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12 Potential Hobbies To Fill Your Otherwise Boring, Drab Days

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Alicia Burdette
Feb 20, 2018
Ohio University
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12 Potential Hobbies To Fill Your Otherwise Boring, Drab Days
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Although it can be difficult to find time for a new hobby, when you do have the time to spend on a hobby, it would be great to know what that hobby could actually be. Here are just a few ideas of some potential hobbies you might just start right now.

1. Crocheting

There are many books and YouTube videos by people who teach the very basics of crochet. It is simple to learn and over time, you can feel great success in finishing hats or blankets.

2. Hiking

Getting outside is great for you, so find some new places to explore and get going.

3. Photography

Photography is an extremely popular hobby- and no, you do not need the world's most expensive camera to get started. Thanks to Pinterest, you can learn all the basics and find some great inspiration for new photos.

4. Learn an instrument

As long as you are committed, you can definitely learn to play an instrument. Find someone you can take lessons from or start online - whatever works for you.

5. Reading

Of course, reading is a classic hobby. You can go to your local library or find some really interesting books online. And if you are struggling with what to read, there are plenty of lists online to give you some great options depending on what you like.

6. Hand lettering

Calligraphy is a really easy hobby to start. You can even start with just a marker if you do not want to spend the money on a special pen.

7. Watch documentaries

Find some documentaries online that sound interesting to you and start watching them. It can be nice to just sit and watch something on television, but learning something while you do it is even better.

8. Baking

The best things to eat are usually baked. You can find some really easy recipes online; just be careful not to burn anything!

9. Yoga

Many people love yoga and attend classes regularly. You can find yoga mats really cheap in-store and online. After that, all you have to do is a find a class and give it a shot.

10. Blogging

Blogging has become so popular, and there are so many websites that make starting one really simple.

11. Drawing

Even if you are not someone who was born with artistic skills, you can still find tutorials online. You can draw just for fun or use the skills you learn to make cards or pictures for your house.

12. Gardening

As long as you have somewhere to start a garden, you can garden. You can plant flowers and even grow your own fruits and vegetables.

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