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Being able to create something out of nothing is an impressive feat in itself. It could be a painting, a knitted piece of fabric, or a DIY project, all of which deserve a fair amount of props for the craftsmanship involved.

Online groups like the ‘Something I Made’ Reddit group are doing just that—celebrating handmade creations from some of the brilliant minds out there. We’ve picked the best ones to share with you, our beloved audience.

Whether you’re into making your own handicrafts or not, perhaps these photos will inspire you to let your creative juices flow and come up with something worth sharing.

#1 I Made These Rugs For Fun

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#2 Spent The Last Month Making This Biblically Accurate Angel Costume! Happy Halloween!

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#3 An Acrylic Painting I Finally Finished Called ‘Wake’

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Research shows that hands-on work has therapeutic value. Activities like knitting, gardening, and coloring have been associated with reduced symptoms of anxiety and stress and improved cognitive function.

In an interview with The New York Times, behavioral neuroscience professor Dr. Kelly Lambert explained that relief comes from the satisfaction of seeing the final product.

“That builds up a sense of accomplishment and control over your world,” Dr. Lambert explained.

#4 A 3D Snail I Embroidered

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#5 I Hand-Embroidered And Watercolored The Cute And Ungovernable: Moo Deng!

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#6 I Made Little Pygmy Hippos In A Bottle

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Another study that supports this theory comes from researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Their findings show that handwriting is associated with “more elaborate” brain activity compared to typing.

According to Audrey van der Meer, one of the study’s authors, writing by hand allows the individual to form letters using finely controlled movements. As she explains, these hand actions lead to brain connectivity.

#7 Little Frog Coin Purse

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#8 Acorn Bag!

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#9 I Made Some Lazy Egg Stained Glass Suncatchers

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Many may feel daunted by the idea of creating something from scratch. Art therapist and psychology professor Chistianne Strang recommends starting small to avoid intimidating yourself.

Strang recommends beginning with small doodles while drinking your morning coffee. This meditative practice can produce beautiful artwork.

#10 Framed Tufting Artwork

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#11 My Boyfriend And I Made A Lamp For A Friend

#12 I Made A New Bracelet With Polymer Clay Succulents. Realistic And Very Durable!

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There is also the pressure of wanting to create a masterpiece from the get-go, which is impossible. Artist Susie Brandt advises against this thinking and recommends embodying a “learner’s mind” by being spontaneous.

“As an artist, I make things to surprise myself. I don’t know what I’m going to get,” Brandt told The New York Times in an interview.

#13 A Friend Told Me These Are Useless ? What Do You Think?

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#14 This Is My Wife’s New Design, It Is Still Not Finished Yet But I Wonder About Your Thoughts, What Do You Think?

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#15 I Made Invisible Headphones For My Wife

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Still on the topic of having the proper mindset, researcher Natascha Chtena says people tend to confuse handicrafts with chores. In an article for Inside Higher Ed, she noted that it’s not about completing routine tasks. Rather, the focus should be “the pure joy of creating something from zero.”

“There’s a difference between making your own home repairs to save money versus making your own home decor crafts to add personal accents to your place,” she wrote.