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Our favourite magazine BUST have released a new book The BUST DIY Guide to Life which is filled with tip, tricks and projects to help you MAKE your way through every day.

We've got a copy of the book up for grabs and three sample projects including a teranium, homemade journal and ginger beer.

Win A Copy Of The Book

For your chance of winning a copy of the book, simply leave a comment below telling us what your ultimate tip for life would be?

 Congratulations to our winner Felecity W.

 

TerrariumHomemade JournalGinger Beer

You can pick up a copy of the book now from Abrams »

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Musette
Musette · London, GB · 1 project
Everything is better when you're facing it with a cup of tea and a plate of cheese and biscuits. Trust me, I'm revising for exams atm and they can even make that better!
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Shayla F.
Shayla F. · Terre Haute, Indiana, US · 28 projects
Dory the fish from Finding Nemo actually gave me the best tip for life, "Just Keep Swimming." That simple saying gets me through a lot.
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Bohemiansky
Bohemiansky · Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA · 14 projects
This too shall pass. No matter how bad you think things are at the moment, better times are always on the horizon. SO just keep going.
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Kate P.
Kate P. · Chester, England, GB · 1 project
Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.
- Dr. Seuss

I completely agree with this. Turn everything that happens into a positive xx
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Juliet J.
Juliet J. · Cuneo, Piemonte, IT · 63 projects
Since "do it yourself or die" it's a bit already heard mine is definitely "Look it, Want it, check the price, oh you can make it!" Happy
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Nery T.
Nery T. · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US
My ultimate tip for life is to fight for what you believe in. If you want to achieve something GO FOR IT. IF you want pink hair, GET IT. Life is about learning who you are and want to be. So take chances and live it for yourself, not for others to be pleased.
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Nery T.
Nery T. · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US
My ultimate tip for life is to fight for what you believe in. If you want to achieve something GO FOR IT. IF you want pink hair, GET IT. Life is about learning who you are and want to be. So take chances and live it for yourself, not for others to be pleased.
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IcaKay
IcaKay · U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado, US
My tip is to always carry a purse complete with the following: emergency sewing kit/duct tape (for all of those oopsie moments), peppermint gum (so you won't scare anyone away after those nachos), headache meds (so you can tackle anything), quarters (anything convenient accepts them), feminine products (because it's always trying to surprise you) and lastly your phone (because once you realized you survived the day, you should call your friends and go do something fabulous) <3
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Amy Z.
Amy Z.
Tip for life: Give a little more of yourself every day than you think you can, and make sure that at least every other day that extra bit goes to yourself.
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emushka24
emushka24 · West Hartford, Connecticut, US
Never regret anything, because you only live once!
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Dellers
Dellers
Spend less time wondering and more time doing.
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Rachael P.
Rachael P. · London, GB
'For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction'

If something doesn't go your way, pick yourself up, brush yourself off, smile, and remember that everything happens for a reason. =] Even if you don't see it then, you will...eventually. <3
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Cassie C.
Cassie C.
my tip would be to enjoy the present!!!!
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Jessica B.
Jessica B. · Chewelah, Washington, US · 24 projects
"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That's why it is called the present." Master Oogway
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Jessica B.
Jessica B. · Chewelah, Washington, US · 24 projects
Always have your scissors
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Doris P.
Doris P. · Los Angeles, California, US · 1 project
Keep calm and listen to music ♥
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Beccasaurus
Beccasaurus · Vancouver, British Columbia, CA · 8 projects
Always look on the bright side of life...and make sure you never run out of banana bread.
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Delicate Stitches
Delicate Stitches · Powfoot, Scotland, GB · 61 projects
Some very inspiring comments here. My top tip is try it and see...
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Shirls
Shirls · Orlando, Florida, US · 23 projects
Ultimate tip for life? - Spreading kindness and loving each person for the person they are.
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Olivia H.
Olivia H. · Indianapolis, Indiana, US · 32 projects
Live life as if nobody could judge you, and follow your dreams. Never let anyone hold you back, do the best you can, and don't be afraid of making mistakes or failing. You are a unique and special person. Let the world know what you believe and who you are. The only thing limiting your possibility is your dreams. There is no person just like you. Do what you can to make your mark and to change the world.
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Luiza S.
Luiza S. · Brasília, Federal District, BR · 22 projects
Always think positive, and when you feel like you can't see the bright side, get noodles.
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Jayne W.
Jayne W. · Southampton, England, GB · 3 projects
even if you are petrified - smile through it and do it. there is no point missing out on opportunities just because you're scared. the smile means no one knows you're petrified! helped with a fair few situations, especially a few (successful) job interviews!
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Sarah Bear
Sarah Bear · Somerton, England, GB · 2 projects
Always expect happiness and don't envy people who are happy. Be happy for their happiness.
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Princess Pam-attitude
Princess Pam-attitude · Pocatello, Idaho, US · 332 projects
"Imagination Is More Important Than Knowledge."
Albert Einstein

I love Einstein because he has some of the most profound quotes. I try and live by this quote everyday, especially when it comes to DIY and crafting because being able to imagine the amazing things you can do yourself will always give you the drive to figure out a way to make it happen.
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campaspe
campaspe · Toulouse, Midi-Pyrénées, FR · 155 projects
Wisdom is not about not making mistakes but it's about not making the same mistake twice.
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RareJewel
RareJewel · Richmond, Virginia, US
Learn all you can!
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Emmyann07
Emmyann07 · Sacramento, California, US · 49 projects
I think the three things I have learned and used the most have been:

Enjoy your independence - live your life how you want to live it
Don't define yourself by your career - a job is a job, its what you do outside of work and who you spend it with that really matters
And...
Learn to appreciate yourself - the most important approval you can have is your own
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Felecity W.
Felecity W. · U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado, US · 86 projects
Don't be afraid to take a risk if it's something that really matters to you. Better to know what would have happened than to regret never having taken a chance. Once you are old your memories will keep you company, better to make them worth remembering!
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Ashley P.
Ashley P. · Hatfield, Pennsylvania, US · 604 projects
"Shoot for the moon, for even if you fall, you'll land among the stars," and to trust that God has everything worked out for your life.
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McKenzie H.
McKenzie H.
My advice would be to take every adventure life has to offer. When you see an opportunity take it! You won't regret it.
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Sandra L.
Sandra L. · Newark, California, US · 38 projects
when life looks down, smile Happy
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Calla K.
Calla K. · Austin, Texas, US · 3 projects
No regrets! Everything is going fine Happy
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Chloe A.
Chloe A.
See the bad things that happen as opportunities to give your life a kick start. I've been made redundant twice and ended up in better jobs both times as I've reviewed what I wanted and gone for it. Feeling sorry for yourself will only hold you back!
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petitefoxy
petitefoxy · 1 project
I think it's no matter what life throws your way or a rough patch you're going through, you always can get by. Revolt to life, to the storm.
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davismindy9392
davismindy9392 · Tiffin, Ohio, US · 1 project
Don't sweat the petty things and don't pet the sweaty things Happy
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Allie B.
Allie B. · 3 projects
Dream big, and then all the smaller dreams seem more important
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Celestial
Celestial · 4 projects
Never give up on the things most important to you, especially if they make you happy. Keep trying even if you reach the bottom, there'll be nowhere else to go but the top!
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Ioanna S.
Ioanna S. · Ioannina, Ipiros Ditiki Makedonia, GR · 3 projects
Recently I discover trashion (trash:useless and fashion). I search my wardrobe and drawers, find useless things I didn't like and change them in to usefull things that now I love. That made me thought that I can do the same with myself. Look inside me, find useless things that I don't like and change them into something that I love,...worship.
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julie c.
julie c.
Just be yourself...you shine!
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paisley.pie
paisley.pie
Learn how to filter instead of building walls to protect yourself from the hard things in life. You end up having less stress, more opportunities, and more happiness that way!
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~-*animelover~-*
~-*animelover~-* · London, GB · 60 projects
My ultimate tip is: dream as you live forever and live as you'd die today so in short live is just not long enough for worries and other negative stuff ^-^
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Amanda A.
Amanda A. · Watsonville, California, US
Don't procrastinate!
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Cristina M.
Cristina M. · Settimo Torinese, Piemonte, IT · 25 projects
Don't be afraid to express yourself.
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Sayomay D.
Sayomay D. · 3 projects
How to live in the moment! I always think ahead like Ill be better as soon as this day arrives.
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Antonia D.
Antonia D. · Los Angeles, California, US
I live by these words: “You have a right to experiment with your life. You will make mistakes. And they are right too." ~Anaïs Nin
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gnominae s.
gnominae s.
My ultimate tip for life...Become a person you will love. Love who you are and make the best out of everything.
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Brooke H.
Brooke H.
RELAX!!!
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kw
kw · Plano, Texas, US · 17 projects
Just because they look at you, doesn't mean they're talking about you. If they are, you must be pretty important for them to be talking about you so much! Keep your head up and keep going about your life.
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JESSICA B.
JESSICA B. · 1 project
Don't regret the things you've done, regret the things you did not do.
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Lei
Lei · 8 projects
My ultimate tip for life is to only fill it with things that make you happy. Why fill it with tasks that we don't need or enjoy, or spend our time unhappy? If you aren't enjoying this moment, change it. Be impulsive and selfish with your own life and impact others to do the same.
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pweng b.
pweng b.
Go out of the box and think different. Do things yourself, in your own special ways instead of using other people's crap!
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Shawna M.
Shawna M. · Hartford, Connecticut, US
My advice would be to enjoy life as much as possible. It's not waiting for you to get things exactly right before you can participate. Also, cook your own food as much as possible, you will feel much better!
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etchholden
etchholden · Wilmington, Delaware, US · 1 project
Go outside more. Stop planning and take action. Eat more fresh foods! Happy
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kia.moses
kia.moses
Have a pay it forward attitude - Treat people the way you want to be Treated...
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Monika G.
Monika G. · Chicago, Illinois, US
My life tip? do whatever it is that makes you happiest... and don't let anybody's judgement stop you
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Cliona B.
Cliona B. · Wicklow, Wicklow, IE · 3 projects
When life gives you lemons, put them in the microwave for ten seconds, this gives you more juice when you squeeze them for making lemonade / whiskey sours
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Missy O.
Missy O. · Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, US
Believe in yourself.
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Makani V.
Makani V. · South Shields, England, GB · 1 project
My ultimate tip for life is not to regret anything. Just deal with your good and bad decisions and learn from them. Regretting the past helps nobody and only stresses you out.
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