These Houston at-home projects make us want to set new DIY goals

Deck coffee table Houstonians have been making the most during the stay-at-home order working on DIY projects to add improvements to their homes. Deck coffee table Houstonians have been making the most during the stay-at-home order working on DIY projects to add improvements to their homes. Photo: Ana & Pete Pereznegron Photo: Ana & Pete Pereznegron Image 1 of / 65 Caption Close These Houston at-home projects make us want to set new DIY goals 1 / 65 Back to Gallery

As stay-at-home orders continue, Houstonians hone in on their home improvement skills creating DIY projects to marvel the experts.

"I’ve reflected more on my garden and being inspired by the plants given to me," said Sonia Carrera Cruz. "I tried to be more positive and the only way I can do that is working with mother earth."

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DIY projects are all the rage as room additions, backyard gardens, and custom-made furniture are being created during this time.

"We decided to beautify our backyard with our extra time for our daughter's graduation party," said Ana Villegas. "She was disappointed with school closing, no prom, no senior activities and no graduation."

"It’s a wonderful feeling to see the smile on my daughters face and to know that we built it, is a great feeling," said Villegas.

Check out the various DIY projects Houstonians are creating during COVID-19

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