Lauren Riihimaki, aka LaurDIY, is taking some time off from her main YouTube channel.
The 27-year-old crafting YouTuber and host made the announcement in a video on Sunday (December 20).
“I am going to be taking a break from this channel. I feel like I’ve had bits and pieces of this conversation over on the vlog channel, in the podcast, and even here and there within the videos of this channel,” she said. “It’s just been so much easier to authentically transition to be myself, I guess, over on the vlog channel and the podcast because those are brand new platforms that I started in 2020.”
“To be honest, I feel a lot of pressure to create a certain style or type of content here, and I just need to take some time to reevaluate the perspective and the mindset that I have towards this channel,” Lauren continued. “To be very clear, I don’t hate the content that I’ve been creating.”
As for how long she’ll be taking her break, she said, “I honestly haven’t put a number to it. It could be anywhere from three weeks to two months.”
Watch Lauren‘s video to see more answers to some questions you might have.
The 26-year-old YouTuber, also known as LaurDIY, just debuted her new competition series on HBO Max.
Lauren opened up about the show and how it’s going to change things in the world of crafting.
“I think crafting has never really gotten the spotlight that it deserves and I think Craftopia is really going to change that,” she told People. “I think anything that occupies your mind and hands while getting creative is such a fun release and being able to stay busy while doing something fun is really relaxing.”
“There’s just so much creative innovation that these kids bring to the challenges,” Lauren continued. “I grew up in a different generation where we didn’t have access to learning how to master any kind of craft medium that you possibly could think of through the internet. They all really came with their own expertise, and I was there to motivate them and give a few tips, but I learned so much from them.”
“I feel like I’m in the big leagues,” she added. “Obviously producing YouTube videos is home grown and it’s very entrepreneurial, but it was such an honor to be part of such a collaborative effort. If I had an idea, they were so down to execute it. I feel like they really trusted me and my digital expertise.”
The trailer for LaurDIY‘s new show is finally here!
Lauren Riihimaki will host Craftopia, a new competition series where crafters meet larger-than-life challenges, making the most amazing creations the world has ever seen.
“Words can’t even express how excited I am for you to see this series, this has been such a dream of an experience,” she wrote on Instagram.
Craftopia will premiere on HBO Max when it launches on May 27th!
LaurDIY aka Lauren Riihimaki is getting candid about her past experience and what led to her anxiety.
The 26-year-old YouTuber shared a new video where she opened up about someone close to her having a violent seizure right in front of her, which led to PTSD and anxiety.
“Hi my DIY babes, today’s video is something I’ve been thinking about making for years now, but honestly wasn’t really sure how to even start,” Lauren wrote in the video description. “I’ve referenced my anxiety in the past in smaller ways, but I want to tell you my full story today and let you know that I am right here with you in this daily battle. My past has made me who I am, and I hope that shedding a little more light on mental health and telling my story can make even just one person feel a little less alone. I love you, believe you and KNOW that things get better.”
“I have a generalized anxiety disorder that may have been triggered by trauma, with mild PTSD. Even more specifically, I have Agoraphobia and Emetophobia,” Lauren shared in the video.
LaurDIY is showing off her cool, multi-colored braids on social media.
The -year-old influencer and entrepreneur rocked blue, pink and white braids for the final episode of her upcoming HBO Max series, Craftopia.
“AND THAT’S A WRAP!!! 🌈 we wrapped season 1 of Craftopia yesterday and I’m so full of feels,” Lauren wrote on her Instagram. “This show is INCREDIBLE, so many creative minds and passionate hearts behind it and I can’t wait to share it with you in May 2020 on @hbomax ✨”
She added, “Everything from the set design, the outfits (yes that is a custom graffiti craftopia jump suit), hair, makeup, judges, crafters and crew on this show was PERFECT and I couldn’t have asked for a better family to bring this to life 😭❤️”
“I’ll miss having wild colorful hairstyles everyday and playing in literal pools of glitter, this show is going to blow your minds 🌈😭❤️✂️⭐️”
We can’t wait to watch it! For more information on Craftopia, head HERE!