10 DIY Mounts: Hack Household Items into GoPro & DJI Osmo Accessories
Let’s get one thing straight: camera gear can drain your wallet faster than your battery on a 4K timelapse.
You buy a GoPro or DJI Osmo, and suddenly you’re in accessory hell. Mounts for bikes, clips for helmets, weird suction arms that cost more than dinner for two. And if you're like me—someone who’d rather spend on travel than overpriced plastic—you start thinking... “Can I build this stuff myself?”
Yes. Yes, you can.
And it’s easier than you think.
Most of the best GoPro mounts and DIY DJI Osmo accessories are sitting in your garage, junk drawer, or kitchen cabinet. I’ve hacked together stuff that works surprisingly well—with duct tape, zip ties, and stuff my mom definitely didn’t want me touching.
Here’s the list. 10 DIY mounts made from stuff you probably already own.
1. PVC Pipe Tripod (The FrankenPod)
PVC is like LEGO for adults.
A few connectors, some ½ inch pipe, maybe a saw (or not, if you get the store to cut it). You can build a tripod, rig, or even an overhead frame if you get creative. Add sand or rocks inside the pipes if it’s shaky.
Paint it black if you’re feeling fancy. Or don’t. It’ll still work.
I’ve used my DIY PVC rig for static product shots, interviews, and even some questionable overhead cooking videos. Easily one of my favourite budget-friendly GoPro mounts.
2. Gorilla Tape Bike Mount (a.k.a. The Fast & Filthy Fix)
Branded handlebar mounts are fine. But if you’re in a hurry?
Slap some Gorilla Tape around your GoPro mount and stick it right to your handlebars. Wrap it tight, align it before the final wrap, and test it on a short ride.
Yeah, it’s not permanent. But it’s saved my butt during a couple of spontaneous rides when my “real” gear wasn’t handy.
Can this work for DJI Osmo accessories too? With a clamp or cold shoe? 100%.
3. Phone Suction Mount = Windshield Hero
That old suction phone mount you haven’t used since 2014? Don’t toss it.
Stick it on your windshield or any glass surface. Attach your GoPro (via an adapter or just adhesive), and voilà — instant driving cam. Great for car vlogs or time-lapses.
The suction strength is surprisingly solid. I've left mine on for a 5-hour road trip, and it didn’t move an inch.
Bonus: works with DJI Osmo if you’ve got a mobile gimbal mount.
4. Spring Clamp Helmet Rig
Got an old helmet and a spring clamp?
Clip it right to the top, angle your camera, and you’ve got a quick POV rig. No drills, no fancy attachments. Just fast, reversible, and functional.
One time, I forgot my actual head mount before a trail ride. Did this in 2 minutes. Footage was great. Helmet looked... ridiculous. Worth it.
Use with either GoPro mounts or smaller DJI Osmo accessories. Just check the weight — some gear is heavier than it looks.
5. Shower Rod Overhead Rig
If you’ve got two walls or bookshelves close together, grab a tension-mounted shower curtain rod. Pop it in place, clamp your camera in the middle, and bam — DIY overhead camera rig.
Perfect for:
● Drawing videos
● Top-down recipe shoots
● Unboxings
It’s weirdly stable. Just don’t hang anything heavy on it. It’s a shower rod, not scaffolding.
6. The Clothespin Mount
Take a sturdy wooden clothespin. Hot glue a ¼" screw adapter or ball head on top. Clip it to shelves, desks, cabinet doors—basically anything under 1" thick.
I’ve used this to hold a GoPro while filming a time-lapse of my dog sleeping. Worked like a charm.
It’s one of those small but mighty DJI Osmo accessories you can build in 5 minutes. Looks sketchy. Works perfectly.
7. Backpack Strap POV Mount
Skip the chest rig. Just clip your GoPro or Osmo to your backpack strap.
You can use:
● Velcro straps
● Clamp mounts
● Even zip ties in a pinch
It gives you a more natural angle and doesn't scream “influencer.” I’ve hiked entire trails hands-free with this setup, and the footage came out clean.
Another example of everyday items turning into solid GoPro mounts with zero budget.
8. Broken Tripod? Recycle It.
Snapped leg? Missing plate? Doesn’t matter.
Take the base, glue or bolt a new screw mount on it, and now you’ve got a low-angle rig or stabilizer. Great for static B-roll shots.
I’ve also used mine to weigh down light gear in windy conditions. Ugly? Sure. Effective? You bet.
Especially handy if you're using larger DJI Osmo accessories like mobile gimbals or mics.
9. Plastic Bottle Float Mount
Got a sealed plastic bottle? You’ve got a float.
Attach a waterproof GoPro with tape or a floating grip. It’ll stay above water, and the bottle makes it easy to spot if it drifts.
I once dropped mine in the ocean. The bright label made it easier to find than most pro float mounts.
This can be kind of used for DJI Osmo accessories, but only the waterproof or case-protected ones. Be smart. Saltwater isn’t forgiving.
10. Toy Car = DIY Dolly
Tape your GoPro to a smooth-wheeled toy car. Push it along the floor. Instant dolly shot.
Is it cinematic? Yes.
Is it ridiculous? Also yes.
Does it work? Better than you'd think.
You can get slick, low-angle moving shots with this setup — especially great for B-roll, product videos, or your cat walking in slow-mo.
Definitely one of the more fun DJI Osmo accessories you can hack from a kid’s toy bin.
Final Thoughts (A Little Bit of Real Talk)
You don’t need a studio full of gear to shoot great content.
You don’t even need a proper mount half the time.
Some of my favourite GoPro footage? Shot with duct tape. Some of the smoothest Osmo clips?
Balanced on books and taped to a stick.
With a little creativity—and a few household rejects—you can build out a whole toolkit of GoPro mounts and DJI Osmo accessories that actually get the job done.
So next time you’re thinking of buying another shiny gadget... check your garage first.
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