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Renovation
fromIrish Independent
22 hours ago

Self-build story: 'It awakened something in me; I probably did it in a past life. But I've finally found a really creative career that I love'

A West Cork bungalow combines Irish and French design elements, focusing on light and texture to create a Mediterranean-inspired family home.
Coffee
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

Repair Cafe brings together neighbors with broken items and the experts to fix them

Royersford Baptist Church hosts a community repair event where local experts help fix broken household items, promoting sustainability and neighborly support.
Remodel
fromWIRED
1 week ago

15 Design-Forward DIY Tools Worth Upgrading to This Year

DIY has evolved into a significant cultural force, with the global market nearing a trillion dollars, driven primarily by cost-saving motivations.
Coffee
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Upcycle Old Shirts Into This Kitchen Tool For A Cozier Coffee Routine - Tasting Table

Creating reusable coffee cozies from old shirts enhances kitchen coziness and self-care routines.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

My rookie era: After my panic attacks, woodworking became the one good thing I could count on

Woodworking provided therapeutic relief from panic attacks and trauma, requiring acceptance of challenges, mistakes, and expert guidance over idealized expectations.
#analog-hobbies
fromFortune
1 month ago
Digital life

'It feels like a video game, but in real life': Gen Z's love of analog 'grandma' hobbies jump from Pokemon to bird-watching, scrolling to needlepoint | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
Digital life

'It feels like a video game, but in real life': Gen Z's love of analog 'grandma' hobbies jump from Pokemon to bird-watching, scrolling to needlepoint | Fortune

Digital life
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Why Sucking at Your Hobby Could Be a Secret Weapon

Hobby apps create social pressure to optimize and track activities, transforming hobbies from purposeless enjoyment into performance-driven pursuits similar to conventional social media.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

My mom has been collecting miniatures for 50 years. They have taken over our 1000-square-foot basement.

Celina Myers' mother has collected miniatures since age 14, filling their entire basement with thousands of organized tiny treasures that continue to bring her joy despite physical disability.
Education
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

For months, I felt constantly bored and disengaged from hobbies I used to love. Then, I started saying yes to everything.

Saying yes to new experiences builds friendships, reduces phone dependency, and increases life enjoyment through intentional engagement with unfamiliar people, activities, and places.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

New year, new you: Shake up your routine and shop our favorite hobby kits for adults

It's never too late to pick up a new hobby. Shop our top picks for easy things to try, and you may just discover something you love. BAISITE Paint by Numbers Kit for Adults Beginners This paint-by-numbers kit is a fun way to get creative and relax. It comes with a canvas, brushes, and paint pots, everything you need to get started. When you finish, be sure to showcase your new skill by displaying your artwork at home.
Arts
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

The craft hobby retirees are picking up that sells surprisingly well at local markets - Silicon Canals

I thought retirement would be about slowing down, but this gives me more energy than my teaching job ever did.
E-Commerce
Social media marketing
fromFullfact
2 months ago

Hobbycraft isn't offering yarn craft kits to those who fill out a survey - Full Fact

Hobbycraft is not running a promotion offering a Red Heart Mega Yarn Craft Kit; circulating Facebook and WhatsApp posts are fake.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Making things that make things

The advertising industry has always been in the business of making things, such as the OOH billboard, the 30-second spot, the snappy social post, the standard website: final, finite assets polished and pushed into the world. Agencies were paid, often by the hour, for producing final versions of these things and then moved on to the next project. Even with generative AI entering the picture, much of the conversation remains focused on making those same things faster or cheaper.
Marketing
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

8 fun hobbies that instantly make someone over 60 appear more energetic and alive than their peers - Silicon Canals

When I think about my neighbor who just turned 65, I'm struck by how different she seems from others her age. While some of her peers have settled into quiet routines, she radiates an energy that makes people assume she's a decade younger. The difference? She discovered salsa dancing last year and hasn't looked back. Age might be just a number, but let's be honest: How we spend our time shapes how others perceive our vitality.
Wellness
Design
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Most Adorable Kitchen Decor Starts With Tiny Hobby Lobby Finds - Tasting Table

Use inexpensive miniature pieces from Hobby Lobby’s dollhouse aisle to create colorful, kitschy kitchen wall or backsplash displays for under $10 per item.
Board games
fromBoard Game Quest
2 months ago

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 2/2/26

A weekly roundup of crowdfunding board game campaigns, community invites to BGQ Discord and Facebook, plus games ranging from solo adventures to deluxe editions.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

8 hobbies Boomers love that are actually old school therapy they don't know they need - Silicon Canals

Traditional Boomer hobbies like gardening, bridge, and tinkering function as low-cost, effective therapeutic practices addressing anxiety, depression, and cognitive decline.
fromBackyard Garden Lover
2 months ago

4 Ways Social Media Is Ruining DIY

Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram promise quick DIY wins, but they often set unrealistic expectations that turn hobby projects into costly disasters. This piece uncovers four key ways social media undermines DIY success, drawing from expert warnings and viral pitfalls.
Renovation
E-Commerce
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

I'm Bringing a Magnet with Me the Next Time I Go Thrifting (the Reason Is So Smart!)

Bring a magnet when thrifting to test item magnetism; real silver and some other valuable metals won't stick, aiding identification and resale decisions.
Arts
fromApartment Therapy
2 years ago

64 Ways to Have the Most Fun Staying In with Your Friends

Host cozy at-home craft nights with friends featuring simple DIY projects like bracelet making, candle pouring, crochet, painting, cake decorating, swaps, and mood boards.
Mindfulness
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

13 Creative Ways to Fill an Analog Bag if You Want to Stop Staring at Your Phone

An analog bag is a portable tote filled with tactile items to replace phone use, encourage hobbies, reduce doomscrolling, and provide relaxation and accomplishment.
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

This Cottagecore-Loving Content Creator Spends Her Sundays with Matcha, Yoga, and a Trip to the Greenhouse

A cozy 1930s Denver apartment blends cottagecore decor, DIY projects, and abundant houseplants, with Miracle-Gro products supporting easy indoor plant care and Sunday routines.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

You know you're officially middle-aged when these 7 weekend plans sound perfect instead of boring - Silicon Canals

People in their thirties and forties are redefining weekends toward restful, productive mornings—farmers' markets, meal prep, and morning coffee—over late-night socializing.
Mindfulness
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

My husband and I started doing adult paint-by-numbers to get off our phones. The hobby's benefited us more than we expected.

Adult paint-by-number kits help a couple reduce phone use, reconnect, and enjoy shared, offline creative time.
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