Is I Like To Make Stuff Safe for Kids? Safety Score: D
@iliketomakestuff · 3.4M subscribers · Graded August 14, 2026 · Based on 100 recent videos
@iliketomakestuff · 3.4M subscribers · Graded August 14, 2026 · Based on 100 recent videos
I would not recommend this channel for unsupervised viewing by children. It is acceptable for older teenagers with a strong interest in DIY, under parental guidance, to learn about specific projects.
Best for ages 16+. Not recommended under age 13. Acceptable for 13-18 (with supervision).
The content involves complex projects, power tools, and adult themes, making it unsuitable for younger children.
| Dimension | Score | Headline |
|---|---|---|
| Content Appropriateness | 20/25 | Content is generally appropriate for older children, but some themes are adult. |
| Shorts & Dopamine Factor | 15/25 | A moderate number of Shorts are present, but long-form content dominates. |
| Age Clarity | 10/25 | Content is clearly for adults, not children, due to complexity and themes. |
| Educational Value | 15/25 | Provides practical DIY and making skills, but not structured for child learning. |
Content is generally appropriate for older children, but some themes are adult.
The channel focuses on DIY projects and making things, which is generally safe. However, titles like I REALLY like coffee and Does anyone else deal with this? suggest content aimed at adults, and the video Failing Until It Ends With Fire could be concerning if taken out of context, though it likely refers to a project. There are no explicit signs of violence, sexual content, or scary imagery.
A moderate number of Shorts are present, but long-form content dominates.
29% of recent uploads are Shorts, which is a moderate percentage. The channel primarily focuses on longer project videos, with most recent videos being 10-20 minutes long, indicating less reliance on short-form, rapid-fire content for engagement.
Content is clearly for adults, not children, due to complexity and themes.
The projects shown, such as I Gave Myself 4 Days to Finish 2 Years of Procrastination and I'm NOT An Electrician. I Did It Anyway (and You Can Too), involve complex tools, planning, and adult responsibilities. The humor and topics are not tailored for children, making it clear this channel is intended for an adult audience interested in DIY and making.
Provides practical DIY and making skills, but not structured for child learning.
The channel demonstrates practical skills in woodworking, electronics, and general DIY, as seen in videos like The Easiest Way to Hide Ugly Storage Shelves and Making a Book From Plastic. While these skills are valuable, the content is presented for an adult audience, assuming prior knowledge and safety understanding, rather than being structured for a child's learning process.
This channel focuses on do-it-yourself projects, crafting, and home improvement. The creator demonstrates how to build, fix, and customize various items, often involving power tools and complex processes. It is primarily aimed at adults interested in practical skills and creative making.
Parents should understand that this channel is not designed for children. While the content is generally wholesome, it involves the use of power tools, potentially dangerous materials, and complex instructions that are not appropriate for young viewers to attempt without direct adult supervision and guidance. The themes are adult-oriented.
I would not recommend this channel for unsupervised viewing by children. It is acceptable for older teenagers with a strong interest in DIY, under parental guidance, to learn about specific projects.
If your older teen watches this channel, discuss tool safety and the importance of adult supervision for any hands-on projects they might be inspired to try.
I'm NOT An Electrician. I Did It Anyway (and You Can Too)
— Concern
This title could encourage children to attempt potentially dangerous electrical work without proper training or supervision.
Failing Until It Ends With Fire
— Concern
The title suggests a dangerous outcome, which could be alarming or misinterpreted by younger viewers, even if it's about a controlled project.
The Easiest Way to Hide Ugly Storage Shelves
— Neutral
This video showcases a practical home improvement project, demonstrating woodworking and design skills.
Making a Book From Plastic
— Neutral
This video demonstrates creative material use and fabrication, which could be interesting for older, supervised viewers.
I Gave Myself 4 Days to Finish 2 Years of Procrastination
— Neutral
This video focuses on a large-scale project and time management, which are adult-oriented themes.
VidCove's Channel Safety Grader analyzes the 100 most recent videos on I Like To Make Stuff using Google Gemini, scoring four independent dimensions on a 0–25 scale:
I Like To Make Stuff's Shorts ratio in this sample is 29% — roughly 29 of the 100 videos sampled were Shorts. Reports are regenerated when channel content changes materially or after 180 days have passed.
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