Try One of These 125 Hobbies To Beat Boredom

Have you asked yourself recently what hobbies you have? There are so many possibilities—from crocheting to scrapbooking. But sometimes it feels like we're just in a never-ending TV binge. If you're out of TV shows and movies to marathon-watch (or rewatch) or just want to try something different, here are the best new hobby ideas to try if you're looking to learn something new.

Related: 50 Fun Things To Do by Yourself When You're Feeling Bored

125 New Hobbies To Pick Up

1. Figure Drawing

Drawing people is daunting but so much fun. There are a ton of YouTube tutorials to get you started—so you won't have to deal with the potential awkwardness of working with a nude model.

2. Line Drawing

Whether you're cartooning or doodling, this is a great place to start an artistic journey.

3. Painting

Whether it's a virtual painting class or just going along with a Bob Ross video, painting will help you feel both occupied and accomplished, as well as serve as a means of expression.

4. Coloring

Want to get an artistic release without a ton of work? Coloring can be super relaxing.

5. Sculpting

Grab some clay and make something amazing! Or just borrow your kid's Play-Doh and go to town.

6. Pottery

Channel your inner Demi Moore in Ghost and make something amazing at a pottery wheel.

7. Calligraphy

The art of lettering can be incredibly satisfying, and the focus needed makes it great for mindfulness. Another bonus? Duchess Meghan is a fan of calligraphy!

8. Origami

Create amazing folded paper art, which is both soothing for you and can be fun for your kids too. Get cool patterns and origami tips here.

9. Photography

Photography can help you see the world in a new way. That comes in handy when you're sick of just looking around your own four walls.

10. Photo Editing

There's more to life than Facetune! Photoshop can bring new life and art to photos.

11. Scrapbooking

Reminisce on the "good ole days" with some scrapbooking. It will help you look forward to making new memories as well.

12. Make Collages

Whether it's a vision board or just a bunch of photos you think are really pretty, collages can be super inspiring and also fun to make.

13. Filmmaking

Draft that script you've had in your brain for years, learn Premiere or Final Cut, or just record your dog or your kid's silliest moments on your phone.

14. Animation

Learn stop motion or graphic animation, or just make a flip book of drawings. This is an especially great option if you're sick of watching the same cartoons over and over with your little ones!

15. Woodworking

Channel your inner Nick Offerman and Ron Swanson.

16. Jewelry Making

Create your own custom pieces for yourself, family and friends, then rock 'em.

17. Tie-Dyeing

Tie-dye sweats are all over Instagram right now. Instead of spending a ton on them, make your own!

18. Basket Weaving

What's better than a hobby that gives you pretty storage?

19. Soap Making

A great craft to do with or without your kids, soap making is fun—and you can use your handmade goodies as gifts.

20. Candle Making

Make home feel a little warmer and cozier.

21. Perfume Making

Create your own signature scent.

22. Gardening

Gardening can be super-soothing. Whether you have a huge plot of land or just a few potted plants, nurturing and growing your own flowers, herbs, fruits or veggies is really rewarding. Bonus? Your place will smell heavenly!

23. Flower Arranging

Beautify your space with some floral arrangements, real or faux.

24. Scale Miniature Building

Recreate your home (or your dream home) as a dollhouse using your own creativity and these scale guides.

25. Automobile Restoration

Got an old classic whip or just want to maintain or soup up your sedan? Now's the perfect time to learn all about how to do it.

26. Model and Remote Controlled Planes

Don't have the money or the time to fly anywhere on vacation? You can still enjoy aviation.

27. Model and Remote Controlled Cars

You can race these or just decorate models to give your scale miniature dollhouse a sweet selection of rides.

28. Model and Remote Controlled Boats

Live near water? RC boats won't quite replace cruising or yachting, but they're still a great way to have safe fun at a lake or pond.

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29. Model Rockets

Your kids will get a ton of fun out of model rockets, too. Just be safe!

30. Model Trains

These are timeless.

31. Theatrical Makeup and Face Painting

There are a ton of tutorials on Instagram and YouTube to help you create stage-worthy looks, be it through extreme contouring or total transformation into a tiger. Your kids will love acting as your canvas, too.

32. Special Event Makeup

Though it may be a while before you have somewhere to go when you're all dolled up, you'll look stunning when you finally get there, whether you choose a smoky eye, bold lip or both.

33. Natural Makeup

If you've always wanted to learn to contour without looking like your face was stenciled on and spray painted, now is the perfect time to practice a pretty no-makeup makeup look.

34. Playing an Instrument

Not only is music a great distraction, it can also be a form of therapy for many.

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35. Singing

You're doing it in the shower anyway, so why not tune up those pipes of yours?

36. Music Composition

You might be the next Taylor Swift or Diane Warren in terms of songwriting prowess, but you won't know until you try.

37. Garage Band

Want to make music but don't have room for an actual garage full of instruments? No sweat. GarageBand has a full library of sounds to play with!

38. Audio Production

Master audio to create not just music, but also podcasts and other content.

39. DJing

Be the most popular person at your next party by curating playlists and remixing tunes.

40. Podcasting

There is an audience for everything, so whether your thing is comedy, crime, drama, or just talking about cute animals, why not start your own right now?

41. Magic Tricks

You don't have to be at Criss Angel or Penn and Teller levels to have a good time.

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42. Sewing

DIY projects can be fun and relaxing, so why not take up sewing and make your own clothes?

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43. Knitting

Create something comforting and cozy.

44. Crocheting

Great for mindfulness (and cute bags, scarves, blankets and more).

45. Cross Stitching

Embroidery and needlepoint can be so relaxing, and you can make anything you want.

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46. Quilting

Get cozy with quilting! These make for great gifts as well, and patchwork quilts can really tell a story.

47. Writing

Got a short story in your head? The makings of a killer memoir? The next great true crime drama? Put it to paper!

48. Virtual Book Club

You may have more time to read, why not discuss the works? Get some friends in a video call or find a group online.

49. Comic Books and Manga

Manga is addictive, and comic books can prepare you for the next wave of blockbusters.

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50. Role Playing Games

Dungeons and Dragons is a great way to keep busy and bond with pals.

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51. Poetry

It doesn't have to have rhyme, reason or necessarily even rhythm, as long as it's yours.

52. Journaling

Get all the stress and dreams in your mind onto paper. You'll feel so much better!

53. Blogging

Find something you're passionate about and start a blog. You can even make money this way eventually!

54. Vlogging

Prefer to be in front of a camera over writing? Understandable. Document your life, your dreams and your projects via video. You don't have to share them, but if you do, take advantage of the possible revenue!

55. Power Walking

You don't necessarily need weights for a power walk, but they can help build your, well, power. Explore your neighborhood in a speedy way!

56. Running

Ever thought of doing a Couch to 5K? What's a better time than when you're looking for a new hobby to pick up?

57. Biking

Don't forget your helmet for safety!

58. Yoga

Get fit and stay centered. There is no better time!

59. Hiking

Hiking can be quite therapeutic, as well as being a fun way to get some exercise.

60. Bird Watching

Learn to match the breed with the birds in your backyard.

61. Hula Hooping

In addition to being nostalgic and fun, hula hooping is actually great for your abs.

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62. Hip-Hop Dance

It's always fun to bust a silly move at the clubs or at a party, but what if you could really show off? Learn some hip dances to really take your partying to the next level.

63. Zumba

Exercising can be fun, actually, especially when you incorporate something like Zumba into your routine. Maybe you'll become an expert?

64. Square and Line Dancing

Country music lovers, get your groove on!

65. Salsa Dancing

Salsa is a great and sexy way to bond with a partner, so go kill some time and get a workout in.

66. Pole Dancing

If you don't have a pole in your house (and let's be real, most weren't exactly built with them in mind), you can snag one online. There are a ton of tutorials for beginners, and be warned—this is a workout.

67. Swing Dancing

Grab a partner and get ready to impress everyone at your next outing.

68. Breakdancing

Get ready to blow some minds with your newfound breaking skills.

69. Standup Comedy

Have you ever dreamed of being a comic, able to make a whole audience laugh at your jokes and stories? Now might be a good time to craft some jokes. Rather be a spectator? No sweat: There are a ton of free, great comedy specials on YouTube or on Netflix for you to enjoy.

70. Dog Training and Walking

Spend some more time with your pet! If you haven't gotten around to training your dog, now is a great time to finally teach Fido how to fetch, or to just take him for a long, leisurely walk around your neighborhood instead of heading home right after he finishes his business.

71. Volunteering With Animals

Don't have a pet? See if your local animal shelter needs fosters or someone to walk dogs.

72. Volunteering With Seniors

Seniors are more vulnerable than almost anyone else. See if your community offers help and volunteer!

73. Volunteering With Those in Need

Food banks and shelters, among other organizations, can always use extra, whether it's fundraising or dropping off care packages.

74. Cooking

Why not give your GrubHub or UberEats account a break and whip up something that's all your own? We have so many amazing recipes for beginners!

75. Baking

Whether you like baking bread or want to dive into the world of baking cakes, don't feel the need to limit yourself—no one is ever going to turn down cookies, muffins, scones or cupcakes!

76. Cake Decorating

Did we mention cake baking? Well, how about taking that a step further and get into cake decorating?

77. Video Games

The options to choose here for video games are pretty endless. From RPGs like Final Fantasy to fighting games like Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter, plus classics like Sonic the Hedgehog, Super Mario Bros., racing games ... you're pretty destined to find at least one that you like.

78. Learn a Language

There are so many options to learn a new language, especially with so many language learning apps at your fingertips. Plus, if it's not free, lots of software and apps have deals to do so on the cheap!

79. Coding

Coding is a powerful tool, not just to stay busy and entertained, but also in job hunting.

80. Robotics

Take your coding and put it to work! Robotics is fun and women are woefully underrepresented in it as a hobby and career.

81. Chess

It's never too late to learn chess, and for many, it takes a lifetime to master—so this will be a great time-killer.

82. Board Games

Monopoly, checkers, The Game of Life and more, the possibilities are endless when it comes to board games.

83. Mah Jong

This tile game is centuries old, and there's a reason it has so much staying power: It's addictive!

84. Poker

Perfect your poker face and learn all the different ways to play poker, including five-card draw, Texas Hold 'Em, HORSE and Razz.

85. Blackjack

If poker is a bit too much to mentally handle, Blackjack may be a bit easier—you just have to get yourself close to 21!

86. Bridge

There's a reason there are so many bridge clubs in the world: The game is easy enough to learn and so much fun to play in groups.

87. Solitaire

Flying solo? Deal yourself a hand at solitaire. There are more versions of it than you realize!

88. Card Tricks

Not into actually playing cards? No sweat. Use them to learn sleight of hand card tricks!

89. Juggling

Work on your coordination and teach yourself to juggle.

90. Ping Pong

Ping pong is a great way to pass time and it's challenging!

91. Tennis, Badminton and Volleyball

If you have access to a court (or can hook up a net in your backyard), then playing volleyball, badminton and tennis can be fun ways to blow off steam.

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92. Jumping Rope

Double dutch or single, jumping rope is super fun and a killer cardio workout to boot.

93. Rollerblading

Feeling the '90s nostalgia yet? Rollerblading is a great way to get out and about!

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94. Dominoes

Embrace basic physics in all of its splendor with dominoes.

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95. Billiards

Become a pool shark in your downtime!

96. Jigsaw Puzzles

If traditional jigsaw puzzles are falling, er, flat, try a 3D version.

97. Sudoku, Crosswords, Numbrix and Word Puzzles

Sudoku, Numbrix, crosswords, word finds, the Jumble and more and great ways to exercise your brain.

98. Legos

If you're tired of stepping on these on your kid's room's floor, put them to work and build something amazing.

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99. Geology

Start your own rock collection!

100. Toy Art

Collecting and posing action figures and toys is a fun way to get creative.

101. Collecting Dolls

Whether you like them for their cuteness or their creepiness, doll collecting can be a soothing, nostalgic activity.

102. Music Memorabilia Collecting

Concert tickets, merch and vintage tour posters can make for a rockin' fun hobby.

103. Movie and TV Memorabilia Collecting

Movie posters, cutouts and merchandise can inspire screening parties at home and keep you happy.

104. Collecting Stamps

Not only is stamp collecting a soothing activity, it will also help support the Postal Service!

105. Vinyl Collecting

Whether you love music, standup comedy or just the aesthetics of the sleeves, a vinyl collection will impress guests whenever they come over.

106. Trivia

Show off your smarts, whether it's themed (think Golden Girls, sports, music) or general.

107. Beer Brewing

Why venture out to the store when you can start a home brewery in your kitchen or garage?

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108. Wine Making

If you live in the right climate, growing and fermenting your own grapes for wine making can be a rewarding hobby in more ways than one.

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109. Wine Tasting

Learn to spot the actual differences between, say, cabernet, pinot noir and Boone's Farm with a wine tasting.

110. Cheese Tasting

Get some cheese to go with your wine!

111. Liquor Distilling

Who needs bars when you can make your own?

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112. Tequila Tasting

Grab some salt, lounge out in your backyard and sip away with some tequila tasting.

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113. Scotch and Whiskey Tasting

Finally learn the difference (and maybe enjoy some bourbon and rye, too).

114. Cigar Rolling

To go with your whiskey, or enjoy on their own.

115. Coffee Roasting

Get your java fix at home by roasting your own coffee beans.

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116. Tea Drinking

Prefer your caffeine without coffee? Tea is having a moment.

117. Star Gazing

Start with the Big Dipper, then expand.

118. Prayer

Getting in touch with your spiritual side can help keep you grounded, healthy and happy during turbulent times like right now.

119. Astrology

Sure, you know your sun sign—but what about your ascendant, moon sign, Mars, Venus? They can all make a difference! Make a birth chart (here's a great, free, easy option) and learn why sometimes you feel more Leo even though your birthday is in Scorpio.

120. Genealogy

Climb your family tree while you're all at it!

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121. Letter Writing

Whether you have a pen pal club or you just want to leave a kind note in a neighbor's mailbox, writing letters feels good for the sender and the recipient.

122. Massage

Take your comfort into your own hands—literally—by learning how to massage.

123. Meditation

Mindfulness and being present are great ways to cope work-related stress and the anxiety that just comes with life sometimes.

124. Reiki

This Japanese form of "energy healing" comes with much less risk than most alternative medicine practices, and it's relatively easy to learn at home. Just please note that this does not in any way substitute for actual medical help!

125. Tarot Card Reading

Get insightful and learn to give yourself (and loved ones) a fun tarot card reading. You'll find great options with these 20 tarot card decks for beginners.

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