fall is the perfect time to pick up new hobbies (especially cozy indoor ones) so i've been knitting lots recently! here are just some things i've found helpful 🤍

This article is meant to serve as a helpful guide to the perfect present for the man in your life that already has it all! These unique gifts hit all different niches, from Legos to Power tools! I hope you find it helpful!

After spending YEARS in the crafting world, I bring you all of my helpful tools that have made crafting SO much easier. It has taken me lots of searching and years to compile these awesome items and I'm excited to have one list for you to find it all! Let me know if you have any questions :)

I'm a bit of an at-home mixologist enthusiast, and I absolutely love it! My place is like a mini cocktail lab where I get to play around with various spirits, liqueurs, and fresh ingredients. It's all about finding that perfect balance of flavors, and I take it seriously. My bar setup is a point of pride for me, stocked with a wide range of mixers, syrups, and garnishes to experiment with. Whether I'm shaking up a classic martini or concocting something totally new and unexpected, I find joy in the art of mixing drinks. So, here's to transforming ordinary evenings into unforgettable experiences, one cocktail at a time! Cheers! 🍹🥂

Here are all the tools and elements you need to make some really cool resin projects.

I’ve been playing instruments since I was around 5 and can play bass, piano and drums. There’s always essentials that you need so I’ve curated a few basics if you’re just getting started and also some things you absolutely do not need but will somehow make you look even cooler while playing. I am such a sucker for any possible customisation or way to add my own personality into things so hopefully this will give some inspiration :) These are written with the basis of already owning the instrument.

Each Sunday we have family time. These are the things we like to play and do!

My quilting must-haves! A great selection of tools to get you started quilting. Don’t be afraid to be thrifty with your sourcing! Search the used market, borrow from a friend, or spend an afternoon with your mother or grandmother using her supplies!

Listening to music is like reading a book. It has its own story to tell. I listen to many genres which range from classical all the way to death metal, but there are just some songs and bands that I can listen to over and over again without pressing the skip button.

All of the games that kept me company this year

One of my favourite hobbies is to sit down with a cute colouring book and some sweet markers. I could sit for ages turning a blank page into something worth staring at. These recommendations are colouring supplies I recommend that make this hobby just a little bit more enjoyable.

Part 2 of recommendations on Netflix. Good shows and new series coming out, I have these on my list, have watched them, or I am now rewatching them all over again🙂.

For all of my favorite Sims 4 who know how to tell a story with pixels SO good that click next like it's a TV series on Netflix. This Simmers includes family and grown Sims 4 play that are character-driven stories. The storytelling is elite and channels I'm always excited to see a new video from.

One of my top hobbies is solving fun mysteries. I love books, games, and puzzles with high stakes that really make you think. Check out this list for some of the best interactive mysteries!

Of course! Here’s a more detailed version: "Okay, so if you *really* know me, you know I’m *obsessed* with podcasts! 🎧 Like, my mornings? They start with an episode or two. During the day, whether I’m commuting, working out, or just chilling, podcasts are my soundtrack. And at night? If I’m not lost in an audiobook, I’m definitely diving into another podcast episode. It’s literally my daily ritual, my go-to stress buster—absolutely love it! 🌈✨ So, I've put together a list of my all-time favorite podcasts that span all sorts of genres. Trust me, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s get into it, and maybe you’ll find your new podcast obsession too!"

I recently fell in love with diamond painting and really started to organize myself and find the right products that work for me. Everything here is what I use and really enjoy using.

Discover my top-rated knitting and crochet supplies in this carefully curated Benable list! 🧶 Whether you’re an experienced crafter or just starting out, these highly-recommended tools, accessories, and yarns will help you create stunning projects with ease. Handpicked for quality and value, this list includes everything from ergonomic crochet hooks to luxurious yarns perfect for any project. Click now to explore the best knitting and crochet supplies to elevate your crafting experience and bring your creative visions to life!

This list is full of supplies for making handmade soaps. It's great for creating your own soap for yourself or to sell as a side hustle or small business. It includes all kinds of items you can use, whether you want to go with an older method or a newer method, whether you're a beginner or a pro.

random things, big and small, from trinkets to apps, that make my life a little better every time i pick them up. they bring me such joy, and i hope they do the same for you!

In anticipation for race week, these are my faves that I'm eyeing! If you're also a fan, please let me know your fave team/driver that you're supporting this 2025 season!

These items are some of my go-to materials, favorite project products and most often used items when I get the itch to be creative. We have done everything from building with wood to creating with clay.

I am a lover of entertainment - I’ve also worked on tv and film as a background actress and as part of the crew as a Production Assistant. These are shows I’ve watched multiple times because to me they are always highly enjoyable no matter how many times you see them👏♥️

If you're looking to start a new hobby, look no further! These items give you more bang for your buck! Bead & wire art is an incredibly versatile undertaking. There are literally endless possibilities to what you can make, which is why I've chosen this subject for my first list! If you're wondering what “Level 1” means, it's my way of organizing based on budget. I know all too well how difficult it can be to get into a new hobby when you don't have a lot of wiggle room in your paychecks. I hope this helps! Visit my social for creative ideas on how to use these items!

Best 90’s Grunge Albums. Grunge music runs through my veins. I was in my 20’s in the 90’s so these songs remind me of being young. But I regularly listen to these songs nowadays. They touch me like no other songs do. Go discover them for yourself.

These Christmas songs are in High Rotation in our house and car this season. What is your favorite?

Your guitar is screaming at you to spice things up! Time to listen.

Yes…my musical tastes are a bit eclectic. Check out my list. You just might find your new favorite artist!

Shops I have ordered from and my experiences with them

The Ultimate List of Fun and Laughter for When Your Grown-Up Kids Come to Visit – Filled with Bonding Game Ideas. A lot of the games work for age 8 and up but I am targeting for over the age of 18 for this list. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases—at no extra cost to you!

my chirstmas vibe for the rest of forever is handmade and cozy! this list is a bunch of diy ideas for christmas decor with some other decor items that feel cozy and homemade.

Anything offensive or snarky that isn't necessarily demotivating can be found here. God-lovers beware; logic and common sense inbound. Fuck this optimization bullshit…

My must-have and must-try crochet supplies and yarn list. I recommend everything here!

Here is my Christmas must haves! Buying stuff for people can be a struggle sometimes, especially when you arent sure if it is good or not. But the items that i have shared are all things that I actually have bought or tried myself and can say with full confidence that any person will love them. I hope these ideas help you find the perfect gifts! A lot of these items are super affordable and things that people actually want and can use past the holidays. As they say the “gift that keeps on giving”

A list of cute back to school and teacher designs that can be used for many craft projects. There are files in this list for laser cutting, creating your own drinking glass, clipart, shirts, and other fun projects you could make for someone you know going back to work as a teacher. Make a Teacher's Appreciation gift they will love!

Creativity, relaxation, and things to help that feel-good feeling

I've been crafting for 40ish years. These are some of the things I have and always will have on hand. Hopefully this list helps beginner crafters find some basic supplies.

Shop my favorite Sanrio items! As a collector, I love having a variety of products to share!! I collect a lot of My Melody so there’s a few of her on here! These are some things I’ve collected. Let me know which are your favorites!

This list is full of things that made me laugh way harder than I expected—yes, actual snorts happened. From theatrical bathroom signs and painfully relatable mugs to chaotic math posters and science puns that deserve awards, these picks are here purely for the joy. Great for gifting, decorating, or just making your day a little more ridiculous in the best way. 😁

This list is for anyone thinking about starting in watercolor, or who wants to add to their watercolor palette and tools, this collection offers some the best value-per-dollar.

Walk with me down 70s-90s memory lane

Here are 31ish movies (or movie collections) I'm watching this Halloween season.

If you're a fan of KDramas, Kpop, or dreaming of traveling to South Korea, and want to learn Korean, check out my recommendations for online learning. I studied Korean a few years ago at a language school with a native teacher, but if you don’t have similar schools nearby or want to continue learning from home like I do now, I’ve put together a list of different learning sources. You’ll find everything from apps and eBooks to social media accounts. Explore these resources to keep improving your Korean skills! - Disclaimer: This list includes some affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Taylor Alison Swift never goes out of style. 🫶🏼 Here are some cutesy Swiftie items to help you show your love for her music and to support her and small artists!

If someone got you a journal this year and you still can't find a good use for it, these journaling supplies just might be what you need<3

Mornings need the right music to start off on the right note, and here are 15 songs to listen to to get your day off to an electric and empathetic start: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1fI3S30St6x6rOS3lyWTMn?si=e25bad85f3f84b24

All the products and services I use for my professional photography.

Whether you want to become more creative in the arts or be the business wizard we all know you are, here are my most helpful tips, tricks, and products to take you to the next level.

New (or new-ish) to knitting & don't fancy a boring scarf pattern then I got you! These are some of my absolute favourite patterns that I still knit today, 25 years after I started knitting. Great to help you slowly expand your skills without overwhelming you with lots of new things in one pattern. Each pattern has something to challenge you a little bit. Great for gifts to, if you really like someone ;)

These items are for fans of board and card games, such as Monopoly or a special deck for solitaire.

I'm a coloring enthusiast at 22, and I've sifted through all the books to bring you the best. This list is dedicated to the trendy, thick-lined, adorable animal books you see all over TikTok and Amazon (think Coco, Jade Summer, etc.). These books have great paper quality and the most charming illustrations of cozy, happy creatures. Perfect for markers, colored pencils, even crayons! IMPORTANT TIP!! If you plan to use markers definitely put some pieces of paper or other material to ensure no bleeding. :)

From one spooky babe to many more, just a lovely list of everyday items that add just a taste of spooky to an otherwise dull day. Halloween isn't just one day a year here babes!

Favorite items for paper, printing, sublimation and other DIY crafts

I'm someone who's seen every Star Wars movie and spin-off ever made. I've carefully curated this collection of the most Christmas-y Star Wars items out there. Luckily none of these objects reside in a galaxy far far away, they can all be delivered right to your home, just in time for the holidays. From charming ornaments, holiday-spirit housewares, and cozy Christmas clothing, there's something here to delight any member of a Star Wars loving family.

We are big Uno fans and have played several different versions but these are our favorite Uno games as well as others we play most often.

I’ve put together my favorite fall activities to do at home because they make the season feel cozy, fun, and special. These are the things I truly enjoy and recommend to bring more warmth and joy into autumn.🍁

If you want to get started on the cozy coloring trend that went viral on TikTok these are the best coloring supplies you need to get started including coloring book recommendations, the right type of markers and other fun things to give you better results

These are shops that I have ordered from (or possibly bought from at a market if they are local) and feel I can vouch are actually good shops, run by real people.

These unique art toys and collectibles will give you a hit of dopamine, and then some! Hopefully you can find a new favorite series to collect!

So.. I'm a big online shopper and always looking to buy things for cheap. In this list I will be sharing things I bought from Amazon at a low cost. I hope you guys can find this list helpful ☺️.

Football is one of my MANY favorite sports. I love entertaining or getting cozy during football season. Come see what Sundays look like at my house during Sunday Fun Day Football!!

We are a huge game family! I personally love the board games and cards games. My husband is the video gamer but I have a few I enjoy!

Fun, affordable and unique gifts for the horoscope/zodiac obsessed people in your life

Sometimes the best kind of comfort movies just call for a different kind of escape — the kind that transports you to countryside estates, sun-soaked rolling meadows, and cozy candlelit parlors. To complement their dreamy cinematic backdrops, these films are filled with wit, romance, and sharp dialogue that’s all part of the magic. So whether you’re looking to rediscover old faves or new films, here's a list of some of my favorite period drama, historical drama, costume drama, romantic period drama, classic literature adaptation, cottagecore period drama, period piece, period romance, historical romance, literary drama, Victorian drama, and period piece movies has plenty of movie ideas you can curl up with.

Coloring books can be a great way to slow down and relax. This list includes a mix of minimalist, easy, more advanced coloring books for people who want something calm and engaging without being overwhelming.

This is the list of my most common craft items I use daily. From scissors to glue I have found what I feel is the best of the best and these are it.

Anyone who loves gaming and especially cosy gaming knows that it can be hard to find a new cosy game that gives the same feeling as your favourite one can be hard! So this is a list of my favourite cosy games I've played so far in 2025 to hopeful help you find your next cosy game to play!

You can never have enough paper and paper-related products. For the analog enthusiast. letter writer. stationery freak. or even bridal invite preparation.

All the things you need to become a certified granny. Start here to begin your fiber arts journey! We're so happy you're here :)

All of my top 5 favorite movies are rom coms, and all 5 are on this list. Plus more suggestions for any rom com you might be looking for. Coming of age, female friendships, relationships with family, you name it.

My go to basic scrapbooking tools and supplies

Love journaling too? you found the right spot! I'll recap everything that i use and fallin love with, carefully curated so you don't have too, enjoy!!

Watercolor has been my medium of choice for many, many years. I've learned through that time what works best for me. I have definitely learned the better quality materials are keys to success!

Some of my favorite games to play when I just want to wind down and relax!

Join me for my brand‑new Make a Junk Journal From Scratch With Me series, starting Wednesday 15th April at 7.30pm on TikTok. Each week we’ll build a different part of your journal together — from the cover, to pockets, belly bands, tags, tucks, and all the beautiful details that make a junk journal truly yours. I’ve added brand‑new floral vintage papers for FREE on my website if you want to craft along with me. You can download them at www.judemonk.com and print them at home ready for each session. They’re perfect for making all the elements we’ll be creating live. This board includes everything we’ll be using throughout the series — tools, supplies, papers, and kits — so you can follow along easily each week. Craft with me, learn with me, and build your journal from start to finish.

Support the creative in your life with gifts that help them create! I'm a visual artist, particularly focused on acrylic painting and multimedia drawing, and these are my top suggestions for art related gifts for your beloved artist 🖌️✨

Seattle rain is the perfect excuse to slow down and romanticize your cozy indoor hobbies. Whether you're curling up with a book, journaling by candlelight, learning calligraphy, or baking something sweet — here are all my favorite things to make rainy days feel extra comforting 🌧️

This list is from a pre-professional ballerina who dances 6 hours a day 6 days a week. Beyond ballet shoes, leotards, and tights, ballerinas use a ton of gear. These are tried and true items tested through the years. Many make great stocking stuffers! Go beyond the magical flair of performances and stick with these must-haves basics: Backpacks, Toe pads, dancer dots, toe spacers, toe tape, trashbag pants, muscle rollouts, and more. Ideas for ballet, ballerina, ballerinas, pointe, pointe shoe, pointe shoes, toe shoes, dance, dancer, dancers, ballet gift, ballet gifts, ballerina gift, ballerina gifts dance gift, dancer gift, dance show gift, teen, tween, dance teacher, teacher gift, dance teacher gift, performance gift, personalized gift, show gift.

The supplies I love for painting (predominantly gouache and watercolour)

You may need ideas on what items to buy and here are my favorites! Also if you want to start here are the basics for you! Banners are amazing! I loveee doing banners

if you've ever thought about wanting to start crochet, this list has everything you need! i've been crocheting for 5 years and i still use these items now! here is the complete list of materials, tutorials, and other resources that i've personally used. i hope this helps you! <3 follow me @crochetoro on instagram for crochet inspo and free patterns :)

Love the music from games like DOOM, and want to start making it? Here's a list of some things you'll most likely need to REALLY nail the sound.

I've been in a relationship for 2 years and let's be real, thinking of gift ideas can get exhausting. So I made this list of go-to gifts he'll actually use, like and not just toss in a drawer. From cozy stuff to cool gadgets, consider this your no-stress cheat sheet.

In the Fall, I always want cozy hobbies. My favorite kind are the ones you can enjoy while wrapped up in a blanket on the couch. That's what you'll find here.

Party and solo video games that will give your +1 something fun to play that doesn't require much practice or an expensive set up

I had my own party rental and decor business that I recently sold. Here are my professional recommendations for throwing your own party like a pro!

I have purchased something from each and every one of these small businesses except for the ones that are on my wish list to buy things from. Most of them carry nerdy, Kawaii, anime, Sanrio/Otaku things I love - So I hope you show them some love too!

want to learn how to do sublimation, but not sure where to start? This list can get you up and going in no time. Good luck!

As a certified stationary girlie™️, I have tried many pens, markers, highlighters over the course of my college and professional career. I know what works, what pens write the best, and what planners actually work to keep your busy work life organized. The recommendations I have below have been thoroughly tested by me, and ones that I continue to use to this day!

Cross-stitch patterns and projects that I'm obsessed with, along with my favourite tools!

As I was ordering groceries online I saw something that reminded me of my childhood. So if you are a 90's baby I will take you down memory lane. From food, to beverages, movies, music and more.

Paper punches can be expensive but they can be used in countless ways. Here I have collected a range of products with different shapes as well as ideas to try on your own. Some of them will amaze you!

For those of us who never fully let go of our childhood love for art, coloring and stickers!

This is a list of my MUST HAVE Favorite Tools and Accessories for working in Fused Glass Sgraffito Drawing. I’ve been drawing with glass powders since 2006, and have learned that anything can be a tool

For years, we’ve gifted a Swarovski character to our mother-in-law each Christmas—a tradition that’s brought joy and sparkle to the season. This year, we’re sharing some of our absolute favorites from their collection. Whether you’re starting your own tradition or looking for a meaningful gift, these stunning pieces are sure to impress.

Date night or self outtings- Fun things to do in DFW

You really don't need much to get started foraging fungi. I started about 13 years ago and love it. These are all optional items for fun that can help you up your foraging game. The only things that are crucial are a water bottle and, if you. get lost, a tracking app. Just don't eat anything unless you are POSITIVE you know EXACTLY what it is! Have some fun out there.

This is my list of art helpers or hero’s for the crafting in me to be good and easy. I create short-form art and printables using a mix of vintage ephemera, original photography, and layered textures—think zines, stickers, collage sheets, and visual prompt packs. My process blends analog charm (scissors, glue, watercolor, paper scraps) with digital polish (Canva, Procreate, and printable formats), making each piece feel both handmade and shareable. Perfect for creatives, collectors, and anyone who sees magic in the little things. Crafted with heart. Designed for moments that matter.

I am a forever crafter. Here are some projects, products, and activities I have completed and love.

I love me a good show that hooks my attention from the start. I’ll include all the shows I loved and recommend everyone. Enjoy! 🎥🎬

In Korea, it’s rare for dramas to have more than one season, and if they do, they rarely follow the typical Western format of season finales with cliffhangers. However, in recent years, a few series, especially those from platforms like Netflix, have started adopting this approach. Personally, I enjoy the one-season format, but some stories feel like they have the potential to continue. In this list, I’m sharing a selection of K-dramas with multiple seasons. Some of them I absolutely love as they are, and I’m eagerly waiting for more episodes, while in other cases, I’m not entirely convinced they needed additional seasons. I hope you enjoy my recommendations! | Disclaimer: This list includes some affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.