ABOUT MR&MRSDIY
We’re Craig and Laura Phillips – and here’s a huge hello from us. We’re the Mr and Mrs with a love for all things DIY (of course!)
With years of DIY experience, we decided to share our dedication to drilling, hammering, painting, fixing and creating with the country. Because we’re passionate about helping people of all ages turn a house into a home. And so, Mr & Mrs DIY was born.
From building confidence in the basics to DIY hacks and helping your money go further, we’re here to teach you how to finally get DIY done – the right way.
Here at Mr and Mrs DIY HQ we are constantly working with our brand partners to create fresh new video content which will hopefully inspire and help you with any DIY task, big or small!
Take a look at our YouTube channel and you will find plenty of inspiration and helpful and practical advice to guide you through some of the most popular DIY tasks. We love hearing about your projects so please do post about them on social media and tag us in so we can share with our community.
Craig
One of the UK’s most recognisable and trusted faces in DIY and home improvements, Craig has thousands of DIY hours under his belt and can’t wait to share his experience with you. Even before winning the first series of Big Brother in 2000, he ran a successful building company, working on everything from kitchens to complete home renovations.
Laura
With an art teacher as a mother and a photographer as a father creativity is in Laura’s genes. From an early age Laura was taught DIY by her dad, and it’s been her love ever since. With a strong eye for interior design, heaps of enthusiasm, and never shy with a hammer, she still manages to teach Craig a thing or two in the workshop!
Sydney
We’d also like you to meet our brand mascot, Sydney the Bulldog. Sydney was originally bought as a wedding present from Craig to Laura. She’s since become a big part of Mr & Mrs DIY and is always helping out and getting involved at the workshop.
Benny
Benny is the commercial agent for Mr and Mrs DIY and is tasked with generating new opportunities for us to work with brands and media. He has been Craig’s agent for over a decade and oversees contract negotiations and maintains regular contact with all of Mr and Mrs DIY’s brand partners.
Jake
Our first full-time videographer and editor, Jake slotted into the team straight away and has not stopped since joining Mr and Mrs DIY in 2020. As well as filming content on a daily basis for all of our brand partners, Jake is an excellent video editor and works alongside Craig to ensure that we are delivering first class content for our clients.
Nick
Nick joined the team in 2021 and works closely alongside both Craig and Jake on all video production. Much like Jake, Nick can both film and edit content and has worked on numerous projects in the short time he has been working for Mr and Mrs DIY. He is a great asset to the team!
Jen
Jen is Craig’s PA and makes sure that there’s no slacking at Mr and Mrs DIY HQ. Jen is based in the office all week and works alongside Craig to ensure that Mr and Mrs DIY is a well-oiled machine. Having joined the team in 2020 Jen is integral to keeping Craig organised which is no mean feat!
Ste
Having joined the team in early 2022, Ste has already impressed everyone with his natural ability to create. Craig recognised that while shooting video content we could offer our brand partners still photography as an added service. Ste has taken on the role of shooting stills as well as being our in-house Creative Director and as you can see on our Still Photography Production section. Ste’s has been creating some incredible shots for our clients.
Jenna
Since joining the team in 2020 Jenna has helped oversee and grow our social media output. Working closely with our brand partners, Jenna ensures that we continue to share engaging and informative content across all of our channels. Jenna set up our DIY Fans page which has been a fantastic success enabling our community to share their projects and seek advice when looking to take on DIY tasks.
MR&MRS FACTS
MEET CRAIG
Hobby outside DIY:
Keeping fit/eating
Birthday:
16th October
Vice:
Jammy Dodgers
Favourite food:
Thai.
Least likes:
Traffic in England
Tea or coffee:
Tea
Favourite DIY task:
Bricklaying
Favourite Movie:
Rocky
Favourite colour:
Red
Fear:
Spiders
MEET LAURA
Hobby outside DIY:
Keeping fit
Birthday:
30th June
Vice:
Chocolate and wine
Favourite food:
Japanese.
Least likes:
Rain
Tea or coffee:
Coffee
Favourite DIY task:
Upcycling
Favourite Movie:
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
Favourite colour:
Pink
Fear:
Edges
MEET SYDNEY
Hobby outside DIY:
Sleeping
Birthday:
1st Dec 2018
Vice:
Salmon skin
Favourite food:
Sausages
Least likes:
Cold weather
Tea or coffee:
Never tried them
Favourite DIY task:
Chewing my dog bed made from pallets
Favourite Movie:
I just watch DIY Youtube videos
Favourite colour:
Pink
Fear:
Male Bulldogs (Big ones)
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