Finding yourself bored or listless? Struggling to find something good to watch on TV, or at a loose end? Crafts can be a lot of fun – and really won’t take much for you to get into! In this guide, I’ll take you through the best crafts hobbies for adults – and why they’re worth getting into.
Why Crafts Are Good For Adults
There are many ways to keep your hands busy and your mind occupied – but have you ever tried getting creative? Art and craft projects may seem like a child’s play at first, but they can actually provide a fantastic source of entertainment and diversion – and what’s more, you may even create a piece or two that you’d like to share with friends and family!
Great craft ideas for adults can range from simple crochet, to creative pottery, and even interior design! It’s also pretty easy to find a new crafting hobby that fits your budget – and no matter what you choose, it’s worth pulling yourself away from stress and strife occasionally. Let’s check out the best crafts hobbies for adults.
Pottery
There are several ways to make pottery – and what’s more, creating with clay can be very relaxing!
Start by attending a beginner’s class to explore whether pottery is something you want to pursue. Then, purchase some clay and heat it in your oven to get started making molds.
Alternatively, you may use air-dry clay, a simple medium to work within the comfort of your own home. You might want to consider making jewelry holders, keychains, and other little items. Take a look at a few ideas online and go wild!
Woodworking
During the lockdowns of 2020, many people started making things like picnic tables and flower pots due to a relatively inexpensive cost! Woodworking is actually a lot easier to get into than it may seem, providing you have the best tools and an arsenal of creative ideas to work with.
For example, a small storage box or birdhouse made with simple tools is a good place to start, or you may take a beginners’ workshop.
Planter boxes are also popular designs to work on. However, take caution. It’s a pastime that is best learned under the guidance of an instructor due to the potential dangers of misusing power tools. Safety first!
Knitting
Many of us can testify that sweaters and cardigans have been handed down through the generations due to this ever-popular, ancestral pastime! Socks, hats, scarves, you name it – you can make a whole winter wardrobe out of a bit of wool and some knitting know-how.
Why not join a knitting club in your area and attend a meeting? There are many free tutorials and needles available for beginners at these events, and you’ll find a host of great guides online, such as via YouTube or Pinterest.
Embroidery
Embroidery is making a return after being out of style for centuries! Despite its origins as a practical way to repair garments, many people have taken up the trade to relax and create something beautiful in their spare time.
Free embroidery designs are an excellent place to start if you’re getting used to simple sewing. There are a plethora of online guides and free video lessons available to assist you in honing your talents, too.
Creating Jewellery
Want to save money on jewelry while learning a new skill? Why not make your own? Fortunately, online jewelry lessons for beginners are simple to follow.
Find a project that interests you, collect the appropriate materials, and give it a go. You’ll need stones, clay, trinkets, chains… a whole host of bits and bobs!
To get the job done, though, you’ll also need pliers, scissors and other toolbox essentials – so, stock up on crafting items before you get too deep into the process. You could make pom-pom earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and more!
Crafting With Paper
Paper crafts appeal to everyone, regardless of skill level. Even non-artists may benefit from working with paper – origami, of course, has been a staple art for centuries!
When searching for something to do with your children, consider taking up a new pastime like this one. It’s simple to get started with this activity since paper is generally affordable.
It’s as simple as picking a doable project, grabbing some paper, scissors, and glue, and getting to work. It’s then generally easy to transform them into recognizable ornaments. With origami, you may not even need the scissors or glue!
Basket Decorating
Creative basket decorating just takes cardboard, toothpicks, felt, and yarn to bring to life – you don’t need any prior experience! You could also add ribbons and trinkets to make it more attractive.
Basket-designing is a great idea if you have some special occasions coming up – you could, for example, create a Valentine’s Day basket for a loved one with just a few materials.
So, let’s take that as an example to start with – here’s what you’ll need to do – making sure you have a basket to hand already, of course!
- Determine the size of your heart first, and then cut it out of cardboard thick enough to hold the form (you can print off a perfectly shaped heart online to use as your template).
- Cut a piece of felt 1/4 inch smaller than your cardboard cut-out.
- Insert toothpicks into the cardboard and secure them with hot glue every 1/2 inch around the outside border.
- Find a spot to begin, then attach one of the toothpicks with some yarn.
- Using the toothpicks, weave the tail in and out of it, pressing it down from time to time so that you have a sturdy, thick wall of yarn.
- To finish, snip the thread and fasten it with a dab of hot glue when you get to the end.
You can add ribbon or other craft items to decorate the edges of your project, too – et voila, as they say!
CD Mosaics
If you have a collection of old CDs, broken or not, you can upcycle them into something interesting for your bedroom wall by crafting a mosaic artwork.
You can make a CD mosaic by slicing them into small-enough pieces and arranging them randomly on a canvas on the floor (some old painting cloth will do).
When you’ve got the kind of style you wanted, get some super glue and start sticking. It’s a good idea to stick CDs as you go, simply because keeping everything in place before glueing can be tricky.
I’m really fond of this concept for decorations! You can make smaller versions into shiny, dangling objects with just a bit of extra string and hang them from a tree!
Summary
We all have the power to create something beautiful, innovative, and imaginative – so, why not give it a try?
Arts and crafts are great fun for relieving stress and passing time – and who knows, you may even find a niche you’re really good at! Be sure to share your creations with friends and loved ones, too.
Originally posted 2021-12-13 08:38:00.