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DIY content ideas from 170 viral TikToks & Reels

Step-by-step tutorials, material calculators, and project planners for crafts, repairs, and home improvement.

The image shows a close-up shot of several cylindrical sections of bamboo arranged together. The bamboo segments are primarily beige and brown with some darker shading indicating textures and variations. A bright-green rectangular text bubble with white text that reads "OP?" is superimposed over the bamboo.

x12.0

606,468 views

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A close-up shot showcasing two handmade orange pumpkin decorations with a white background. One pumpkin is centered in the foreground with hands holding it, while another is slightly behind. The pumpkins are crafted from what appears to be orange fabric. The stems are made of a twisted brown material and green leaves are attached for decoration. The words "はい、完成" are in black Japanese script at the top with several emojis.

x7.14

15,661 views

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The cover image shows a close-up of motorcycle handlebars with the brake lever and controls visible. The foreground features the black brake lever, while other black controls and metallic components are visible, with a blurred background. The lighting is neutral, focusing attention on the mechanical details.

x6.96

14,672 views

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The image is a split screen. The top half shows a crafting setup with blue molds being filled with a white liquid. The bottom half features a man wearing glasses and a black hat. He has headphones on. The background appears to be a workshop or similar. The text overlay is in Spanish and placed below the crafting setup, directly above the face of the man.

x7.17

839,534 views

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The image shows a split-screen layout. The top half shows a white bowl containing a grey, thick substance, possibly cement or a similar material. The substance is being mixed with a hand. The bottom half displays a man wearing glasses, a black hat, and headphones. He is speaking into a microphone.

x42.4

4,966,872 views

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The image displays a tree trunk with red rain boots attached to it, creating a geocache. The boots are mounted on a wooden board and appear to be part of a geocaching setup hidden in plain sight. The surrounding environment includes green grass and the background is blurred.

x3.90

38,677 views

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A woman with glasses smiles inside a partially constructed outdoor kitchen. The scene is warm-toned, with a brick oven and wooden structures. Overlay text reads 'MY MEXICAN OUTDOOR KITCHEN REVEAL'

x102

364,102 views

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A person is sitting in front of a laptop, the screen displaying several black-and-white images. A hand with manicured nails is resting on the trackpad. Text overlays the top, and the background is a neutral wall, suggesting an indoor setting.

x12.6

53,038 views

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An open scrapbook is displayed, filled with photos and ephemera from a trip to Italy. A large text overlay reads 'this is your sign to scrapbook it'. The background is a white brick wall.

x598

534,651 views

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A woman with brown hair styled with braids and a green barrette is in front of a brown cardboard backdrop. She wears a green t-shirt with yellow patches. Text in the bottom center of the image reads "part 2" in white letters with a green gradient background.

x30.8

1,312,189 views

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A person, viewed from the back, stands in front of a miniature purple house, painting it with pink accents. The backdrop features a light blue sky with white puffy clouds and green shrubbery. The person, dressed in a pink top and red skirt, is holding a brush applying paint to the house’s roof. Pink heart cutouts are affixed to the house. The scene is set against a gradient backdrop.

x2.22

94,538 views

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A close-up shot of HVAC equipment, specifically a condenser unit. The unit is composed of multiple sections, with a large rectangular base in a green-gray color and a stacked, metal-paneled structure on top. An orange control element is visible with the word "OPEN" on a metal panel. Wiring and pipes extend from the unit, suggesting an installation or maintenance context. The background suggests an attic environment, with exposed beams and dark shadows.

x103

52,871 views

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The image shows a person standing next to a minivan, with a large green tarp draped over the back of the vehicle, creating a makeshift tent. Text in Japanese is vertically aligned on the left side of the tarp, and the Lemon8 logo is in the lower right corner.

x4.15

7,482 views

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A miniature dollhouse scene is presented. The interior walls are pink, and the set is furnished with miniature furniture. The primary elements include a pink doll figurine, a yellow couch, and a decorative strip with alternating pink and yellow stripes.

x4.55

193,868 views

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The image is taken from an overhead perspective. A green, artificial grass mat covers the majority of the frame. The bottom of the image shows a green background with the words "part 2" in white text. Two hands, belonging to what appears to be a person, are visible in the upper portion of the image reaching down to the green turf. The hands are touching the turf, seemingly holding the material flat. In the background, at the top, there's a pink surface, possibly a table or a mat, with a partial view of a blue element on the left side.

x9.27

394,908 views

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The cover image shows two people in a bedroom setting, each holding large white pieces of paper. The person on the left is a male wearing a blue jacket and headband, while the person on the right is a female wearing a pink shirt. The background features beds, a dresser, and a wall lit with pink and blue neon lighting. On the bottom of the image is textual information overlaid onto it.

x2.59

110,464 views

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The cover image displays a custom wallpaper design featuring two side-by-side lock screen and home screen mockups for a phone. Each screen shows cartoon versions of Nick Wilde, a fox, and Judy Hopps, a rabbit, set against a blurred cityscape background. The lock screen image has Nick dressed in a tuxedo, while the home screen has Judy in a dress. The display includes date and time stamps. The image is set against a black background.

x3.39

19,093 views

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A woman with long blonde hair smiles while holding two small boxes, one with a picture of Harry Potter. The boxes are in front of a white sign that says 'ORLANDO IRL: CUTIE CUFF UNBOXING'. Above the woman's head are the words 'CUTIE CUFF OPENING' in a white script.

x6.67

6,351 views

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A woman with long reddish-brown hair and a white headband is seen looking down at a scrapbook, holding it open towards the viewer. The scrapbook has pictures and other embellishments in it. She is wearing a white top and has a nose piercing. The background blurs to show a sunny day.

x5.77

507,612 views

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The cover image showcases various trays filled with colorful acrylic markers. The markers are neatly arranged in rows, displaying a wide range of colors. The layout of the image is organized and visually appealing. Text overlaid on the image reads "ACRYLIC MARKER" and "80 CÂY GIÁ RẺ".

x17.3

63,688 views

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The image shows a close-up of a desk setup with a keyboard and part of a computer monitor. A white, circular object, possibly a cup or container, is positioned in the upper left. The surface is covered with a dark gray, textured material, likely a desk mat.

x2.91

8,710 views

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The cover image shows a close-up of a black fan with a round, cage-like guard. The fan is resting on top of a red and black battery pack, likely an M18 model. A hand with a visible index finger points towards the fan, and overlayed text reads "M18 Fan!" in a color block frame. The background appears to be a concrete surface.

x43.6

33,513 views

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A miniature Lego Titanic is held between two hands. The ship is white with black and red accents, and yellow smokestacks. It is surrounded by a scattered collection of colorful Lego bricks on a white surface.

x167

805,926 views

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The cover image shows a person holding a black motorcycle exhaust pipe. The pipe is long and cylindrical with a curved end and mounting bracket. The hand is holding the pipe near the center. The background is a tiled floor. A text overlay in a white box with rounded corners is added with the message.

x2.96

7,180 views

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A high-angle shot of a detailed, miniature landscape model. The foreground is a detailed coastline transitioning into a landmass with varying elevations and textures. Lush green areas represent grassy terrains contrasting with gray and white mountain peaks. There's a small body of water to the left of the image. A text overlayed message in a white chat box on top left.

x6.30

579,467 views

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The cover image showcases a detailed miniature model of a mountainous terrain with a body of water. The model is colored with shades of green, brown, white, and blue. A red rectangle with white text that says "What did i miss?" overlays the scene.

x15.5

1,427,008 views

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A man with a beard and long hair, wearing a blue work shirt and sunglasses on his head, stands in a room with exposed framing. A text overlay indicates the video's theme.

x2.48

63,912 views

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An overhead shot showcases a disassembled engine, with one part detached and positioned to the left. The main component, a dark-colored engine block, has internal components exposed, including cylinder head studs and a chain. Other parts, like what appears to be the cylinder head, are placed nearby. The setting looks to be a workshop or garage with a blue surface below the engine.

x3.17

7,697 views

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An unboxing featuring two statues on a wooden shelf. The main focus is a Tomie figure standing on a grotesque form. To the right is a large, spiral-eyed bust. The background has a book visible.

x9.40

47,954 views

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A man with a beard stands in front of a house, looking at the camera with an inquisitive expression. The text overlay asks if the viewer has ever seen a house built without a permit.

x2.06

53,220 views

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A selfie of a young woman with pink hair and glasses holding a black optical disc drive, smiling at the camera. The background is a room with various items displayed, and a pink banner with the text 'this is an optical disc drive' is overlaid on the image.

x2.29

20,168 views

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An overhead shot of a red and black tool bag on a red rolling base, set on a grey stone surface. The bag has the 'Milwaukee PACKOUT' logo prominently displayed. The background shows a glimpse of green plants and a wooden structure.

x14.1

9,099 views

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Hooks that worked in DIY

  1. MIGHT TAKE A BIT

    @foreverwickcandle · 5.3M views · viral factor x4,551

  2. Now you know what’s inside 🤯

    @puffcount · 8.3M views · viral factor x4,389

  3. طريقه تلميع الفضه

    @ayaezzatorientalsilver · 862K views · viral factor x2,281

  4. why does a shower lamp seem so wrong but feel so right?

    @wayfair · 1.6M views · viral factor x866

  5. 900ft.lbs.

    @trackit2.3 · 655K views · viral factor x853

  6. Try it on your couch and if it actually works I'll buy one

    @skoolhaxx · 293K views · viral factor x783

  7. Useful Life tips

    @lifetipsnow · 15M views · viral factor x680

  8. BIRTHDAY Happy!

    @createdbykenzie · 1.7M views · viral factor x627

  9. this is your sign to scrapbook it

    @freeprints_uk · 534K views · viral factor x598

  10. M18 Fan!

    @trackit2.3 · 463K views · viral factor x407

Top creators in DIY

  1. @trackit2.3 (TikTok) · 17 videos · 1.7M views · best viral factor x853
  2. @sahib.usdaa (TikTok) · 11 videos · 247K views · best viral factor x20.6
  3. @longlegcoco (TikTok) · 6 videos · 3M views · best viral factor x30.8
  4. @joefelz (TikTok) · 6 videos · 531K views · best viral factor x22.0
  5. @thejunglebadger (TikTok) · 5 videos · 8.6M views · best viral factor x65.4
  6. @heimurdesign (Instagram) · 4 videos · 3.6M views · best viral factor x190
  7. @geocaching (TikTok) · 4 videos · 945K views · best viral factor x50.3
  8. @christopherclaflin (TikTok) · 4 videos · 4.1M views · best viral factor x18.8
  9. @amintips (TikTok) · 4 videos · 5M views · best viral factor x10.1
  10. @tide_design (Instagram) · 4 videos · 68K views · best viral factor x4.61

DIY videos by the numbers

The library has 170 viral DIY videos from 87 creators: 156 TikToks and 14 Instagram Reels. The median video has 83K views, and the most viral reached a viral factor of x4,551. The most used format is Selfie with Background, in 74 of them. Use them as DIY content ideas: open any video for its hook, formats and original post. Viral factor compares a video's views with its account's usual views: x10 means ten times the views that creator normally gets.

Viral videos in the library
170
Platforms
156 TikTok (92%), 14 Instagram Reels (8%)
Creators
87
Total views
150M (150,235,368)
Median views per video
83K
Median viral factor
x7.05
Highest viral factor
x4,551

These figures cover all 170 videos in this list, not only the cards above.

Questions about DIY videos

Which video formats work in DIY?

In the DIY videos in the library, the most used formats are Selfie with Background (74 videos), Step-by-Step Tutorial (17) and Zoom Out Reveal (13).

What hooks work for DIY videos?

The most viral hook in the DIY videos in the library is “MIGHT TAKE A BIT” by @foreverwickcandle (viral factor x4,551, 5.3M views), followed by “Now you know what’s inside 🤯” (x4,389). Every hook on this page links to its video.

How many views do viral DIY videos get?

Across 170 videos, the median is 83K views, and together they have 150M views. The median viral factor is x7.05: the typical video got 7.05 times its creator's usual views.

Who are the top DIY creators?

@trackit2.3 (17 videos), @sahib.usdaa (11) and @longlegcoco (6) have the most DIY videos in the library.