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Guys, with indoor hobbies you are looking to upgrade your life with more fulfilling and rewarding use of your time. It's time to get a hobby or two or three!

If you're looking for indoor hobbies, things that you can do rain or shine, and practice at home, you're going to love our carefully curated list of hobbies.

These will help you create new ways to get to know yourself and what really inspires you.

Contents

7 best indoor hobbies - #best

Best

6 indoor hobbies for men - #for-men

For Men

5 indoor hobbies for couples - #for-couples

For Couples

5 indoor hobbies that make money - #make-money

Make Money

#Fun

Fun

cool

Cool

#Unique

Unique

#Women

For Women

#Creative

Creative

Cheap - #cheap

Cheap

interesting - #interesting

Interesting

Expensive - #expensive

Expensive

how to pick the best indoor hobby - #how-to

How To

7 Best Indoor Hobbies

Some hobbies are practical, functional ways to keep things flowing on the home front. Others free your mind from pre programmed mental blocks that you grew up with or had to develop over time to deal with life.

1. Upcycle Everything

Maybe you've got a house full of stuff that just reminds you of phases of your life that you're not in anymore. Do not trash those treasures. Give to others and do less harm to the earth by making old but still valuable equipment or products available at a lower price than they could buy it new.

2. Cooking

Some people eat to live and others live to eat. Yet others prepare food precisely to gain health and vitality that the pizza-everyday dudes can't even fathom. Learn how food affects the body. Learn the chemistry of cooking. Use cooking to create.

3. Home Brewing Beer

Every beer aficionado can become more connected to his passion by learning exactly what ingredients and chain reactions cause that warm, comfortable feelings in our bellies.

4. Leather Working

Belts, boots, bags, and leather jewelry are playing fields for pivotal stylistic expression. They are wardrobe staples that get better with age and with quality craftsmanship full of pride and passion, can last years.

5. Investing

If you've got a solid stack of disposable income, don't just put it in savings. Grow it. Play with it the Wall Street way or the cryptocurrency way. Be a part of the inhale and exhale of the economy. Even better, invest in a startup that is trying to craft some magic socially and environmentally. Invest in people you love.

6. Magic

Whether you're going for the magic of illusions or the magic of casting spells to better the world one community, society and culture at a time, there are magic and magic everywhere. Skepticism and logic are no longer where the cool kids reside. Belief in the still-not-yet-explainable-by-science realms is where its at.

7. Candle Making

Yes guys, candle making. Not just with your gal. For you. You'll love the smoothness of pure beeswax and sustainable sourced soy wax. You'll love the homegrown flicker and glow to aid in your meditation practice post-creation.

6 Indoor Hobbies For Men

Do not get caught up in the idea of traditionally masculine and feminine hobbies to pick up anymore. There's been a merge and all past times are available to all of us.

However, maybe you're discouraged by googling endlessly only to find most blogs clearly addressing the ladies and wishing the blogging sphere would speak to us guys directly for once. That we were included in the dialogue. That's where we come in with our list of hobbies for men. 

8. Bowling

Nothing beats the satisfaction of all ten pins coming crashing down. If you want an active hobby that doesn't make you all sweaty and stimulates your drive for precision, you might want to put on your bowling shoes and join your local league.

9. Genealogy

This is the study of your family tree and who your ancestors were. Digging for anthropological information to learn more about who you are, as we carry so much in our cellular memory. Search city hall records and old newspapers. Ask family members for contact info for extended family members.

10. Metalworking

Get yourself a blowtorch. If you were a former pyromaniac with a lighter, you might get double the satisfaction watching metal melt into beautiful forms and shapes in the heat of your torch.

11. Learn A New Language

We can craft new identities for ourselves by tapping into the cultural understandings behind words in new languages. Learn more than just the intellectual translation of words. Feel the emotional links to cultural experiences and belief systems that words carry.

12. Calligraphy

Not only is there beauty and depth in the meaning of words. There are beauty and meditative depth in the artistic formation of the letters. Develop fine motor skills and let your brush flow.

13. Meditation

Play with your breath. Presence your posture. Extensive meditation is not just about relaxation. It is an active realization of all points of view and unlocking answers about life's questions. Study the extended exhale to have visions. No substances needed.

5 Indoor Hobbies For Couples

Shared hobbies with your partner are some of the most rewarding ways to create your unique relationship and get to know aspects of them and yourself and how they fit together like puzzle pieces.

Hobbies for couples create an understanding of how the other thinks and processes situations and how those differ than yours. This creates more empathy and compassion in your relationship.

14. Podcasting

Are you and your other half an absolute hoot together? Do all the ways you play off of each other's sense of humor just light up the room? Are some of the discussions that you have together inspiring because of the different points of view you each bring to the table? Put it all in a podcast so others can enjoy your banter too.

15. Contact Improv

In most forms of couples dancing, one leads, the other follows, and roles do not switch. Contrarily, contact Improv is full of intentional touching, holding, and bearing of weight up and down the entire body, standing, seated, and lying down. The role of leader and follower switch infinitely at any second and your united intuition is why lets you know when and where.

16. Singing

Whether you're an aspiring rock star, or you can hit the low notes that are the foundation for the whole choir, singing is our human birthright. It was the first instrument ever invented. It is a an intimate expression of ourselves that deserves to be unfurled. In the shower, around the campfire, with actual lyrics or tribal utterances, everywhere.

17. Archery

Hit an arrow straight home to bulls eye. Develop awareness of your precision and posture that allows you to do that. Watch how other things you do in life unfold like a perfectly placed arrow.

18. Scrapbooking

Print out actual photos from your cell phone camera and feel how pleasurable it is to organize them into a book designed to honor memories.

5 Indoor Hobbies That Make Money

When you've got a laptop and wifi, and a drive to side hustle to create a better life with more freedom and spending power, you might need some hobbies that make money. Maybe you're crafted creations are professional quality and others would pay you for pieces of their own.

19. Blogging

Blog about unique life lessons you have learned or soul searching experiences you have had on Medium.com or another platform that pays its writers based on reads. For the top writers, its possible to make six figures annually just by sharing an authentic voice that inspires others to be more comfortable in their own skin.

20. Knitting

Anyone can buy a sweater at The Gap. Few can source yarn sustainably and craft their own sweaters from start to finish. Women are cultivating their gross motor skills in non-traditional roles. On the other side of the spectrum, men are also free to develop their fine motor skills to balance their yin and yang polarities too. Sell your best sweaters on Etsy.

21. Carpentry

A skilled handyman is a rare diamond these days. Take your love of fixing things up and building things beyond personal DIY projects and be pivotal in helping others actualize their visions of what their perfect home looks like.

22. Proofreading and Editing

With the world of blogging regarded as a modern marketing necessity, lots of business owners don't have the time to get their info out there in a clean and professional way. Search for freelance jobs on Mediabistro.com. Other content mills like Textbroker.com can be a source for projects.

23. Coaching

If you've got a background in helping people be the best they can be in positive mindset, athletic pursuits, or support in personal healing, you might want to build a side business in supporting others reach their goals and stay on track with intentions and steps.

6 Fun indoor Hobbies

Just because you're stuck indoors doesn't mean you can't have fun. These fun hobbies to pick up can be done without ever stepping outside, and they're as entertaining as anything you'll find beyond your living room.

24. Mix your own cocktails

Become your own bartender.

25. Take online surveys

Entertaining, and sometimes they pay, too.

26. Calligraphy

Learn to write pretty.

27. Petsitting

If you love pets but can't have them yourself, this is an awesomely fun hobby.

28. Create video blogs

Share your thoughts and establish a community, all in your bedroom.

29. Play the violin

If you have a lot of time indoors, this is a great one to pick up.

7 Cool Indoor Hobbies

Some of the coolest hobbies to pick up out there require no outdoor time. Sure, you can't go surfing, but these cool hobbies offer the next best thing to you cool kids stuck inside for a while.

30. 3D Printing

If you have the printer, the stuff you can make is unbelievable.

31. Candle making

A cool, old-timey hobby that prepares you for when the electricity goes out.

32. Online tutoring

Share your knowledge with others, and make a nice buck on the side.

33. Jewelry Making

With a little practice, you can make some incredible pieces.

34. Dominoes

There's a reason old folks love this game.

35. Flower arrangement

Make inside feel like a garden.

36. Gaming

The ultimate cool hobby.

5 Unique Indoor Hobbies

Honestly, confining yourself to indoor hobbies is already a unique choice,  so why not find the unique hobbies that match your situation. These hobbies are fun, but they're also just a little more out there than other options.

37. Essay writing

Miss writing essays for school? Start writing them as a hobby.

38. Enroll in an open university

Take your education to the next level.

39. Invest in the stock market

Feel like you understand the market? Put a little money into it.

40. Automate your home

If you have the tech knowhow, you can live in a futuristic home.

41. Become a Wikipedia editor

Share your knowledge on the world's encyclopedia.

6 Indoor Hobbies for Women

Indoor hobbies aren't just for guys. There are plenty of hobbies for women who either like or have to spend a lot of their time inside. There's no need to sit around bored at home. Instead, pick one of these indoor hobbies and have a blast.

42. Review books

Love reading? Share your thoughts on your favorite books!

43. Belly Dancing

It's healthy, body positive, and very fun.

44. Nail Art

Time flies when you are doing your nails.

45. Bath bomb making

Why waste money on someone else's bath bombs?

46. Join an online forum

Find a topic you're passionate about and join a community.

47. Bonsai

Quiet, relaxing, and beautiful art all in one.

6 Creative Indoor Hobbies

The worst thing about being indoors too long: it's boring. But it doesn't have to be. These creative hobbies can keep you engaged and entertained, no matter how long you stay behind closed doors.

48. Home decorating

Stuck inside? Redecorate your home!

49. Songwriting

If you can strum a guitar, you can write the next hit song.

50. Comic book art

It takes time, but you can draw your favorite characters.

51. Herb planting

Grow the herbs you'll later cook with.

52. Ukulele

Carry it everywhere and play really chill music.

53. Editing videos

Whether personal videos or reediting other's content, this is a creative blast.

5 Indoor Cheap Hobbies

Who doesn't want to have entertaining but cheap hobbies? They're even better if you can carry out these activities indoors because then you can enjoy your hobby anytime. The hobbies below are inexpensive and perfect for year-round entertainment.

54. Blogging

Writing for a blog is practically free and a really entertaining hobby.

55. Podcast

Podcasts are super popular right now, meaning this is a great way to reach people and get yourself heard.

56. Jewelry making

You can enjoy a jewelry-making hobby whenever you like, meaning you can work on it in the evenings and at weekends.

57. Soap making

Have you ever considered making soap? If you are creative and enjoy crafting, this could be your new favourite hobby.

58. Upcycling

Upcycling can be a rewarding and inexpensive hobby which can be carried out indoors.

5 Indoor Interesting Hobbies

If you're hoping to spend your time inside, you'll want super interesting hobbies to keep you entertained. The list below has some awesome and absorbing hobbies to make sure you're occupied.

59. Photo Manipulation

If you enjoy photo editing and using software like Photoshop, you will definitely enjoy photo manipulation. You can learn new techniques using your computer, scanner and printer.

60. Learn Languages

Learning a new language is always a worthwhile activity and it can be done relatively easily from home.

61. LEGO building

People of all ages love LEGO but the great thing about building with LEGO as an adult is that you can create insane displays and models that are way more impressive than when you were a kid.

62. Building Robots

If you enjoy technology, you might find that you're absorbed by robot building.

63. Ceramics/Pottery

Creative people might enjoy working with clay, which can be done indoors all year round.

5 Indoor Expensive Hobbies

Whether you're looking for a cool new hobby to try or you just want to imagine what you could do if you had more money in the bank, these activities are fun but pricey. They can be enjoyed at any time of year and any time of day, making them some of the best expensive hobbies to try.

64. Home aquaria

Creating a tropical aquarium at home can be a very absorbing pastime but it can come with an expensive price tag once equipment, maintenance and exotic fish are added into the mix.

65. Ballroom Dancing

You might think that ballroom dancing isn't a costly hobby but think again - hours of lessons, costumes, travel and competition fees can reach into the thousands per year.

66. Redesigning your home

Redesigning or remodeling your home can be a really enjoyable hobby but it's one that isn't cheap.

67. Virtual Reality (VR)

The cost of VR headsets and software can reach into the thousands, making this super fun hobby one of the most expensive if you want state of the art equipment.

68. Watch Making

Learning to make watches can be time-consuming and expensive but this intricate hobby comes with bags of satisfaction.

Downloadable List of Indoor Hobbies

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How To Pick The Best Indoor Hobby

Maybe you're stuck in your comfort zone and you have no idea what indoor hobby would be best for you because free time is rare. Or you got your hands slapped away from things that interested you as a boy and you're just scared to try something society hasn't always encouraged for men.

Fear not.

1. It's 110% for you

Hobbies are not for anyone else's approval. They're not to appear desirable for anyone else. They're outlets for your personal exploration of what gives you personal pleasure and drives you to sink more deeply into the moments you are enjoying yourself doing the hobby.

2. You are more than you are aware of

There is nothing more rewarding than going out on a limb and finding a deep love for the concentration a new hobby creates in you. Allow yourself to be proud of yourself simply for answering a sense of longing or yearning. Allow yourself to be proud for having a break through that you don't need to articulate in words.

3. You are a better person when you have tried and failed infinite times

Hobbies are not about outer success. They are about the journey and the experience playing with your perceived limitations and crossing assumed, but actually fabricated boundaries. Watch as your life takes off and you emerge confident in your ability to fail fabulously.

More Awesome Hobbies for men

If you liked our lists and you want more to be the best you can be at life, here are some other great lifestyle links to visit:

  1. If you're a gamer, the stuff that comes with your initial purchase eventually runs out and you'll need gaming accessories to fully live the lifestyle.
  2. Grilling is a man's best friend and we're sure you're wondering what the best grills for your money are.
  3. When you are breathing your heart and soul into building your relationship, you'll need to know some sweet things to do for your girlfriend.

Conclusion

Indoor hobbies are ways to enhance your life and make precious use of your time. Indoor hobbies are ways to get in touch with your softer side.

Indoor hobbies for couples are ways to build memories and better understand your partner.

Everyone benefits from a world where indoor hobbies to relax the mind and expand personal repertoire are mainstream. When you've had small personal successes with a list of hobbies at home, this translates to confidence in your success at all endeavors.