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Do-it-yourself (DIY) projects have become increasingly popular in recent years, with more people discovering the joys of creating their own handmade creations from the comfort of home. Instagram has allowed DIYers to take this trend even further, giving them a platform to share unique projects with their followers and inspiring others to get creative. DIYers on Instagram share their latest and creative projects that range from interior design to party decor and custom gifts for others. These DIY influencers on Instagram give thousands of followers inspiration and encourage them through detailed tutorials so that they too can create and craft something on their own.

Top DIY Influencers sharing their creativity on Instagram

Ashley Basnight

Ashley is a woodworker who runs the Handmade Haven blog. She’s been interested in DIY projects since she was a child, and now she uses her skills to break stereotypes and empower women. The Oklahoma City-based influencer uses Instagram to show off her projects, from DIY desks and shoe cabinets to clocks and leather headboards. More than 249K followers look to her for inspiration.

Rachel Mae Smith

Anyone who wants to incorporate bright colors into their DIY projects should look to Rachel Mae Smith for inspiration. The Michigan-based influencer is the blogger behind The Crafted Life, a site that offers tutorials on everything from tinsel ornaments to confetti shoes. Her Instagram account has a photo collection of impressive crafts and colorful scenes. She is also the author of the “Hello Color: 25 Bright Ideas for DIY Decor” and enjoys adding color to the feeds of more than 52.1K followers.

Kara Whitten

This influencer also infuses her projects with an array of bright, energetic colors. Kara is a Texas-based DIY influencer who launched the Kailo Chic brand in 2005. The brand offers home and party decor, including garlands, wrapping paper and party favors. On social media, Whitten shares DIY tutorials on how to make similar decorations for your next party. You can find more tutorials on her blog, A Kailo Chic Life.

Elsie Larson and Emma Chapman

Sisters Elsie and Emma co-own the lifestyle company A Beautiful Mess. The brand offers a mix of decor, recipes and style suggestions. You’ll also find crafts that revolve around sewing, jewelry, plants, home decor, and photo books. You can see plenty of examples of their handiwork on the company’s Instagram account. However, the sisters each have their own accounts, which offer glimpses into their personal lives and separate projects.

Renee Day

The next influencer is a California native who sees lots of potential in simple supplies like acrylic paint, colored pencils and gel pens. Renee is the woman behind thediyday, a site for art lovers and DIY enthusiasts. She shares tutorials for projects like personalized calendars and holiday cards. Day is also the author of “Creative Journaling,” which gives readers insights into more than 100 artistic techniques.

Brittany Jepsen

Interior designer Brittany has gained a large following by sharing ideas on her blog, The House That Lars Built. Many of her decor projects can beautify your home with a colorful and seasonal aesthetic. However, her posts don’t just focus on interior design. She also has some fashion ideas for readers to try out. Check out her new episode of “In With The Old” on the Magnolia channel.

Erica Domesek

Erica founded P.S.- I Made This…, a brand and website that focuses on DIY food, beauty and fashion projects. Many of the recipes she offers have a seasonal twist, and they’re always creative and colorful. She also uses social media to show off her fashion and decor ingenuity. Domesek is the author of two books: “P.S. – I Made This…” and “P.S.- You’re Invited…” This DIY influencer has also appeared on shows like “Rachael Ray” and “The Martha Stewart Show” and featured in publications like Elle, Glamour and Vogue.

Ben Uyeda

If you’re on the hunt for DIY furniture ideas, Ben has plenty of creative suggestions. He founded HomeMade Modern, a brand that specializes in durable yet sustainable furniture. Ben posts DIY tutorials for projects like copper benches, loft beds, decks with LED lights, woodwork furniture, and concrete chairs. You’ll even find content on how to build a shipping container house. For more ideas from Uyeda, his followers can look for his book, “HomeMade Modern: Smart DIY Designs for a Stylish Home.” The successful designer also has a TEDx talk that his 337k followers enjoy.

Sam Ushiro

Sam is an industrial designer and self-proclaimed donut aficionado. Her lifestyle blog, Aww Sam, offers DIY content for fashion, home and party decor, baked goods and gifts. Sam offers her followers insight into her retro style with a modern twist. She also posts plenty of images of her in wacky costumes that might inspire designers.

Lindsay Dean

Known for being one of the most popular home decor DIYers on Instagram, Lindsay has gained a large following by sharing her journey decorating all of her four family homes. As she shares her favorite styles and passion for changing interior design from a builder basic to fancy, Lindsay has gained more than 1.3M followers.

Jarrod Rickard

Not all DIY influencers on Instagram share fashion, home, and cooking content, and Jarrod is here to show just that. Jarrod is known on Instagram for crafting cocktails for more than 125K followers and for his easy-to-follow tutorials. His tutorials show his followers they, too, can create fun and delicious cocktails at home all on their own.

Mayra Aguilar

Mayra takes to Instagram to share her creative talents as a teacher and mentor for those looking to learn how to craft themselves. The DIY Instagram influencer uses her popular platform to showcase her talents for creating glittery tumblers, stickers, and designs. From custom names to university tumblers, Mayra shares it all with more than 51.5K followers.

Emily Haufler

As a DIY home and design influencer, Emily shares her passion for updating her home with over 260K followers. Emily focuses on updating her ’70s style-ranch home one room at a time and takes her follower along for the ride. From tips, tutorials and the occasional gardening post, Emily shares it all.

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