7 New Hobbies to Learn This Spring Break
By the Pinspired Sisters
March Break can be such a fun time if you are one of those lucky people that get to go someplace warm and sunny. It can even be fun for young kids who have all kinds of library programs, playdates, and fun activities planned. But for the slightly older kids who are stuck at home, the pre-arranged activities may not be as much fun. So if you are looking for ways to keep them away from their screens 24/7, learning a new hobby may be a good activity.
March Break is a good length of time to be able to commit to learning something new. Whether you search out an “expert” such as Grandma, a neighbour, or a friend, or you turn to the Internet for online tutorials and YouTube videos, a hobby is a great thing to work on for the week. It leaves everyone with a sense of pride and accomplishment, and hopefully a new set of skills. Here are a bunch of hobbies that can be learned in a week– by both girls and boys.
- Sewing: You can do this either by machine or by hand. Start with something small, like a pillowcase with cool fabric.
- Embroidery/Needlepoint: Create a small wall-hanging or a bib for a new baby.
- Knitting/crocheting: Again, starting small is key. A baby blanket or a scarf is a great project. The chunkier the yarn is, the faster the project goes.
- Woodcarving: Often grandfathers are good teachers for this. Keep safety in mind, as the tools can be very sharp.
- Chess: This is such a great game of strategy. It promotes thinking ahead, two and even three moves in advance. You can also play it online, but nothing beats playing against a real opponent on a well-loved chess board.
- Small appliance repair: This is a great skill to learn. Do you have a small appliance that doesn’t work? A radio that’s ready for the dump? Get out the tools and let your child take it apart! Find out what all the pieces are for and try to repair it or put it back together. Again, safety is very important here.
- Sports Card Collecting: Hockey and baseball seem to be the most common ones. Hunt down some older ones from second hand stores or from relatives’ attics. You never know what treasures you will find. Get a binder to display them, and do some research on what makes them valuable or not.
- Geocaching: This isa fun way to combine technology and outdoor time. Do some research online about where are the best places to go, and any hints or tips that others may have.
Are there any hobbies that we have missed from our list? How are you helping your older children keep busy this week?