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The inaugural DIY CON, taking place from November 6-8, 2026 in Dallas, is set to bring together HGTV stars, The Home Depot as the retail partner for DIY CON, top DIY creators, woodworking experts, home improvement innovators, makers and creative entrepreneurs for three days of inspiration, education and hands-on learning.
Featuring numerous interactive experiences for attendees, the show will hold The Home Depot’s workshops hosted by a talented lineup of the company’s educators along with DIY creators known for their online presence, including:
- Amanda & Jared Morgan (@ourhistoricalhouse), known for documenting the restoration of their century-old home while sharing practical renovation advice, expert carpentry techniques and timeless design inspiration.
- Jenasie Earl (@msviciousdesign), who has built a loyal following through colorful room transformations, creative thrifted finds, bold design choices and budget-friendly DIY home décor projects.
- Nickell Morgan (@simplyhandmade), who inspires homeowners with stylish, functional and space-saving home projects ranging from renter-friendly upgrades to complete room makeovers. She is also the founder of DIY for a Cure.
- Joining them are Home Depot Customer Training Managers Richard Corliss, Ron George, Mike Cartozo and Kelley Powell, whose expertise spans construction, woodworking, home improvement, customer education, project planning and hands-on DIY instruction.
The Home Depot’s Workshop Stage schedule is as follows:
Friday, November 6
10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
What’s in Your Toolbox: Using These Modern Must-Haves to Build a Personalized Gift
Featuring Nickell Morgan (@simplyhandmade) with Home Depot customer training managers Ron George and Richard Corliss
1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
The Power of Pegboard: Storage and Organization Made Simple
Featuring Amanda & Jared Morgan (@ourhistoricalhouse) with Home Depot customer training managers Mike Cartozo and Kelley Powell
Saturday, November 7
10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
The Power of Pegboard: Storage and Organization Made Simple
Featuring Amanda & Jared Morgan (@ourhistoricalhouse) with Home Depot customer training managers Mike Cartozo and Ron George
3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Handcrafted Holiday: Layer Your Look with DIY Style
Featuring Jenasie Earl (@msviciousdesign) with Home Depot customer training managers Richard Corliss and Kelley Powell
Sunday, November 8
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Handcrafted Holiday: Layer Your Look with DIY Style
Featuring Jenasie Earl (@msviciousdesign) with Home Depot customer training managers Richard Corliss and Kelley Powell
1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
What’s in Your Toolbox: Using These Modern Must-Haves to Build a Personalized Gift
Featuring Nickell Morgan (@simplyhandmade) with Home Depot customer training managers Ron George and Mike Cartozo
HGTV stars Ty Pennington and Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt will be joining the inaugural event for a special live stage presentation and audience experience. Together, they will take the DIY CON Dallas stage for an exclusive panel discussion titled “Building Together: Behind the Renovation.” Hosted by Pennington, the conversation will provide attendees with a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to design, build, renovate and create dream homes while balancing family, business, budgets and real-life challenges.
During the session, the trio will discuss:
- Working together as a couple
- Biggest renovation wins and disasters
- Designing for real families
- Budget versus dream home decisions
- Audience Q&A
Attendees can expect a candid, entertaining and insightful conversation filled with personal stories, professional lessons and practical advice from some of television’s most recognizable home renovation experts.
Pennington and the Kleinschmidt’s join a lineup of other DIY stars previously announced, including April Wilkerson, Sarah Listi, founder of Tool Girls Garage and Kate Albrecht, co-founder of Mr. Kate.
“We’ve been DIYing on the internet for the last 20 years are so excited to finally have an IRL convention for all of our DIY friends to be in one place,” says Albrecht. “We can’t wait to bring the audience into the creative process behind some of our favorite makeovers and help other DIYers learn how to bring their own ideas to life with confidence and originality.”
