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Welcome to nerdyKat, where weird sometimes meets useful. I’m here to inspire and empower DIY enthusiasts to repurpose, create, and experiment with everyday materials. Join me in transforming the ordinary into something extraordinary!

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Illuminate Your Countdown

Craft a festive advent calendar that lights up the holiday season. This DIY project transforms simple cardboard into a charming, illuminated centerpiece, making each day’s surprise shine brighter.

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Some of my favourite projects

Deadpool Air Freshener

Bring a little irreverent humour to your space with this Deadpool-inspired DIY air freshener! Not only does this project keep things smelling fresh, but it also adds a laugh with Deadpool’s signature one-liners and sound effects. Perfect for fans of the Merc with a Mouth, this tutorial combines sculpting, electronics, and a dash of mischief for a unique piece that’s sure to be a conversation starter.

Wood Carved Swans

Learn to carve a pair of graceful wooden swans that make a thoughtful gift or an eye-catching addition to any space. This project takes you through each step of transforming raw wood into detailed forms that capture the elegance of these symbolic birds. Whether for yourself or someone special, these carved swans add a touch of craftsmanship and care.

Welded Plastic Drill Bit Case

Organize your drill bits with this custom case made from upcycled plastic. This project walks you through the steps of welding plastic to create a durable and practical holder for your tools. Designed for functionality, this DIY case is a great way to repurpose everyday materials while keeping your workspace tidy and efficient.

Light Up Advent Calendar

Countdown to the holidays with this DIY cardboard advent calendar that lights up the season. This project combines simple materials with a bit of creativity to craft a festive, reusable calendar. Each day reveals a new surprise, illuminated with LED lights to add a warm, inviting glow to your holiday celebrations.

Yoda Yarn Bowl

Keep your yarn in line with this handmade Yoda-inspired bowl, perfect for adding a touch of fun to your knitting or crochet sessions. Crafted with character, this project combines functionality with a nod to a beloved icon. It’s a playful way to keep your yarn tidy while showcasing your fandom.

Plastic Bottle Handbag

Turn everyday plastic bottles into a stylish, functional handbag with this upcycling project. This tutorial guides you through repurposing HDPE bottles to create a unique, eco-friendly accessory. A great way to combine creativity with sustainability, this handbag is durable, practical, and one of a kind.

Useless Box

Build your own ‘useless box’—a fun, quirky gadget that serves no purpose other than to turn itself off every time you switch it on. This project combines basic electronics with a sense of humor, creating a simple yet entertaining device that’s bound to amuse anyone who tries it. Perfect for a lighthearted DIY with a surprising twist.

Cardboard Magic Mushroom Lamp

Create a whimsical mushroom-shaped lamp from cardboard that adds a cosy, enchanted glow to any space. This project guides you through shaping and assembling cardboard into a unique lamp with character and charm. Perfect for adding a handmade touch to your decor, this lamp brings a little magic indoors.

Craft, Build, Repair

Projects to Inspire Your Creativity

Electronics

From Arduino gadgets to DIY lighting, explore quirky and sometimes practical tech projects.

Sculpting

Create characters like Deadpool, Yoda, and Smurfette with clay and cardboard in playful sculpting projects.

Upcycling

Why throw away when you can upcycle? Transform everyday items into unique, functional pieces

Woodwork

Make handcrafted gifts and practical pieces that bring the charm of woodworking into your space.

Textilecraft

Unleash your creativity with fabric and yarn! Discover fun sewing and crochet projects.

Fix It Yourself

Empower yourself to tackle repairs at home!

Imagine, Craft, Create

Get inspired to bring your ideas to life! Explore a showcase of creative projects and dive into my full collection of videos, where I guide you step-by-step through each build, repair, and DIY adventure.

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About me

Hi there! My name is Katarina and I am an IT technician.

In addition to my expertise in IT, I am also passionate about DIY and crafts. I am always eager to learn new techniques and expand my knowledge. Whether it’s creating something from scratch or fixing something that’s broken, I love the challenge and satisfaction that comes with it.

I am excited to share my journey with you through my projects and tutorials. From computer repairs to DIY crafts, I hope to inspire and empower you to take on your own projects and maybe even try something you thought you could never do.

So come along with me on this journey of discovery and creativity. Let’s learn, create, and have fun together! 😊

Unlock your creativity with nerdyKat

Illuminate Your Countdown

Some of my favourite projects

Deadpool Air Freshener

Wood Carved Swans

Welded Plastic Drill Bit Case

Light Up Advent Calendar

Yoda Yarn Bowl

Plastic Bottle Handbag

Useless Box

Cardboard Magic Mushroom Lamp

Craft, Build, Repair

Projects to Inspire Your Creativity

Electronics

Sculpting

Upcycling

Woodwork

Textilecraft

Fix It Yourself

Imagine, Craft, Create

About me

Unlock your creativity
with nerdyKat