Hey folks! I hope all of our are doing well and staying safe. I have been trying new hobbies in quarantine so, I wanted to come on here and list some hobbies that I have been trying to get into as part of my journey to find myself.
Note: I know this is bit of a weird topic, but I guess it is what it is.
- Sewing.
This may seem like such a grandma thing, but it is actually really fun! And with everything going on, you can make some masks and donate them! (Find a fun hobby AND donate to a good cause, sign me up!) You can also create some pretty unique outfits! (I’m still getting to that part haha.)
Tip- I recently got my machine and all my other supplies, but my biggest tip would be to do your research! By doing that, I was able to get a pretty fairly cheap machine that works amazingly. (Hmm maybe I’ll write a sewing blog post….)
- Photography
I have been on and off with this hobby, but I swear it’s really fun! I did take yearbook in middle school where I learned the basics, but you can find some many resources online! There’s so many articles and books on it, which you can read any time. Plus, with all the new technologies and new Iphones coming out every year, you can just use your phone!
Tip- Honestly, unless you are going full on or are already a professional, I would suggest using your phone or an old camera so you can get somewhat of an idea.
- Playing a musical instrument.
Although I am no way any good at playing the guitar, I love it! You can easily buy a second-hand (or new) instrument and take a class, buy some books, or find something online.
Tip- If you already have an instrument (or are planning to buy one) YouTube is your best friend! Just search up your instrument and what want you want to learn. Here is a great YouTube channel for tab tutorials for guitar on trendy songs.
- Writing.
Even though I am very insecure about my writing, I love doing it! I always write, especially when I am having a bad day. You can just write in some old notebooks or buy a new one and just write!
Tip- If you don’t know what to write about you can try to write something based off your favorite book/movie/TV show or you can find some writing prompts online. (Here is a blog post I wrote on some Halloween-related prompts.)
- Journaling.
I recently got into this hobby and honestly it is SO relaxing. You don’t have to design it in an aesthetic manner. Honestly I just make lists on random things (Should I write a journal ideas blog post…hmmm…)
- Movie bluff.
This hobby might sound like I’m promoting laziness and whatnot, but it’s fun. Anyone down for a movie marathon?
- Reading.
I have also been reading since forever and hey it’s fun AND educational. Depending on what kind of books you read, it can be very educational and help you see other point of views or escape into another world!
Tip- You can borrow free books from libraries (there are online ones too!) or download PDFs. If you do want to buy books, Barnes and Noble is good (but expensive) and so is ThriftBooks (a lot of people have been saying it’s cheap.) Libby is a great online library that I have been using.
- Cooking/baking
This is a great hobby where you can learn something new and create food!
Tip- You can find recipes anywhere online.
- Jewelry making.
This is a very funny hobby that I have been trying to get into (I actually made some alligator earrings!) Depending on what you need to make, you can find a kit online.
Tip- Make sure to do your research on here too!
- Embroidery.
This is also very fun and creative and you can get kits online or in Walmart. It is also a great oppurtunity to create unique outfits for yourself and other people!
- Art.
It is great to get your creative juices flowing and there is so much you can do! Like sketching, painting, etc.
Tip- Try to start practicing on the back of old paper to start getting the hang of it!
I hope you all enjoyed this! Please remember that you are loved and will forever be valid. Don’t forget to hydrate and eat a meal or two while you’re at it.
Safe space 