DIY Skillshare: Share Your Skills, Learn New Ones – The DIY Community Hub

At DIYSkillshare, our mission is simple: to build a vibrant DIY community where people can share their skills, learn new ones, and collaborate on creative projects. We believe that DIY is even more rewarding when it’s a shared experience and that by creating a platform for skill-sharing and collaboration, we can empower everyone to expand their DIY abilities and connect with fellow makers. Whether you’re looking to teach a DIY skill, learn a new technique, find project partners, or simply connect with other DIY enthusiasts, DIYSkillshare will be your hub for all things DIY community.

Our Story

DIYSkillshare was co-founded by David Miller and Sarah Chen, two passionate DIYers who believe in the power of community learning and skill-sharing in the DIY world. Their own experiences learning new DIY skills through workshops and online communities, combined with a belief that everyone has valuable skills to share and learn, led them to create DIYSkillshare as a platform for connecting DIYers and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

David brings his technical expertise in DIY and a focus on building a user-friendly platform for skill-sharing to DIYSkillshare, while Sarah infuses her passion for community building and a belief in the benefits of collaborative learning into every community event, workshop, and online forum. Together, they’ve explored skill-sharing models and DIY communities from around the world (from maker spaces to online DIY groups) to curate a collection of resources and features that embody the essence of DIYSkillshare: a community hub for sharing skills and learning new ones.

Why we started DIYSkillshare

Unlike many DIY websites focused on individual project tutorials, DIYSkillshare is dedicated to the concept of community-based DIY and skill-sharing. Yes, you’ll find project ideas and tutorials, but you’ll also explore the why behind skill-sharing and its benefits for DIYers of all levels. Why is skill-sharing valuable in DIY? How does community learning enhance the DIY experience? When is collaboration more effective than DIYing solo? And how can participating in a DIY community expand your skills, network, and creative possibilities? By exploring these elements, you’ll unlock the power of DIY skill-sharing with DIYSkillshare.

We celebrate the beauty of community, collaboration, and the shared learning experience in DIY. DIYSkillshare isn’t just about individual DIY projects; it’s about building a community of makers, sharing knowledge, and empowering everyone to grow their DIY skills through collaboration and shared learning. That’s why DIYSkillshare encourages you to share your skills, learn from others, and above all, enjoy the journey of DIYing together in community with David, Sarah, and fellow DIY enthusiasts.

Sofia Savellini – Cofounder

Newark, NJ

Mei Ling – Cofounder

San Francisco, CA

Claire Bennett – Editor in Chief

San Francisco, CA

Ethan Calderon – Chief Content Officer

Concord, NH

Margaret “Maggie” Hayes – Senior Recipe Officer

Concord, NH

Liam Carter – VP, Engineering

Atlanta, GA

Harper Monroe – Lifestyle Editor

Miami, FL

Page Wang – Staff Writer

Manhattan, NY

Sophie Chen – Editorial Assistant

Denver, CO

Noah Kim – Editorial Assistant

Austin, TX

Ava Reynolds – Staff Photographer

Tucson, AZ