Do you know that feeling? You're sitting at home again and have no idea what to do? The weather is bad, your friends are busy, and there's nothing interesting on TV?
Then it's high time you found yourself a varied hobby that will make time fly by. On this page, we present 10 creative hobbies for at home that you don't have to leave the house for, as they can all be done within your own four walls.
We are sure that among our suggestions you will find an entertaining hobby that you will enjoy from now on.
What hobbies are there for at home?
Are you looking for a suitable hobby to do at home? There are actually several great ideas here—even if you might not think so at first glance.
Many people, for example, like to let their creative side shine by making pretty things out of a wide variety of materials.
This is especially fun with your own children or grandchildren—if you have any, that is.
But even on your own, with a little creativity, you can make some really great things that you can then use to decorate your home, for example.
If you are musically talented or would like to be in the near future, learning an instrument is also a great hobby to enjoy at home.
Although this isn't easy at first, once you've mastered the first few notes on the guitar, recorder, or trumpet, you won't be able to get enough of improving your skills in the days and weeks to come.
Do you prefer to be active or have you always wanted to lose a few pounds?
Physical activities such as sit-ups or push-ups can also be fun in the long run, once you have overcome your inner demons.
If, on the other hand, you prefer something a little quieter, yoga could prove to be a relaxing hobby for you—or you could simply take the time to watch movies, series, or listen to podcasts that have always been on your to-do list.
Of course, these are just a few of the many examples of hobbies that make sense to do at home. In our extensive list further down this page, we have compiled numerous creative suggestions for you that are guaranteed to make your boredom fly by.
How do I choose the right hobby?
It's actually not that difficult to find a hobby that suits you. First and foremost, you should ask yourself the important question of which activities you actually enjoy the most. It makes little sense to look for a hobby just to pass the time as quickly as possible.
It is much more important to find a task that provides good entertainment for as long as possible and that you can look forward to day after day or week after week.
It's always a good idea to think back to your own childhood and youth. Back then, you were usually bursting with creativity and had lots of ideas for making a rainy weekend fun. Maybe you can remember what you liked to do as a child and would enjoy reviving that hobby now.
If you can't remember, you can also simply discover completely new creative hobbies for at home. The important thing here is to first choose an area from which your new hobby should originate.
If you are interested in art, for example, there are several varied hobbies to choose from, such as painting, decorating your home, or creative crafts. If, on the other hand, you feel more at home in the kitchen, studying cookbooks and baking books might give you great ideas for new recipes that you can try out for yourself.
Do you enjoy reading exciting stories? Why not write one yourself, which you can then proudly share with your friends? There are no limits to your creative freedom when writing.
So you see, it's not that difficult to find creative hobbies for at home. All you need to do is take a few moments to ask yourself what you really enjoy and are interested in. If you're still not sure, we've put together a guide for you here.
How to find the perfect hobby: A guide for adults
1. Reflect on your interests and passions
Take some time to think about past hobbies that you enjoyed as a child. Did you like doing crafts, or did you enjoy puzzles? Ask yourself whether you are interested in art and culture, love music, are good with your hands, or would like to be physically active.
2. Try out different hobbies
Try out different hobbies to find out which ones you really enjoy. Sign up for taster courses or attend workshops.
This will help you quickly identify which hobbies suit you and which are less appealing. Take advantage of any discounts available to adults.
3. Stay flexible and open to new ideas
Stay flexible and open to new experiences. You may discover something you never expected when searching for a hobby. Don't be afraid to try new things and step outside your comfort zone. It can be very enriching.
4. Maintain a healthy balance
Make sure you find a healthy balance between your hobby and other commitments in your life. Your hobby should be a positive addition to your life and bring you joy without neglecting other important aspects of your life or causing you stress. Find a balance between your responsibilities and your passions to lead a fulfilling life.
5. Be patient and don't get discouraged
Sometimes it can take a while to find the right hobby for you or to develop your skills in it. Be patient with yourself and don't get discouraged if you experience setbacks or challenges. Every learning process takes time and practice. Keep at it and don't give up, even when it gets difficult. Over time, you will make progress and continue to develop your skills in your hobby.
The best hobbies for at home
You found our suggestions for discovering a creative hobby helpful, but still need a few more specific ideas?
No problem: In our list below, we have compiled 10 creative hobbies for at home, among which you will hopefully find something suitable for you.
1. Create a photo wall with family or vacation pictures.
Even if you're all thumbs when it comes to crafts, you can't really go wrong with this creative hobby. Just take your time and look through the latest digital snapshots you've taken yourself or with your family.
Simply print out your favorite pictures —or have prints made online. You can then use the photos to create a fantastic photo wall that you're sure to enjoy looking at time and time again.
There are no limits to your creativity here, as you can create the photo wall on photo cardboard or canvas, for example.
Decorative elements such as stickers, glitter, or sprinkles add extra value to your photo wall and allow you to express your creative side.
Another tip: With Tesa poster strips and/or UHU Patafix, you can remove the elements without leaving any residue if you wish.
2. Make a decorative door wreath
If you think your front door looks too bare, you can spruce it up in no time with a beautiful door wreath.
Ideally, you can find ready-made door wreaths made of straw or willow branches in stores, which you can then decorate according to your personal preferences.
Just grab a hot glue gun and use it to attach a wide variety of decorative materials to your wreath.
These could be plastic petals, which are available in a wide variety of sizes and shapes, for example, but decorative sprinkles and items collected in the forest are also ideal for embellishing bare wreaths.
This creative hobby can be enjoyed in any season: in fall, for example, you can make a beautiful door wreath with small pine cones, decorative mushrooms, and decorative leaves, while in winter, an atmospheric Christmas wreath with battery-powered fairy lights is a good choice.
If you need some inspiration for your wreath, simply enter the words "door wreath" into Google Image Search—you'll be surprised at how many unusual creations you'll find for every season.
3. Craft cute decorative figures from natural corn cobs
Even if you're not a big fan of corn, you can do some really cool things with corn on the cob. If you buy several ears of corn at the supermarket or fruit and vegetable store and let them dry thoroughly, you can use them to make cute figures in no time at all.
All you need is a large Styrofoam ball, which you can buy at almost any good craft store. Use a toothpick to attach it to the top of the corn cob while it is still soft—paint a cute face on the ball beforehand.
To ensure that the corn cob stands upright, simply glue it to a flat surface using a hot glue gun—a small tree slice, which is also available from craft stores, works well here.
You can then use craft felt to make your corn man a nice cape and hat, which can also be attached with the hot glue gun. There are no limits to your artistic freedom here.
It's also worth taking a look at Google Image Search for corn men, where you'll find a variety of creative suggestions.
4. Assemble a 3D puzzle
Are puzzles only for small children?
You should abandon this misconception, because there are now also unusual 3D puzzles made of wood that are specifically aimed at adults.
With them, it is possible to assemble a three-dimensional structure that not only lies flat on the table, but also extends partially into the air.
In addition to Ravensburger's 3D puzzles, which allow you to assemble the Eiffel Tower, Big Ben, or the Statue of Liberty in New York, among other things, it's also worth taking a look at the particularly creative 3D puzzles from Ugears: By simply plugging the individual parts together, you can build impressive works of art such as a motorcycle, a jewelry box, a convertible, or a race car.
The special highlight: each of Ugears' in-house models is movable and offers additional mechanical features that provide plenty of entertainment even after assembly.
Or perhaps you enjoy a traditional puzzle: on a rainy weekend, a puzzle with over 1,000 pieces can definitely prove to be an entertaining challenge —even with your own children.
If you like 3D wood projects, you'll love Book Nooks. These little works of art transform the gap between your books into an illuminated miniature world.
Imagine: between two novels, a winding alleyway, a cozy bookstore, or an enchanted forest suddenly appears. You assemble the diorama from wooden pieces and design the details to your liking.
What makes it special? You combine different creative techniques: woodworking, design, and LED lighting. Every finished Book Nook will be a real eye-catcher in your home.
5. Discover embroidery or crocheting for yourself
Embroidery and crocheting are entertaining activities on rainy days and remain a great pastime today.
If you haven't tried it yet, you should definitely think about learning these two creative hobbies. Once you get the hang of it, you can use your new skills to make lots of beautiful things.
With crochet, for example, you can make a beautiful scarf, hat, or bag, while with embroidery, tablecloths or cushions can be embellished with pretty motifs using the so-called cross-stitch technique.
There are plenty of crochet patterns available on the internet, but you can also buy handy embroidery kits including embroidery templates in stores, which make the work much easier, especially for beginners.
6. Cooking and baking creatively in the kitchen
Creative hobbies for at home do not necessarily have to involve crafts: there is also plenty of potential for creative results in your kitchen at home. Cookbooks and the internet offer such a wide variety of recipes that it is unlikely you will get bored anytime soon.
Why not use your free time to try out new recipes that you haven't dared to attempt before—or go in search of innovative recipe ideas from foreign cuisines. Do you prefer sweet to savory?
No problem: tie on your apron and treat your family or yourself to a delicious cake, tasty cupcakes, or winter cookies. Our tip: Create your own cookbook or baking book by cutting out delicious recipes from magazines and filing them neatly in a ring binder—that way, you'll always have something to do even when you're not cooking.
7. Spruce up old furniture
Every home has one or two pieces of furniture that are in desperate need of an upgrade. Even small adjustments can creatively spruce up an old cabinet or shelf, transforming it into a piece of furniture that looks almost new.
You don't necessarily have to resort to paint and brushes: special furniture film is available in stores that can be easily applied to cabinets, shelves, etc., giving them a modern and fresh look.
Alternatively, you can simply change the layout of a shelf or add some atmospheric lighting.
Special battery-operated mini lights are available in stores and online for this purpose. They can be easily attached to the desired surface and then switched on using a remote control.
Many designs even allow you to choose your preferred light color, so you can make your shelf shine in blue, green, yellow, and many other colors.
8. Paint a pretty picture
Did you enjoy painting as a child? Then let your artistic creativity run wild in your old age too.
You can buy canvases in a wide variety of sizes for very little money in specialist shops, and the matching watercolors, acrylics, or oil paints and brushes are also not too expensive to buy.
You will see: the longer you spend painting, the quicker you will be able to create a beautiful picture that can then serve as an atmospheric decoration in your living room or bedroom.
Inexperienced painters in particular will find it worthwhileto take a look at the basic painting set from the sadly prematurely deceased painter Bob Ross, which includes the necessary equipment as well as detailed painting instructions.
9. Learning foreign languages
If you are interested in foreign countries, you will certainly enjoy learning a foreign language. Nowadays, this is no longer so complicated, as you don't have to pore over thick textbooks.
Many languages, such as French, Spanish, Italian, and of course English, can now be learned with the help of special language learning apps such as Babbel or Dualingo.
With many of these apps, you can also collect small rewards for your progress, which makes using them even more fun.
If you approach learning a new language with a certain degree of seriousness, you will definitely enjoy putting your newly acquired skills to the test on your next vacation abroad.
10. Just read a book
It sounds really banal, but it's a lot of fun: instead of staring at the stupid TV, you could just read a good book again. Despite increasing media consumption, books are more popular than ever, and there really is something for everyone.
Just take an afternoon and stroll through a bookstore near you—the salesperson, who is struggling due to online retail, will appreciate it too.
Alternatively, you can simply listen to an entertaining audiobook or an alternative radio play, which will make the time fly by on a rainy afternoon and, at the same time, relax your body and distract you from your hectic everyday life.
Did you know that there are relaxing hobbies you can do at home?
