iCreate - UK (2021-07)

Solve your DIY problems

There is a non-specialised tool that you can use to learn how to undertake specific DIY tasks, and to get practical and

understandable advice.YouTube is, of course, a huge resource for video content, but we found that when it comes to DIY tasks it

really does shine. There appears to be a tutorial video for every possible task.

1

A quick search

A quick search onYouTube will bring you a

list of results, which you can use to complete

a task. We would suggest watching as many

as possible.

2

Check the comments

The comments attached to a video are

often enlightening, and help you to assess

the accuracy of the advice provided. This is a

very quick process.

3

Some new ideas

You can also use YouTube to get design

and decorating ideas, with videos showing

the best available products. Be aware of

sponsored content, which can skew opinions.

Plan every single improvement

For a project as big and varied as redesigning a house and garden, it is tempting to grab a project planning app to bring all of

your information together. We would advise, however, to take a long look at Apple’s Notes app, which has the potential to do

everything you need, and to save you substantial time throughout the project.

1

Sub-folders work

The ability to create sub-folders in Apple

Notes is hugely beneficial for managing the

work you need to do in various rooms. You

can organise everything with ease.

2

Break it down

Break down all aspects of your project,

to include folders for your measurements,

tools and ideas. A ‘Room’ folder should focus

on the look, and new design.

3

See your ideas

The ability to sketch ideas in Notes is a

bonus, and gives you thinking space to simply

play around until the right idea strikes. You can

then view it immediately.

4

Bring it together

Links can be added to Notes in seconds,

and you will see a preview of the page when

you tap and hold it. This is useful for lists of

tools, and other items.

5

Use the features

Images will play a big part in your project

planning because they can give you the

inspiration to push forward, and to visualise

what your work will look like.

6

Limit the reminders

One advantage of using Notes is that

you will not be bombarded by alarms and

reminders. Youcan share a note to Reminders,

if you still need the facility.

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