The DIY Not Podcast

Johnny Bayles is a DIY builder and craftsman specializing in wooden geodesic domes. Growing up in a family of skilled artisans, including his cabinet-maker grandfather, Johnny developed a passion for problem-solving and unconventional construction. ⁣ Fascinated by the strength and efficiency of geodesic structures, he began experimenting with wooden domes, favoring interlocking triangles over complex metal systems. What started as a personal challenge soon turned into a thriving business—Trillium

Calvin Rust, founder of BRC Construction, is a self-made contractor based in Idaho with a passion for homebuilding and education. Growing up on a family farm, he developed a strong work ethic early, managing operations from age 11. As a teenager, he joined a framing crew for extra income and quickly realized his potential in the construction industry. Partnering with a friend, he built a successful framing business, eventually expanding into general contracting by self-funding spec homes. ⁣ With

Marlaina Mathisen is a potter and social media creator based in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. From sculpting clay found in riverbeds as a child to earning degrees in education and studio art, she has always been drawn to hands-on creativity. ⁣ After years of balancing pottery with a traditional job, she took the leap to make ceramics her full-time career, growing both her craft and online presence. Known as "Marlaina the Pottery Lady" on Instagram and YouTube, she shares beginner-friendly

Cara Newhart is a DIY design expert and content creator who empowers homeowners to take charge of their spaces. With a background in corporate finance and oil and gas, she pivoted to interior design after realizing her passion for creativity and problem-solving. ⁣ Cara shares practical renovation strategies, cost-saving tips, and real-life home transformations—including her current project, a 200-year-old haunted house in New Jersey. ⁣ With a social media following of 2 million, she embraces the

Corinne Blackstone is a lifelong crafter from Northeast Ohio who turned her passion into a thriving career. After discovering Cricut machines while making decorations for her 2017 wedding, she quickly mastered the craft and began sharing tips online. ⁣ What started as a simple YouTube tutorial to help others soon exploded into a successful channel, where she now teaches cost-effective crafting techniques to a global audience. By 2020, her content creation became her full-time job, allowing her to

Ira Houseweart is a skilled metal fabricator and artist specializing in decorative metalwork, including railings, sculptures, knives, and swords. Growing up on a family farm, he discovered his passion for metalworking in his grandfather’s shop, leading him to pursue formal training in welding, machining, and blacksmithing.  ⁣ Ira gained national recognition after appearing on Forged in Fire, which expanded his social media presence and increased demand for his unique blade designs. His work ranges

Andrew Miller is the colorblind tulip farmer behind Tulip Valley Farms, a blooming success born from a bold career change in 2019. Despite being red-green colorblind, Andrew fell in love with every aspect of tulip farming—from the growing to the business and the joy it brings to others. His passion lies in creating a meaningful, shared experience rooted in beauty and community. ⁣ A Mount Vernon native, Andrew served in the U.S. Air Force, earned multiple graduate degrees, and held roles at Amazon