Yours for the making

In these current uncertain times people are having to behave in ways that do not necessarily come natural to them. Who knows where this could lead them mentally and emotionally?

Instructables is an online community for people who like to make things.

They say: “Making things makes people happy. We can't prove it, but we know it to be true.

Find your happy place, and join one of the friendliest online communities anywhere:”

Surely, a resource that offers the chance of happiness and the opportunity make something at the same time is well worth a look?

“We make it easy to learn how to make anything, one step at a time. From the stovetop to the workshop, you are sure to be inspired by the awesome projects that are shared everyday” they add.

The website has projects covering subjects including electronic circuits, crafts, cooking, baking, living, outdoors and includes tutorials on the likes of how to build a giant hidden shelf edge clock; a foldable, wall-hanging greenhouse; how to resurface cast iron pans: make a zero gravity grow box; a cardboard play dome and thousands of other ideas, even how to make your own face masks!

With all schools currently closed the website also offers a vast array of creative opportunities for youngsters. These range from basic crafts to educational tools.

So, now, more than ever, is a time to get in touch with your creative side and make something worthwhile, or just for the fun of it.

All of the required information is available at www.instructables.com