Rewrite only hobbies from this whole text:


basketball
golf
running
walking-Walking is one of my favorite hobbies. I walk alone, with my kids, and with friends for activity and fresh air.
weight lifting- Lifting weight has taken off over the past decade, with many wanting to stay fit. This can easily be achieved by using a “memory foam mat” & dumbbells in the home, so you can train at home
soccer
volleyball
badminton
yoga-This is one of my favorites! You can use a free app like FitOn to find a variety of free classes.
pilates
swimming
ice skating
roller skating
figure skating
rugby
darts
football
barre
tai chi
stretching
bowling
ice hockey
surfing
tennis
baseball
gymnastics
rock climbing
dancing
gardening
karate
horse racing
snowboarding
skateboarding
cycling –Cycling is such a popular hobby now. And with Peloton, you can do this hobby with others from the comfort of your home.
cheerleading
archery
fishing
taekwondo
fencing
water skiing
skiing
jet skiing
weight lifting
scuba diving
wind surfing
kickboxing
sky diving
boxing
board games
brewery games
table tennis
hiking
bowling
juggling
kickboxing
jazzercise/aerobics
cross country –my 11 year old does cross country and it’s such a great hobby for kids!
running track
visiting and walking around area gardens-I wasn’t sure which category to include this hobby in, but I wanted to include it because it’s one of my favorites. Consider a season pass which often gives you access privileges at other garden locations.
Creative/Craft Hobbies
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Creative hobbies include any sort of art hobbies and diy crafts. It’s the focus of this blog, and many others like it.

I’ll link both to examples on this blog or easy ways to get started if you’d like to take up the hobby for yourself!

These creative hobbies are perfect for self-care and to do alone, but you can also find plenty of community and support around many of these hobbies.

If there’s one you’re interested in, you can also check online or your local recreation center for classes or tips.

If you really get into your hobby, it would also probably make a GREAT potential career! Consider a blog or You Tube channel to help turn your hobby into a money-making career.

Here are some of my favorite creative hobby ideas for you to try…

card making
quilling
mod podge crafts– I LOVE mod podge crafts. I do them alone and with my daughter for some quality hobby time.
wreath making
oil painting
watercolor painting– This is a recent hobby of mine that I’ve come to enjoy so much. Painting is so relaxing, and if you take a course or workshop it also becomes a great social activity.
acrylic painting
pastels
drawing (get the ultimate list of things to draw here)
doodling (like these Christmas doodles here)
sketching – Doodling and sketching are such versatile hobbies. Make them in a sketchbook, create cards you can sell on places such as Etsy, or doodle in your planner or bullet journal for some relaxation!
sculpture
cricut/silhouette crafts (find free Christmas SVG here)
diamond painting kit
wood burning
paint by number
glass painting
hand lettering
calligraphy- Calligraphy was one of my very first adult hobbies. I took it up to do my wedding invitations (and those of my friends) and it was such a great skill to learn that I still use on occasion.
tissue paper crafts
stained glass
glass blowing
soap making and soap packaging -I love to make soap! It’s a great, inexpensive hobby that also yields lots of yummy-smelling potential gifts!
candle making
coloring
origami
star gazing
metal detecting
plan unique date night ideas with a significant other
computer hobbies
prose writing
poetry writing
designing graphics
designing free printables –I’ve been doing this for years! I also sell them over at Etsy and it’s one the most satisfying, and engaging hobbies. And once you learn, the sky is the limit. You can design logos, notecards, tote bags and so much more.
floral design
jewelry making
clay crafts
magic
pottery/ceramics
makeup art -This is a hobby I’ve always been interested in but never really taken up. There’s a lot of great YouTube content if you’re interested!
hair styling – Again, lots of great online videos are available for this hobby.
photography
sewing
knitting –I never really got into knitting like I wanted, but it seems like such a relaxing hobby if that’s one of your requirements!
embroidery
crochet
quilting
scrapbooking -I used to love to scrapbook! It’s an easy-to-begin hobby that also is very satisfying when you’re done.
bullet journaling
home decorating
acting
making dream catchers
cross stitch
canvas art –Creating canvas art is a longtime hobby of mine. I love displaying handmade art in my home (and I’ve given some as gifts, too).
fashion design
collage
felt arts
party planning
miniatures
nail art
leather crafts – check out our list of leather craft tools
puppetry
painting rocks
upcycled art
string art
tie dye
rock tumbling
building dollhouses
flower pressing
small space gardening (see this trellis for cucumber post for ideas)
fashion photography (see our best cameras for fashion bloggers to get tips)
making dolls
designing clothes
carving
growing bonsai
collage making
printmaking
flower pressing
macrame
going to museums
make your own stickers (learn about the best sticker printers here)
starting a YouTube channel
preserving florals and stems such as drying eucalyptus
sticker collecting (learn to make a DIY sticker book here)
Mental Hobbies
list of hobbies
Hobbies that fall into this category are great brain boosters!

They may make you smarter, and may even help stave off declining mental function.

Most of these can be done alone, but some lend themselves well to community (such as learning a new language by taking a class, or traveling with a group of friends).

Mental hobbies also look great on a resume. They help make you a smarter, more well-rounded person-and what interviewer doesn’t want that?

Here are some favorite mental hobbies….

reading –I’ve always been a huge reader. It’s a great hobby for relaxation and self-care, as well as a wonderful educational hobby to learn new skills or information.
decorating a planner or Happy Planner
journaling
writing (this list of character traits will help you write expressive and interesting characters)
crossword puzzles
sudoku
word scrambles
Wordle, Strands, Connections and other NYT Games
other word games
learning a new language –Learning a new language is one hobby I wish I had taken up when I was younger. Languages are a challenging, but very rewarding hobby idea.
travel and travel planning
note taking and research
online classes
card games
starting a YouTube channel, Reddit thread etc educating the public on a topic
blogging -I’ve been blogging for over 10 years now and it is one of my very favorite hobbies for so many reasons. If you want to get into blogging, let me know and I’ll send you some of my favorite resources.
games (for example, picnic games)
taking in-person classes at local colleges or schools to learn a new skill
attending lectures
And while blogging is considered a hobby by many (see how to get into amateur blogging), it can also be a career! Read my Mediavine Review and Requirements to see how I made it happen.

book club
volunteering
brain teasers
listening to podcasts
creating a podcast
quote collecting
start a gratitude list
Musical Hobbies
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Musical hobbies are so popular and for good reason! They’re perfect for stress relief, building community, and learning a new skill.

Musical hobbies are not my personal forte, but I’d love to pick one to get better at and gain proficiency in!

If you’re interested in a musical hobby, here are some great places to start…

singing (solo)
joining a choir
dancing
learning to play classical, bass or electric guitar
learning to play keyboard or piano –I’ve always wanted to learn how to play piano! Fortunately, there are a lot of online classes/videos available if this is a hobby you are interested in. That goes for most of the musical hobbies on this list!
learning to play drums
learning to play violin
learning to play cello
learning to play trumpet
joining a band
learning how to read music
start a music blog
learn to write lyrics
concert or choir photography
listening to music
memorizing music lyrics
learning about various musicians/music genres
Collecting Hobbies
Collecting an item or category of items is a fun, low-pressure hobby that you can do slowly without a lot of pressure.

If you add an element of learning about and cataloging the items you’re collecting, you’re turning your hobby into a wonderful brain-enhancing activity, too!

I have several collections, and not only are they a source of joy, it can help make it easier for friends and family to give you gifts!

Here are some collecting hobbies that you may want to try….

baseball cards
sporting event tickets
sports jerseys or other memorabilia
sports books
custom pins
autographed pictures or other items
sports balls or equipment
tshirts –Have a large collection of tshirts sitting around? Consider having them turned into a tshirt quilt for a warm and cozy way to display your collection!
magnets
ladybug art or items
butterfly art or items
red shoe/high heel/glamour items -The one caveat with any sort of animal or item-themed collection-if you let people know about your collection, you will receive these items for gifts forever. I know people with these kinds of collections who almost regretted letting people know about it!
LEGO sets
postcards –Consider something like this to turn your postcards into a statement work of art!
art from around the world
travel brochures
travel books
sea shells
driftwood
nautical or beach inspired art or items
art or coffee table books
ties
shoes
hats
scarves
calendars -Framing favorite calendar pages is a great wall to use your collection for art. You can create an entire gallery wall with your favorite pages.
coasters
books of matches –This is a popular collection (my parents had one) that doesn’t take up a lot of room and also is a great reminder of favorite restaurants you’ve been to.
corks -For wine corks (or bottle caps), this is a fun, space-saving way to display your collection.
wine
bottle caps
rum, whiskey, bourbon or other spirits
spirit bottles
vintage bottles
vintage glass
cookbooks
figurines
boy scouts or girl scouts memorabilia
dolls
dollhouses
birdhouses
bird books or items bird-themed
vintage spools of thread or sewing notions
vintage milk glass
depression glass
kawai or Japanese items or collectibles
Hello Kitty items or collectibles
vintage pyrex
puzzles
spices from around the world
model cars
matchbox cards
candlesticks
candles
painted/decorated rocks
plants –Plants are a fun, higher maintenance, collection that also double as home and porch decor. I love finding and making fun DIY planters for some of my favorite plants and succulents.
mason jars (especially vintage)
candles
cupcake wrappers -I used to have a large collection of these. Once you get started, it’s amazing how many different patterns and colors there are!
china patterns
snow globes
driftwood
christmas art and decor
religious memorabilia
holiday books- This is a fun one, especially if you have kids. Collecting and displaying books ahead of a holiday is a great way to get into the spirit.
snow-themed items
records
DVDs or VHS tapes
fruit-themed decor and items
specific colored items (example: things that are orange)
pez dispensers
unusual or hard to find candy
mirrors
stuffed animals
animal-themed items (example: things related to chipmunks)
bells
video games
Harry Potter-themed items (or another book)
kitschy artwork or collectibles
collecting coffee mugs –I may have an accidental coffee mug collection. I just this mug tree to cut down on coffee cup clutter in my kitchen.
collecting tea cups
collecting teas
stamp collecting
items related to a cartoon, tv show or movie
sheet music
musical instruments
memorabilia from a specific decade
presidential memorabilia
vases or ceramics
rug beaters
cake pans
cupcake/muffin pans -Cake pans are another fun collection, especially if you can find vintage ones! I had a bunch a few years ago that I spray painted the same color and hung as wall art in my kitchen.
Food/Drink Hobbies
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This is one of my favorite categories of hobbies!

Food and drink hobbies can be done alone, but also work well as a hobby where you can meet other people.

cooking
baking
vegetarian cooking/baking
vegan cooking/baking
BBQ or grilling
cocktails
wine, beer or spirits tasting
start a food or drink blog
start a blog focused on snacks
take a cooking class
make neapolitan pizza at home
collect food related items such as unique spices, teas, coffees, etc.
collect cooking related items such as dessert plates, tea cups, china patterns, mugs, etc.-There are so many places to find unique and fun cooking related items. Anthropologie and thrift stores are some of my favorite spots for tea cups and dessert plates.
collect cookbooks or cooking magazines
host a supper club
create elaborate dessert bars
make a recipe a month featuring food from a National Food Holiday for that month
Games/Puzzles Hobbies
A list of hobbies isn’t complete without a section on games and puzzles!

Games and puzzles are a form of hobbies that are perfect for the colder fall/winter months.

Do these online, at home with your family, or with friends for a hobby that can be modified depending on whether you want to practice self-care or make friends and meet new people!

Here are some games/puzzles hobbies to try out…

bingo
online games
sukoku
puzzles
3D puzzles
card games
chess
checkers
other board games
word games and puzzles
video games
games surrounding a theme (for example, Harry Potter Party Games or Fortnite Printables)
lawn games
Model/Woodworking Hobbies
So many people love making things with their hands.

It’s often hard work, but it can be so satisfying to see the end result.

Once you are proficient, these are also great items to sell on places like Etsy, eBay, or at craft fairs.

Here are some model/woodworking hobbies to try out….

wooden-toys
furniture building (I shared some DIY Bench tutorials to get started)
model kits (cars, airplanes, trains, etc)
themed model kits (example: Star Wars or LEGO)
building wooden toys
wood turning
wood burning
wood carving
What Are the Top 10 Hobbies?
Wondering about the top 10 most common hobbies? These are the most popular hobbies for people of all ages.

These hobbies are popular for a reason! They’re easy to take up, inexpensive, and versatile!

If you’re just beginning your hobby journey, try one of these…

reading
doing puzzles
walking
cooking
gardening
yoga/pilates/stretching
creative writing/blogging
crossword puzzles/sudoku
sightseeing
photography
Which Hobby is Best for Me?

There are so many ways to determine which hobby is best for you!

Everyone is different and everyone is looking for something different in a hobby.

Are you looking for a hobby that encourages you to exercise more, spend more time outdoors, make new friends? Are you looking for a hobby that is free or inexpensive? Do you want a hobby that requires little equipment and supplies? Are you looking for a hobby to add to your resume?

Start by thinking about what you want to get out of your hobby.

Then, scroll down to see ideas for hobbies to help you make money, hobbies for women, hobbies for men, hobbies to do alone, interesting and unique hobbies, hobbies to do indoors and more!

Leave a comment with what new hobby you decided on! We would love to hear about it!

Hobbies to Make Money
This is a bit tricky because if it’s a hobby, it generally means that you’re not making money from it.

However, very often, when you put a lot of time into a hobby and become proficient at it, your thoughts may naturally turn to how you can make a profit from your hobby.

If this is you, and you’re looking for a list of hobbies that you can hopefully one day turn into a money making side hustle, start here…

blogging
writing a book, poetry or ebook
selling items you’ve created (craft items, art pieces, knitted hats, etc)
selling vintage items you’ve collected
selling baked goods you’ve made
selling your skills (for example, turning your party planning hobby into a business)
teaching a particular sport you’ve excelled at
teaching a musical instrument
teaching voice lessons
teaching a foreign language
Places you can sell your products include Etsy, Amazon, eBay, Society6, and craft shows/fairs.

I’ve sold on Etsy for a decade now, and it’s been such an enriching and challenging experience. I even created a list of crafts to make and sell on Etsy if you’re looking for even more online selling inspiration.

Hobbies for Women
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Obviously, there are no gender specific hobbies.

Anybody can learn and participate in any hobby they choose.

However, some people may be interested in a hobby that would allow them to make some friends and build community with other women.

If you’re looking for a hobby that is predominately enjoyed by women, try this list:

sports such as figure skating, dancing, cheerleading
activities such as pilates and yoga
arts and crafts activities, including crochet, knitting, watercolors, card making, scrapbooking, jewelry making etc.
collecting items such as shoe or dress-themed items, tea items etc.
book clubs or wine clubs
Hobbies for Men
Once again, anyone can learn and participate in any hobby they like!

If, however, you want a list of hobbies that is predominately male-oriented, try these:

most sports, including most contact sports
model building
woodworking
wood turning
wood burning
BBQ and grilling
beer and spirits tasting
collecting beer bottles
collecting model airplanes, matchbox cars, model cars, etc.
Indoor Hobbies
Especially as the weather cools down, we are looking for hobbies we can do indoors.

While outdoor hobbies have their benefits, indoor hobbies can be done all year round, day or night, no matter the weather.

These are my favorite hobbies to do indoors…

reading
puzzles
journaling
sketching
painting
drawing
board games/card games
yoga/pilates/stretching
listening to music
sewing/crochet/knitting
writing
visiting museums
Hobbies to Do Alone
Likewise, sometimes you want to participate in a hobby with others, and sometimes you just want to do something alone.

Hobbies that you can do alone make for great self-care time!

Here are some of my picks for hobbies to do alone…

reading
puzzles
journaling
sketching
painting
drawing
yoga/pilates/stretching
listening to music
writing
sewing/crochet/knitting
baking
cooking
Interesting Hobbies
Interesting people often have interesting hobbies!

What makes a hobby interesting? Usually, interesting hobbies go beyond the ordinary and usually entail lots of follow-up questions!

If you’ve ever heard someone share a hobby and thought “Oh neat, tell me more!”, chances are, you just had your interest piqued!

Here are some interesting hobbies to make you more memorable and intriguing!

having a unique collection (think: items from a particular time period, world event, movie, memorabilia around a person, place, etc.)
taking up a not-often-thought-of instrument, sport, or language
focusing on a unique food group (for example: wines from a certain region of the world or food such as vegan desserts)
skill-specific hobbies such as vintage costume design or stained glass
traveling to a specific region or area of the world
becoming an Earth advocate–coming up with ways to save the environment, ways to save energy etc.
Easy Hobbies
Sometimes, we’re in the mood for a hobby that is an investment or takes a lot of time and/or skill.

A lot of the time, though, we just want an easy hobby that we can pick up quickly, doesn’t require a huge time or monetary investment, and needs minimal supplies.

That’s where this list of easy hobbies comes in!

Choose one to get started on your new hobby today!

reading
drawing (here’s a favorite drawing book for beginners)
walking
yoga/pilates
stretching
puzzling
journaling
hand lettering
card games
online games
writing
poetry
meditation
Fun Hobbies
crafts for adults
see our best books on painting for a fun hobby!

Obviously, something that is fun for one person very well may not be fun for another.

BUT, there are definitely some hobbies that lend themselves to enjoyment more than others.

Here are some of the most fun and enjoyable hobbies:

hobbies that include others and have a competitive edge (a lot of sports and physical hobbies fall into this list).
hobbies that include others where you are learning something together (i.e. taking a class together).
volunteering
bingo or other group games
getting together with friends and other social activities (try these things to do at a sleepover for activities to do with friends)
creating and working through a bucket list (here’s a realistic 30 by 30 list to get you started)
Do you detect a pattern?

From what I can tell, hobbies that are social in nature and include other people are often the most enjoyable.

Whether it’s a bunko group, a book club, a cooking class or a team sport, doing a hobby with one or more people can be fun and inspiring!

Hobbies for a Resume
Quite understandably, people often want to know what hobbies would look best on a resume or cover letter.

The best answer I can give you to this is to be true to yourself!

If you are passionate and curious about a hobby, this will show through in an interview if you are asked about your hobby.

In short, having an interest in varied hobbies (2-4) can help make you look interesting, curious and ambitious.

Hobbies to Make You Smarter
Our list of mental hobbies is a great place to start if you are wanting to become smarter.

Honestly, though, ANY hobby can make you smarter. Almost all hobbies help challenge you and teach you new skills which, in itself, can make you smarter.

If you are looking not just to be smarter, but to appear more intellectual and intelligent, the following hobbies are great places to start…

learning a new language
reading biographies and autobiographies
playing word games such as Wordle and doing crossword puzzles
attending lectures
visiting museums
watching documentaries
Hobbies for Introverts
If you are interested in activities for introverts, you may want to consider a new hobby!

Hobbies for extroverts and introverts have many overlaps, but if you are looking for a introvert-specific hobby, consider one of these…

reading
film watching/review
starting a blog
crafting
Cricut crafts (see our lists of Disney SVG, Christmas SVG, and other free SVG files for inspiration)
starting a YouTube channel (you can have a YouTube without showing your face, if desired)
podcasting
puzzling
online games
Sudoku
walking
yoga or pilates
writing
drawing-Drawing as a hobby not only enhances self-expression and creativity but also heals the mind and body. When drawing, using a pen that fits your hand can greatly improve the comfort of drawing and bring a smoother creative experience. You can choose Custom Pens Low Minimum at custompens.com.


What Five Hobbies Do I Need?
A popular school of thought says you need five hobbies to maximize your potential and self-development.

Use this list as a starting point for the five hobbies you need, but feel free to switch up based on your own needs and interests.

-A hobby to help make you money. Hobbies that help you make money can be a great addition to (or be in place of) a day job. These hobbies can include: making and selling crafts on Etsy or at craft fairs, blogging, selling on eBay, or offering a service such as dog walking.

-A hobby to help you socialize. Being social is so important to human beings to help stave off loneliness. Why not have a hobby to help maintain those social bonds? Hobbies that help you socialize can include club sports, taking an art class, or joining a book club!

-A hobby to help you stay creative. There are so many ideas out there for hobbies to help you stay creative! Consider one of the following: painting, drawing, sculpting, drawing, writing or crafting!

-A hobby that helps you build your knowledge. Knowledge-building hobbies help make us well rounded. These hobbies can include going to museums, watching documentaries, or doing crossword puzzles.

-A hobby that helps keep you in shape. Fitness hobbies can do double duty in that they can also be social! Consider hobbies such as yoga, tennis, walking or weight training!

Quotes on Hobbies
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Looking for a fun quote to help inspire your hobby journey?

Here are 10 of my favorite quotes on hobbies:

-“I don’t have time for hobbies. At the end of the day, I treat my job as a hobby. It’s something I love doing.” David Beckham

-“A hobby a day keeps the doldrums away.” Phyllis McGinley

–“If something happened where I couldn’t write music anymore, it would kill me. It’s not just a job. It’s not just a hobby. It’s why I get up in the morning.” Hans Zimmer

-“The art of bread making can become a consuming hobby, and no matter how often and how many kinds of bread one has made, there always seems to be something new to learn.” Julia Child

-“Today is life-the only life you are sure of. Make the most of today. Get interested in something. Shake yourself awake. Develop a hobby. Let the winds of enthusiasm sweep through you. Live today with gusto.” Dale Carnegie

-“We were told not to turn our hobby into our job, but to turn our job into our hobby. As kids, we were told not to pursue our dreams!” Khalid

-“I think fashion is a lot of fun. I love clothes. More than fashion or brand labels, I love design. I love the thought that people put into clothes. I love when clothes make cultural statements and I think personal style is really cool. I also freely recognize that fashion should be a hobby.” Anne Hathaway

-“You don’t get stressed if you think your job as a hobby, not as a duty.” Henry Lau

-“When my YouTube videos started to get really big, I was like, ‘Man, this is pretty sweet.’ It started as my hobby, and then I started traveling and learning how to play different instruments, and then it just kind of became my life.” Austin Mahone

-“I think the best way to find out about something is to try to do it to the max. A lot of people take up a hobby or sport and then find an excuse not to carry on with it. Once I start something, I won’t stop until I’m as good at it as I’ll ever be.” Bruce Dickinson

I really hope this list of hobbies gave you some inspiration for the next time you feel bored and want to learn something new!

Hobbies Giveaway
GIVEAWAY! Leave a comment with a hobby you love or want to try! One winner a month will be chosen to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card to help you fund your hobbies!!

I’d love to know: what new hobby would you like to take up?

Thanks so much for reading all about our List of Hobbies {The Ultimate List of 1000+ Hobbies to Try}.

Have a lovely, hobby-filled day!

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Posted onLast updated: October 21, 2024

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Wednesday 28th of August 2024

Thanks for the list, I’m always on the lookout for a good list of things to try and look forward to sharing this with my kids.

My current favorite hobby is gardening!

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Id love to start up cycling clothes as a hobby. I want to get picked on the giveaway to buy a sewing machine.

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