Disclosure: Written in collaboration with DIYZ. Though I have been compensated for this post, all opinions are my own.

There is something truly satisfying about completing a project around the house on your own. Deciding to do it yourself to save money, or even just because you can. The gathering of tools and supplies, researching the how-to, working hard, and then stepping back and enjoying the fruits of your labor…All of that can actually be fun. When I hear someone talking about their latest DIY project, I get inspired. I love wandering around on the internet in search of projects that I can do to improve my home and/or yard. I have hundreds of bookmarked projects. (That’s not an exaggeration.) Each one somehow inspired me. Some are harder than others, and only a fraction of them have a chance of ever being attempted. But even just the inspiration is important. It feeds my fidgety brain and encourages me to simply DO SOMETHING. There are times when I’m inspired to attempt a project right away, and sometimes it pushes me to complete a different project, so that latest inspiration can move up on the list.

Enter a new influencer to my project list… The #DIYZ app. You’re wondering, “ Can a do-it-yourself app really be inspiring?” Yes! The project list alone is enough actually. There are home improvements like replacing kitchen counter tops, and building a window seat, along with garden jobs like installing a pond and building raised flower beds. The #DIYZ library includes some simple maintenance tasks like changing door locks and repairing a toilet flush valve. But there are also fun projects like a Disney themed garden bench and a beer caddy (one of those I had to have right away, you guess which one – keep reading for the answer). For me, the inspiration comes not just from the list, but how every project is complete, in description, instructions, materials and tools lists, along with segmented videos for each step. You can even order some of the supplies AND tools direct from Amazon within the app. Imagine tackling a project without having to go the hardware store at all, let alone 3 or 9 times! If you get stuck along the way, or just need some help getting started, you can talk to a Pro Advisor directly! Free! (The app is always free and for a limited time, the video chat feature is free!) You can share real-time photos of your progress and get pointers and tips from the Pro Advisor right there with your image. Several projects in the growing library within the app have already made their way to my “I’m gonna do that” list. Mundane tasks like repairing cracked plaster walls and installing a USB outlet, and some much cooler ones like building a table top sandbox, and a beer caddy! (They had me at beer!)

So… I have a new creative tool obsession. I can find a way to use it for just about any project. It was easy for this one… instead of using traditional wood cutting saws, I took the measurements from the DIYZ app beer caddy, along with some scrap 1/2”, 1/4” and 1/8” plywood, and cut them with a LASER(!) at a local makerspace. (And I just had to add a couple of embellishments.) Then right back to the app steps of sanding and assembly.

A pile o’ parts.

What do you think? I’m ready to cart beer to the pool deck, to the neighbors, and to parties with friends and family!

Ta da! Just add beer!

Check out the DIYZ app and get inspired. See what other #DIYZGuys are up to on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. Let DIYZ help you #GetWise while you save money vs. hiring a professional, AND still get help from a professional! What project do you want to accomplish? Share your DIY success, or horror, stories with us!