Fall is in full swing – and winter is quickly approaching. There’s no better season of the year to get started with a new indoor hobby. Be it knitting, crocheting, coloring, or pottery, the options are truly endless.
In this quick-start guide, we’ll provide you with the inspiration you need to take on a new activity, make the most of the colder days ahead, and reap the benefits of these hobbies. Let’s dive into the world of arts and crafts!
Watercolor Painting or Coloring
If you’ve always been creative, you may just be missing the right outlet! And, as the days get shorter and colder, there’s no better way to put your creative skills to the test and take on a new art form. For example, you could try watercolor painting. This activity has very low entry barriers, you can get started with just a few essential supplies and no major investments!
Alternatively, for an even easier activity that requires fewer supplies, consider the benefits of coloring for adults! This hobby can help you fight stress and calm your mind!
Furniture Renovation
This activity is an excellent one if you are looking for a hobby or craft that allows you to also beautify your home or even create an additional income stream. Plus, this option may just be perfect if you already love spending time at local vintage furniture stores or yard and estate sales.
Getting started with this craft will require you to have a small laboratory or workshop, such as a garage, and a few key tools to work with wood, such as a sander and varnish. Then, the trick is to find underpriced furniture and use your skills to bring these items back to life. And, who knows, you may even be able to use your renovated pieces to spruce up your home ahead of the upcoming holiday season!
Knitting or Crocheting
Over the past years, knitting and crocheting have become all the more popular, even among young audiences. This could be also due to the growing number of influencers, crafters, and artists who have revisited this art, giving it a modern twist.
Today, to get started, all you really need is a crochet hook or needles, a few affordable supplies, and enough yarn to complete the project. Besides relaxation and peace, these hobbies have also been seen to contribute to improved memory, cognitive health, and stress management!
Scrapbooking
If you have always wanted to reorganize your memories, journaling pages, or photos from past travels and experiences, this may be the best season to relive these amazing adventures and bring them together in a scrapbook.
The beauty of this hobby is that you don’t need anything more than just a notebook you like and a pen. However, when bringing to life your scrapbook pages, it may be a good strategy to mix and match different media forms, including photos, written captions and anecdotes, and tokens, like travel or museum tickets. This can really help you maintain your memories alive as the time goes on!
Pottery and Clay Sculpting
Pottery and clay sculpting have become very popular over the past years, also because they offer an infinite range of possibilities when it comes to creating your arts and crafts. For this hobby, you’ll need to invest a few tools to help you get started, but don’t forget that a lot can be found second-hand, which can help you keep your costs down!
Candle Making
Nothing creates a cozy, warm atmosphere during the holiday season like candles. But what about making your own? Sure, you’ll need a few supplies to get started, but today it is possible to find complete kits online, so that you can bypass all the guesswork and get started right away. Plus, this can be an amazing activity to enjoy with your kids!
Hair Braiding and Styling
If you are looking for a hobby or activity that can also benefit your look, outfits, and style, look no further than braiding or hair styling. All you need to do is find the right braid tutorial and put your skills to the test. When practicing, asking your kids or partner to help you can be a great idea to understand key techniques!
Embroidery
Embroidery is quickly becoming a lost art. However, by giving it a modern twist, you can do a lot with your newfound embroidery skills. Just think of how you’ll be able to beautify your garments and home decor or repair clothes!
To get started, you can find plenty of tutorials through Instagram or YouTube to fit any skill levels and design preferences!
Jewelry Making
Always been into jewelry? This may be a great time to get started with creating your own collection! Begin to experiment with inexpensive materials, including semi-precious stones and easy-to-source metals. As your skills and creativity improve, you can bring your art to the next level with more complex design and expensive materials!
Homemade Soap Making
If you are considering creating hand-made gifts for your friends and family this holiday season, why not create your home soaps? This craft allows you to experiment with different scents and ingredients, and bring to life soaps that are natural and personalized to your preferences. Plus, they make for a perfect Christmas or Thanksgiving gift!
Photography Skills
If you’ve found an old camera or have an upcoming adventure ahead, you may consider learning the basics of photography. This art can help you capture special moments and develop an eye for details. Plus, you can bring your camera with you anywhere and test your skills with different techniques and types of photography at any time during your day!
Calligraphy and Hand Lettering
If you’ve always been inspired by ancient books, you may consider taking up the art of calligraphy and hand lettering. Sure, you may not be able to use this skill when writing everyday emails or notes, but it can help you gain an eye for detail and beauty, and it can even improve your hand-eye coordination!
Find Your Muse This Fall!
As the colder months unfold, take your time to experiment with different hobbies, arts, and crafts. And, who knows, you may even stumble across your next passion project!
