Meet Your Instructor
Geneva Vanderzeil
Geneva Vanderzeil is one of the most influential voices in DIY, creativity, and upcycling — with over a decade of inspiring millions to make beautiful things with their own hands. Through her bestselling books, viral videos, and popular website Collective Gen, Geneva has built a global community around the belief that anyone can create — they just need the right guidance and a little inspiration.
Her work has been featured by The New York Times, The Guardian, Martha Stewart, Buzzfeed, and more. With over 2 million followers across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, Geneva’s creative projects have reached makers in every corner of the world.
Now, through The DIY School, she’s bringing her most-loved skills into structured, accessible online courses — starting with furniture upcycling, embroidery, dollhouses, mosaics, and more.
