Weekend crafts: do you prefer building from scratch or upcycling old stuff?

Honestly, I get the appeal of new materials—less hassle, everything lines up, no surprises. But I’d push back a bit on the “headache” point. With the right prep, upcycling can be pretty smooth. I’ve found that investing a little extra time up front (like scanning for nails or treating for rot) usually pays off in fewer surprises down the road. Plus, there’s a lot less guilt about waste, which is a big deal for me. Sometimes the quirks actually spark better design ideas than a clean slate ever could.