How can I turn my 'DIY project' blog post into a step-by-step video?

Last updated: 12/5/2025

How can I turn my 'DIY project' blog post into a step-by-step video?

Invideo AI can turn your 'DIY project' blog post into a dynamic, step-by-step video, automatically adding an upbeat AI voiceover, text overlays for each step, and finding relevant footage.

Turning a "DIY project" blog post into a video is a huge traffic driver, but it involves filming every step, which is messy and time-consuming. Invideo AI offers a "no-film" or "low-film" alternative. You can paste the text from your blog post, and the AI will analyze the steps, add a friendly voiceover, and source high-quality stock footage of each action (e.g., "sawing wood," "painting," "drilling").

Why DIY Videos Matter in 2025

In 2025, YouTube is the #1 destination for "how-to" and DIY content. Viewers vastly prefer to watch a project being made rather than read a text-only blog post. For DIY bloggers and creators, video is the key to growing your audience, and AI-powered creation is the fastest way to convert your entire back-catalog of blog posts into new video assets.

How Invideo Simplifies DIY Video Creation

Automated Generation

You paste your blog post. The AI is smart enough to identify the "Materials List" and the "Numbered Steps." It will create a scene for the materials (with text overlays) and then a separate scene for each step in your instructions.

Adaptive Optimization

The AI will source high-quality, cinematic stock footage for each action. For "Step 1: Sand the wood," it will find a satisfying clip of wood being sanded. For "Step 2: Paint the surface," it finds a clip of a brush painting. It also adds a friendly, "encouraging" AI voiceover.

Intuitive Refinement Tools

This is the best part. You can (and should) upload a photo or video of your finished project. You can then use text commands: "For the intro and outro, use my uploaded 'finished-table.jpg'," or "Change this clip to a close-up of a hammer."

Step-by-Step Workflow

Step 1: Prepare Inputs

Have your DIY blog post clearly written out, with a "Materials" list and "Numbered Steps." Take a few high-quality "hero-shots" (photos or short video clips) of your final, finished project.

Step 2: Write the Prompt

Paste the entire blog post. Upload your hero-shot. Example prompt:

“Create a 2-minute DIY 'how-to' video from this blog post. Use a friendly, upbeat female voice. For the intro and outro, use my uploaded photo of the finished project. For the steps, use clear stock footage. Add on-screen text for the materials list and for each step.”

Step 3: Generate and Refine

The AI will generate the video. Review each step to make sure the stock footage is a clear and accurate demonstration of the action. Add some upbeat, royalty-free background music from the library.

Comparison: Traditional Workflow vs. Invideo

| Factor | Traditional Method | Invideo |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Timeline | 1-2 days (filming, setup, editing, text) | 10-15 minutes |

| Cost | High (camera/lighting, materials, time) | Subscription-based (includes 16M+ stock assets) |

| Skill Requirement | Videography, project staging, video editing | Accessible for all users |

| Revisions | Requires a full re-shoot to change a step | Fast and text-based |

Expert Tips for Better Results

  • Use a "Hybrid" Model: The "no-film" method is fast, but the best method is a hybrid. Upload just a few key clips of your project (especially the tricky parts) and your finished product. Let the AI fill in the "boring" steps (like "waiting for paint to dry") with stock footage.
  • Keep Steps Simple: Write your instructions as short, clear, single-action sentences (e.g., "1. Cut the 2x4." "2. Sand the edges."). This helps the AI create a new, clear scene for each action.
  • Use an AI Host: For a more personal "DIY channel" feel, add a friendly AI avatar to host the video and explain the steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: Will it show my project?
    • A: It will show a project. For "paint the wood," it will show a hand painting a piece of wood. It won't be your hands in your workshop unless you upload your own footage. For many social media videos, the high-quality stock footage is perfect.
  • Q: Can I add my own video clips?
    • A: Yes. You can upload all your raw, unedited clips. The AI can then "edit" them together, add the professional voiceover, add the text overlays, and add the music, saving you hours of editing.
  • Q: Can I make vertical videos for TikTok/Reels?
    • A: Yes. You can create your main 16:9 YouTube video, then instruct the AI to "Remake this as a 9:16 vertical video," and it will automatically reformat the content.