I am totally hopeless at D.I.Y !

SailorSam

When i hear people people say ... "I can't do that". I don't believe them.
You're here posting on the computer and yet lots of people say they can't use a computer, and i'm sure you're using it better and quicker than the first time you tried.
It all comes down to having a go and practising. The more you practise the better you get.
Go to a class; then read a book and keep reading more books until you understand. Then have a go, the first time something less important and where people can't see the results.
But it all comes down to trying, and you'll get better each time you try.

27col

Exactly my thoughts SailorSam. Nobody knew how to do it themselves when they started. You try things and if they don't work. or you find that you are no good at them, then you rethink what you are trying to achieve, and either get someone else to do that particular job, or you try a different way to do it. What you don't do is to convince yourself that "I'm no good at DIY".
For most of my married life I never earned enough to pay someone to do my jobs. So, they either did not get done, or I did them as well as I could myself.

Norman_Castle

My question is - Do you think I should enrol on some kind of DIY course which would help me gain knowledge and perhaps practical skills in general DIY around the house, or do you think that would not be a good idea, since I may not be able to operate the tools effectively, anyway.

Yes, enrol on a course to find out what you are capable of. A willingness to try is a good start. Have fun.

soupdragon10

Have you tried to work out why tools don't suit you? For example there are many different types of screwdriver handle, so it may be worth looking around to see if there are any brands/types that you are comfortable with.

I find a ratchet screwdriver suits me as I have arthritis and a rsi in my right hand so using this type is easier.

If it's something you don't enjoy, and don't want to do discuss this with your OH. My OH absolutely hates DIY so I do that and he does the ironing (a loathsome pastime). Much rather wield a screwdriver than an iron.

It isn't something you have to do, you can chose to take responsibility for other areas of your home without having to use DIY skills.