Broke, Time To Improvise

Our Blender Broke, Time To Improvise

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CaroleDose
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And it takes only two men to make it work...amazing! :P LOL

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#36

My Girlfriend "Needs" To Wear This Bra Tonight And The Dryer Is Broken

My Girlfriend "Needs" To Wear This Bra Tonight And The Dryer Is Broken

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#37

Why The Apple? Core Strength. Trust Me I'm An Engineer

Why The Apple? Core Strength. Trust Me I'm An Engineer

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#38

Painter's Tape And A Fan Are All That's Keeping This Desktop From Overheating

Painter's Tape And A Fan Are All That's Keeping This Desktop From Overheating

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LaísSantos
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If it looks stupid but it works, than it's not that stupid.

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#39

Airplane Passenger Spots Worker Fixing Jet Engine With Tape Before Take-off

Airplane Passenger Spots Worker Fixing Jet Engine With Tape Before Take-off

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Arty
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

already said several times, time is not habitual tape but really made for this purpose, nothing to fear ;)

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#40

The Light In Our Building's Elevator Has Been Broken For A Few Days. Now Management's Finally

The Light In Our Building's Elevator Has Been Broken For A Few Days. Now Management's Finally

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#41

One Rca Barrel Short

One Rca Barrel Short

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#43

Trust Me, I'm An Engineer

Trust Me, I'm An Engineer

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#44

Trust Me, I'm An Engineer

Trust Me, I'm An Engineer

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Chubstep
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

if ur an engineer, then im mickey mouse

#45

Trust Me, I'm An Engineer

Trust Me, I'm An Engineer

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JimVerbruggen
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Idk something about this one stinks.

#46

Creative Solution

Creative Solution

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Patricia Massiwer
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6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The sad thing is that this isn't the first time I've seen this done...

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#47

My Laptop Screen Hinges Gave Out. I Came Up With This Fix

My Laptop Screen Hinges Gave Out. I Came Up With This Fix

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#48

I Hope This Is Not A Surgeon's Car

I Hope This Is Not A Surgeon's Car

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KaylaPerez
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, the answers to the problem ZIPTIE 'EM SON!

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#49

Diy Bike Handle

Diy Bike Handle

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Chubstep
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The Nintendo bike. compatible with DS

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#50

Half Redneck And Half Soccer Mom?

Half Redneck And Half Soccer Mom?

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AllanRich
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

El Camino? Ranchero? No, we got the El Vanchero! ;)

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#51

Brilliant!

Brilliant!

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dkekesi
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aaaaand it's replaceable in case you get bored with the design.

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#52

You Need To Keep That Laptop Cool Somehow

You Need To Keep That Laptop Cool Somehow

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Aswini
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I used to do the same with my old laptop. But instead of that box, I'll use my Digital Signals book.

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#53

Daddy Will Fix This

Daddy Will Fix This

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CassieWilliams
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The duct tape is not on the baby, it's just holding the pull-ups together. They separate at the sides, but this pair looks a bit small for the child wearing them, so you improvise and they work fine. I've done this before in a pinch when we were given a pair from another parent that were just a tad small for my child.

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#54

Broke One Of The Rings On My Shower Curtain Today. Here Is My Life Hack

Broke One Of The Rings On My Shower Curtain Today. Here Is My Life Hack

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#55

The Power Button On The Tv Broke. This Is How My Dad Fixed It

The Power Button On The Tv Broke. This Is How My Dad Fixed It

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#56

I Fixed It

I Fixed It

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#57

Buddy Just Macgyvered His Daughter's Broken Laptop

Buddy Just Macgyvered His Daughter's Broken Laptop

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ninjoun
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She doesn't seem to give a crap as long as facebook is on LOL.

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#58

It Does The Job

It Does The Job

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JimVerbruggen
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