On our way home from a family hike a few weekends ago, my daughter asked us what our favorite season was. This question came after Kevin and I had both complained about disliking the cold, windy weather we’d just experienced and me saying that I couldn’t wait for spring so that the trees would bud and the sun would come out again.

After thinking about her question, I realized that I liked all the seasons – except for winter.

It was easy for me to think of all the reasons that I liked the other three seasons.

In the spring, the weather begins getting warmer. We can spend more time outdoors with less bulky outerwear. We can start working on our flower garden again. We begin going on more hikes through some of our favorite trails before the ticks start becoming an issue. This year will be extra special because we will be welcoming our second baby into the family after waiting and wanting them for so long. This spring is a time of birth and new beginnings in nature, and this year, it will be for our family too.

The summer brings even more sunshine and longer days – not to mention the pool and sprinkler! BBQs in our backyard, trips to the beach, and watching the sunset as a family. On some summer nights, we light up the fire pit and toast some s’mores. So many of our favorite family memories have been made in the summer.

In the fall, school will return, and life gets a bit more routine. However, the weather is still nice enough for hikes, and a few more trips to the beach to throw rocks in the water. Our town also has a few nice fall festivals and farms that we enjoy visiting this time of year. I enjoy seeing the colors of the leaves change and the balance between implementing some favorite indoor activities (baking, making soups and stews again) while still getting to enjoy all our favorite outdoor activities since the weather is mild.

But then winter comes. The days get shorter and colder, the sun sets before Kevin is even home from work and we are faced with long evenings and weekends of indoor monotony.
Thinking about it, I’ve realized that aside from the holidays, there often isn’t a lot to look forward to in the winter. Compared to the other seasons, which all have their special activities, and lots of outdoor time, the winter is pretty bland. Something’s got to give, right?!

Julia’s question really got me thinking. How could we make winter better?

If we are going to be stuck indoors for the better part of three to four months, then what time could be better than the present to begin a new hobby or two?

Today I want to share a list of some hobby ideas that would be perfect to start during the winter since they all can be done indoors. Many of these are things your children could learn right along with you!

50 Winter Hobby Ideas

1. Sewing
2. Crochet
3. Knitting
4. Baking
5. Try new Recipes
6. Learn an instrument
7. Reading an entire book series (ex: Harry Potter, Bridgerton)
8. Writing (poetry, start a book!, blog, journal)
9. Painting (watercolor, acrylic)
10. Puzzles
11. Soapmaking
12. Make a vision board
13. Yoga
14. Grow herbs indoors
15. Scrapbooking
16. Learn how to read Tarot
17. Start a mediation practice
18. Wreath making
19. Candle making
20. Take an online class (many free options on the site linked)
21. Chess
22. Join a book club
23. Learn about Astrology
24. Bird Watching (set a feeder outside one of your windows!)
25. Create Terraniums
26. Start a houseplant collection (here are some easy ones to start with!)
27. Make Sensory Bottles
28. Make Jewelry
29. Make DIY Home Decor
30. Listen to Podcasts
31. Learn Coding
32. Wood Burning
33. Start a New Tradition (Friday movie nights, Sunday dinners or tea)
34. Caligraphy
35. Learn a language
36. Start a Youtube Channel
37. Start a Dollhouse
38. Listen to Audiobooks
39. Start a Fish Tank
40. Start a Bucket List
41. Plan a Trip for Summer
42. Photography
43. Learn to Draw
44. Learn a Style of Dance (great with a partner or alone!)
45. Legos (perfect for kids and adults)
46. Learn About Your Ancestry / Genealogy
47. Learn Magic Tricks
48. Explore an Artist’s Entire Discography
49. Learn to Sculpt
50. Basket Weaving
    
    

I hope that this list helped give you an idea or two 🙂

In the comments below I would love to know what are some hobbies that you enjoy!

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