Taking on a DIY project with no experience can be a daunting prospect - lack of confidence is the reason most don't get off the starting block. But what if you did give it go? Where could it lead you? If fear is holding you back, read on - these industry experts and influencers all started from scratch, yet have achieved success in their renovation journeys (albeit with some bumps along the way). The one thing they all agree on? They don't regret taking the DIY plunge.
1 Rachel Verney (@the_shoestring_home) tackled tiling for her first attempt at DIY
'Rather than waiting for my dream period home, I decided to do whatever made us happy in our current home, which started with a faux fireplace! Most of the small budget went on wood to build the stud wall for the recess. We sourced a bargain iron fireplace from eBay and a surround that was being chucked out. My other half, Jon, and his family are handy, so I always have them to learn from. I'd never tiled before, so the hearth was scary, but I loved it. I never thought I could do something like that. Now I will try most DIY jobs, but I'm still a beginner and Jon often has to help! Since then I have painted, wallpapered and upcycled furniture, and recently stencilled my patio. I have loved learning new skills and I hope to be able to keep on growing in confidence.'
2 'When you break these projects down, the individual elements are manageable'
Melissa Ritchie (@littleterracedhouse) created a window seat for a bay window
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'Every room is now a riot of colour and pattern'
Seeing the potential to add artistic flair to a blank canvas, Tarah Ferguson and Scott Underwood made this house their own with daring prints and bold shades
'I love schemes brought to life with texture'
After the initial shock at the size of the renovation needed wore off, Lisa Rees got to work revamping her 1920s home, first tackling the issues and then making it her own
'We've got every detail exactly how we want it'
Having always wanted to live by the coast, Jessica Collins took on a project property in Hove and did a top-to-bottom overhaul, filling it with happy hues and clever design ideas
'A bargain bookcase hack made all the difference'
Wanting a bespoke look without the price tag, Salma and Stuart Chatto DlYed their own built-in cabinetry, giving their space a playful, individual feel
'We've made the most of every inch of space'
With a blended family of six, Laurie Hale has maximised every opportunity for storage in her compact home without sacrificing on style
'I'm obsessed with all things vintage and floral'
After extending to create a spacious forever home, Laura Turner went for a modern, budget-friendly take on the country look with pretty bloom prints and upcycled furniture
I'm getting braver with each room makeover'
After initially decorating quickly, Katherine Woodcock has enjoyed returning to each room to give her home a bold refresh as her design confidence has grown
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