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A bachelor for many years, the actor found himself doing lots of things around the house. More recently, he kept himself busy during lockdown.
Taylor Swift is not just about writing hit songs. She's also a skilled craftswoman and baker!
From jam to cookies, when Swift is not wearing her baker hat, she also likes embroidery and getting crafty during the holidays.
The actor likes to use his hands, and did so to prepare for his role as a dressmaker in 'The Phantom Thread' (2017) by creating a dress from scratch!
But not only is he skilled with the thread and needle, Day-Lewis also studied woodworking and almost swapped the stage for a workshop and became a cabinetmaker.
Before becoming an actor, Harrison Ford actually worked as a carpenter.
"Every man should work with his hands, it makes you happy," said Howard in an interview.
This member of the Jonas Brothers actually founded a real-estate development and construction company.
The 'Leave It to Beaver' actor found that the use of his hands helped his career. "The painting and sculpting definitely helped me envision what I wanted to build," he said.
From 'Home Improvement' to 'Last Man Standing,' Tim Allen always came across as a skilled handyman. And in this case, art does imitate life.
Ulrich's skills go beyond the realm of acting. The 'Riverdale' actor also does woodworking. In fact, he did so professionally before he made it as an actor.
You probably know him best for his films, but the acclaimed director is also a skilled wood craftsman.
"I did woodworking. I still have 10 fingers. I did pretty well, made a couple of tables," said Navratilova. "I wanted to be an architect or a builder. I think that’s why I got into woodworking. I wanted to create," she added.
Lynch has been designing furniture for years, and even has a furniture collection.
The actor loves cars, and, of course, home improvements. Tim Allen just can't stay away from the toolbox!
You may remember the actor and environmentalist being particularly handy in the reality show 'Living With Ed.' That's because he really is!
Kate Middleton's sister is quite crafty, especially when it comes to making homemade Christmas cards.
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The media personality and podcaster used to be a carpenter before he became famous.
The actress is so into crafts that she even published a book, called 'Simple Times: Crafts for Poor People.'
The tennis star is also very skilled outside the court. She also took an interest in woodworking.
Offerman's passion for woodworking led him to open his own shop in Los Angeles: the Offerman Woodshop.
"I wood stained the entire interior, exterior, and all the furniture of the house. All of it," said Clooney. "And I put chicken wire all around the dog yard," he added.
Working with our hands can be very satisfying. Indeed, not everyone is a fan of arts and crafts, but some people really are crafty and enjoy the process. Celebrities, of course, are no exception, and many of them do like to go down the DIY route.
From woodworking to homemade cards, in this gallery you'll find a number of famous people you probably didn't know are handy. Some in fact, even were so professionally before becoming famous! Click on to discover who they are.
Celebrities you didn't know are handy
Some of these stars used to be carpenters!
CELEBRITY Diy
Working with our hands can be very satisfying. Indeed, not everyone is a fan of arts and crafts, but some people really are crafty and enjoy the process. Celebrities, of course, are no exception, and many of them do like to go down the DIY route.
From woodworking to homemade cards, in this gallery you'll find a number of famous people you probably didn't know are handy. Some in fact, even were so professionally before becoming famous! Click on to discover who they are.