You know when you pick up your phone to check ONE thing and somehow an hour disappears? Same. This list is full of fun things to do when you want to put the phone down and actually do something. I’ve included relaxing hobbies, creative projects, puzz...
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More adult like activities
If you’ve always wanted to learn how to crochet but have absolutely no idea where to start, this is such a fun option. The Woobles kits are designed specifically for beginners and include the supplies and step-by-step guidance you need to create your...
Woobles Crochet Kit for Beginners - Pierre
Now THIS is for someone who wants a project. You arrange colorful pieces of glass into your own mosaic pattern and create an actual decorative lamp. It’s different from the usual coloring and painting kits, takes some time to complete, and gives you ...
BOHMR DIY Turkish Mosaic Lamp Kit
Learn something that doesn’t involve an algorithm deciding what you should watch next. Chess is inexpensive to get into, you can play over and over, and there’s always something new to learn. It’s also a great screen-free activity for couples, famili...
Beautiful Handcrafted Wooden Chess Set
LEGO isn’t just for kids anymore. The Botanical sets are made for adults and are perfect when you want something relaxing that still gives your brain a little project to focus on. Even better, when you’re finished you have cute flower decor that won’...
LEGO Botanicals Happy Plants Building Toy for Kids
Now THIS is for someone who wants a project. You arrange colorful pieces of glass into your own mosaic pattern and create an actual decorative lamp. It’s different from the usual coloring and painting kits, takes some time to complete, and gives you ...
BOHMR DIY Turkish Mosaic Lamp Kit
Instead of starting and ending your day staring at your phone, try putting a few thoughts on actual paper. A guided journal makes it easier because you’re not sitting there staring at a blank page wondering what you’re supposed to write. Just a few m...
Intelligent Change The Five Minute Journal
These tiny houses are ridiculously cute and can keep you occupied for HOURS. You build miniature furniture, rooms, plants and decorations piece by piece until you’ve created an entire tiny world. Perfect for anyone who likes detailed projects and nee...
Rolife DIY Miniature Greenhouse Kit - Cathy's Flower House
Instead of giving your brain 300 random TikToks to process, give it an actual challenge. Look for a book filled with Sudoku, word searches, logic puzzles, crosswords and brain teasers. Keep it beside the couch and grab it whenever you catch yourself ...
Brain Games - Puzzles: Left Brain Right Brain
Learn something that doesn’t involve an algorithm deciding what you should watch next. Chess is inexpensive to get into, you can play over and over, and there’s always something new to learn. It’s also a great screen-free activity for couples, famili...
Beautiful Handcrafted Wooden Chess Set
More teen or child like activities
Put on some music, pour yourself something good and paint for a while. You don’t need to be artistic because the picture is already mapped out for you. I love activities like this because they give your hands something to do while your brain gets a b...
4 Pack Paint by Numbers Kit w/ Wooden Easel 8x12
Diamond painting is basically paint-by-number meets tiny sparkly gems, and once you get into the rhythm it can become incredibly hard to stop. You place each little gem onto the numbered design until the full picture appears. Great for quiet evenings...
Diamond Painting Kits: Arts, Crafts & Sewing
Yes, friendship bracelets are back, and honestly I’m here for it. A bracelet-making kit gives you tons of colors and patterns to play around with, and it’s something teens and adults can both enjoy. Make bracelets for friends, your kids, yourself or ...
Pizooro Clay Beads 10500pcs Bracelet Kit
If you want a craft that feels a little more grown-up, an at-home pottery kit is a great choice. Make a vase, planter, jewelry dish or something completely original, then paint it and actually display it in your house. It’s a whole afternoon project ...
Sculpd Air Dry Clay Pottery Kit for Adults
You don’t need a pottery wheel or a kiln to play around with clay. An air-dry clay kit lets you make little bowls, jewelry dishes, candle holders or whatever slightly questionable masterpiece your imagination creates. It’s hands-on, creative and way ...
Pottery Kit for Beginners, 4.4LBS Air Dry Clay
Adult coloring books are perfect for those nights when you want to do something but don’t want to do anything complicated. Grab some colored pencils, put on music or a podcast and color. No skill required, no notifications popping up and absolutely n...