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Especially if you are like me and are on re-watch 20 of Big Bang Theory — it might be time for a hobby.

In addition to the 40 colorful bundles of felt, this kit comes with felting needles, scissors, bells, protective finger cots, foam pads, stencils, and even plastic eyeballs so you can create tiny fur friends! 

Promising review: "So I have always been intrigued by needle felting, but I thought it would be much harder, so I never looked into supplies. This craft is SOOOO fun to pass the time and keep your hands busy. This little kit was so perfect for beginners and for the price!!!!? Perfect." —Tali 

Get the 40-color set from Amazon for $26.99 (also available in two smaller sets). 

The kit comes with a crafting board, small hammer, a holder, nails, glue, screws, cotton string, a frame, a pattern, and a detailed instruction manual, so there's no need to buy other supplies.

Promising review: "These instructions are easy to follow — I finished it in two hours. This was so much fun and I love my finished results! It looks so beautiful. It was a gift for my friend. I would buy it again and recommend it to others." —yuyantan

Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (clip the $6 off coupon on the product page for this price; available in nine styles).

The kit comes with an ergonomic crochet hook, a yarn needle, stitch markers, eyes, colored yarn, and enough stuffing for six plants. 

Promising review: "It comes with everything you need to get started, including easy-to-follow instructions. As someone new to crochet, I found the materials and tools high-quality and perfect for learning. The kit is well-organized, making it easy to dive right into projects, and the step-by-step guide is super helpful. It's a great kit for adults looking to pick up a fun and relaxing new hobby. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to start crocheting!" —heidi vanderlee 

Rita Papers is a small business that specializes in personalized poster sets, stickers, and journaling supplies. 

Each pack varies in the specific stickers, posters, and construction paper you get, which honestly makes it more fun in my book! It will be a nice surprise to open. 

Promising review: "My package arrived today, and I'm over the moon!! The quality of the stickers is amazing, and you get a great variety for different aesthetics. My favourite would have to be the free sheet, it's very autumnal vibes. This would make a fabulous gift for anyone who loves to journal or craft. I would love to see Rita make customisable bundles in the future and will 100% be ordering from her again. 🩷" —Cassiopeia Jewellery 

Get it from Rita Papers on Etsy for $22.50+ (available in medium or large packs). 

Promising reviews:  "This was my first sticker by number book. It was so fun and addictive to finish each one. I showed family and friends and they all ordered one. The photos of the flowers were so beautiful and following each piece was very easy. Highly recommend for a fun activity on a road trip or for just something extra to do while watching TV." —Nichole

"I’m a young adult who spends a lot of time in the hospital due to bad health issues. Most of the time, it’s nerve-wracking and very boring. I ordered this little book to take with me for next time, and I was very happy with it! It kept me busy and calmed my nerves. It was easy to do and therapeutic. I like the variety of pictures!" —Cherry  

Promising reviews: "Plenty of stones. I like these small projects so that I can complete them in my lap while watching sports." —Bobbi Kirk

"When my granddaughter comes, I always buy her a craft for how to sit and do. She absolutely loves this. Kept her busy for hours and very inexpensive." —Arlene  

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 10 designs).

Each piece is 12x16 inches. The kit comes with 12 images, color-coded gems, a single-tip diamond painting pen, a small tray, and wax. The pen holds a small piece of wax to help you grab the individual gems. Each canvas comes coated in a sticky adhesive protected by a clear film. Because that's how the gems stick on, I recommend peeling it off a little at a time as you go to preserve the adhesive, so you're not left with a picture covered in dust and dog hair.  

Promising reviews: "Bought it over a year ago, I do them every so often when I’m bored and they’ve lasted me this long. They’re fun, something to do while watching my shows, there’s always left over gems so they’re nice for other things too. I’d get larger pickers cause it’s slow without but I didn’t mind much. Very pretty, shinny, the stickiness is good, it’s enough that they stay but if you need you can pry gems off or push them around" —customer

"First time I ordered something like this, and I'm glad I started with this one. The pages are large, and you get 12 of them, which should last me probably two years. I haven't had this much fun doing something in a long time. I don't wanna stop. I don't know what it is, but there is something satisfying about dropping little gems on the sticky paper. I can't wait until I finish my first one." —Female in Rochester NY 

Promising reviews: "This is exactly what I was looking for! It lays flat to easily complete the word search and not have to fight with the book. There are different types of puzzles, and some have extra secret searches! It’s great for the slow days at work!! I will definitely be buying more of these word searches!" —Roy Y Hahn 

"I really appreciate having puzzle books around when I’m feeling anxious. It’s a quick activity I can turn to when needed or even on a cozy night when watching a movie. The price for these was on point. It kept me busy for a few months before I made it through the book. I also appreciated that it was spiral so I could fully open each page! Would buy again in another variety from this brand!" —Cannon Fam

Promising review: "I love it! It’s so fun and nice to have and keep my hands busy while watching TV with my partner. The paper is thin, so you have to put something between the pages to keep it from bleeding, but it says that at the beginning of the book. Highly recommend for a self-care-crafty item!"—Erika Jorren 

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a spiral-bound version).

Promising review: "I love this book. I pre-ordered after seeing it on TikTok and couldn't wait to get it! I'm working on my second coloring page and love it! THIS is a great book for older adults and anyone who doesn't think they are an artist! Just need a fine black marker and you'll be busy for hours!! I'm going to get more as gifts. This also makes a great alternative for children, teens, and really anyone as an alternative to screen time! Get one, you won't be disappointed!" —Little wave 

The kit also includes two wood carving blocks (one cherry and one basswood), three types of sandpaper, and sharpening supplies.

Promising review: "Great little introduction to the hobby! It will take you longer than you think to complete, so it’s a nice free-time activity. My 8-year-old is very impressed that I 'made it with my bare hands.' I highly recommend this adorable comfort bird kit, and my advice is to take your time, it’s not a race!" —Tammi H. 

You can experiment with so many recipes to make savory herb-infused butters or even some sweet ones, like a yummy strawberry one. The possibilities are endless once you get the hang of it. 

Promising reviews: "I was having trouble using this product at first, I turned the cream for over 40min with no effect and then my boyfriend suggested we add some heat, he wrapped a warmed towel around the glass and it cream turned almost instantly. I have now used it a couple of times sense then with added warmth or in a very warm room and have had no problems making butter with this turner. I highly recommend it as something fun to do while watching TV."—Amazon Customer

"I am delighted with this product. The accompanying instructions were very helpful. I made my first hand-churned butter, which I consider being a homage to my grandparents, who were dairy farmers. The process is really surprising when the butter seizes up — I think it was very important to me to see and experience that moment. Subtle, but crucial... At any rate, I used it, cleaned it, so have experienced both. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed with this little yet sophisticated butter churn." —Nanci Hamilton

Promising review: "I honestly thought this was going to be way more complicated than it is. Quality was good and the instructions were perfect. I was able to make my first picture in a few evenings. Very relaxing new hobby :)"—Nikkia 

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $13.69.

Here's a TikTok that shows how to play. In short, you pick a 2D or 3D puzzle from the guide and set it up to match the image. Start the timer and work to solve the puzzle with the remaining pieces. When done, stop the clock and record your time. Friends can challenge each other, or you can play solo to try and beat your own best score. It requires AAA batteries, so be sure to grab some!

BuzzFeed contributor John Mihaly has this to say about this game: "We love the classic version in our home, and it's been in heavy rotation since we got our hands on it. The object of the game is to finish a puzzle using all 12 Kanoodle pieces. The 2D version lies flat, while the 3D version (you can play both with this set) requires you to build a pyramid of pieces. Simple, fun, and challenging (harder puzzles reveal fewer pieces to start)."

Promising review: "Very easy to use and fun for all ages. Great gift idea and is small and compact, so you can take it anywhere with you!" —Jocelyn

Stealth Fitness is a small business that specializes in unique at-home fitness equipment. 

Here's what BuzzFeeder Mallory Mower says about this gizmo: "Getting a Stealth board was the very best thing that has happened to me during quarantine. Mixing the fun of games on your phone with the natural endorphins you get from exercising is, to put it lightly, genius. I have two in my home, and my husband and I compete daily to see who can last the longest. My favorite game is the paragliding challenge; he's into the planet-blasting space adventure. Nerd."

Promising review: "Fantastic purchase to solve the boring plank exercises after a year of doing them. This has a quick, easy, simple hit-it-and-forget-it daily with a game, three-minute max, and great results. Much improved core strength, reduce lower back pain, and a high five from my doctor. Highly recommend this for those in need of core buildup and help to manage the time to fit this into a daily schedule." —James Corey

Get it from Amazon for $149 (available in three styles). 

Promising review: "Such a fun gift, but I decided to keep it for myself. A good little sit on the couch and watch a show in the background kind of vibe." —Kylee Stonebarger

"Puzzle Mania is everything I hoped it would be, clever, challenging, and unbelievably fun. Joel Fagliano brings the same brilliance from his New York Times puzzles into this book. Each puzzle feels fresh and original, with just the right balance of difficulty and satisfaction. I found myself saying 'just one more,' and suddenly an hour had flown by. It’s now my favorite way to unwind and sharpen my mind. Perfect for puzzle lovers of any level!" —AlexS

Promising review: "If you love to spend your time doing arts and crafts. This will have you entertained for hours!! I love spending my time doing activities like these instead of being glued to the TV or a cellphone. Super easy to use. Very durable. The number of colors I received was more than enough. Age range can be 3+ years. I’m 25 years old and am having a blast playing with this." —Vanessa 

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in packs of 24 and 36).

Wool Couture Company is a UK-based Etsy shop established in 2014 that specializes in knitting, crochet, weaving, and macrame craft kits.

There are three different kits to choose from, depending on what you want to start. There's a Basic Kit, which comes with a loom and instructions; a Starter Kit, which comes with a loom, two weaving needles, instructions, a mounting bar for hanging, and a cotton ball of warp to hold your work; and a Quintessential Kit, which comes with everything in the Starter Kit, plus the merino wool for weaving.

Promising review: "It's simple to use, the wool I received in the set is high quality, and the service was smooth and communicative. Can not recommend this highly enough from a first-time weaver"" —DivineDerbyshire

Get it from Wool Couture Company on Etsy for $42.27+ (available in 10 styles and three different kinds of kits).

You can do the book in any order, but if you start from the beginning, you'll get the full story of Detective Logico. There are 100 puzzles total, ranging from Elementary level to impossible. Starting easy, you will find the suspect, location, and weapon. The next level, you will have to go through a puzzle of interrogation, as the suspects always tell the truth, but the murderer lies. You will then need to discover the motive. And when you've hit the impossible level, you will have to discover all four elements while dealing with a lying witness statement. And there's a logic grid puzzle helping you solve each case!

Check out a TikTok of Murdle in action. 

The best part?? Once you finish "Murdling," you can use your sleuthing skills on Volume 2, Volume 3, and a whole BUNCH of other themed Murdle books! 

Promising review: "The puzzles are a lot of fun, but the characters, story lines, and other details take the Murdle experience to another level. I have no idea how the author came up with all of this creativity! You can Murdle solo or with friends. I look forward to future volumes, but this one will keep me busy for a while!" —Liz Gately

Each kit comes with 9,600 clay beads in 48 different colors, 850 accessory beads and pendants (like letters, pearls, hearts, and shells), elastic string, tweezers, scissors, and earring hooks, so you won't have to buy anything separate to kickstart your jewelry-making era. 

Promising review: "Gifted the set to my niece, and she is making bracelets and necklaces without stopping. 🙂 Having so much fun. I personally liked that everything is packed nicely. The organizer box is amazing. The colors of heishi beads are so unique. And good quality of the golden letters beads." —	Svetlana Makarenko

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in gold and silver). 

This kit provides you with a banneton basket, a dough whisk, a dough cutter, five blades (with a leather cover) for designs, a bowl scraper, a scoring lame, and even a cleaning brush. You can also use the recipe book to try out different loaf recipes or to get a better understanding of every tool.  

Promising review: "This is just what I was looking for to start my sourdough bread journey while healing from a surgery and on leave from work. It kept me busy, and I still use it today. Great quality, durable items." —joanne 

Get it from Amazon for $23.74+ (available in two banneton basket shapes and in gift sets).

This kit comes with 139 pieces, but requires craft glue to stick all the small details together and two AAA batteries for the LED lights. 

Promising reviews: "I gave my wife one of these for Christmas, and she absolutely loved it! She's kind of a bookworm, so this was perfect for her bookshelf. It was fun to build and pretty simple to assemble. Putting the individual books together was a bit daunting, but the final product made it all worth it. As for quality, the pieces are very thin and sort of fragile (but that's the case with most DIY models), but overall, pretty solid in construction. Well worth every penny, and kept my wife busy for a month! My only real gripe about it is that the light switch is in the bottom back of it, so turning it on and off can be kind of a pain, having to pull it out of the bookshelf every time. Otherwise, it was a successful purchase, and the perfect gift! I'd recommend it to anyone!"—Daniel  

"So beautiful, so detailed, so much fun. I kept seeing ads for these, so I got this one. At first I was a bit overwhelmed with the instructions, but once I started it was fine. This took me a total of about 4 hours and it is so worth it. Im hooked."—Jessica

Get it from Amazon for $26.38+ (available in nine designs). 

And check out the other botanical sets. Right after you finish this set, you're gonna want to start another — trust. 

Promising review: "What a fun Lego set! Easy enough to do while you watch TV, and it can be completed in sections, so you don't feel compelled to complete all in one sitting." —Matthew Perez

"I like how this set just makes sense when putting it together. It was just challenging enough to keep my mind and hands busy, but not frustrating like some sets." —Samlg76 

You'll be able to practice every cake decorating technique as this set comes with 12 different nozzle tips, a spinning cake board, 50 disposable piping bags, two reusable ones, two icing spatulas, and three cake scrapers. It even comes with how-to guides and videos so you know exactly how each tool is used. 

Promising review: "I got this for my little sister’s birthday since she loves decorating cakes, and it turned out to be a perfect gift. For the price, the quality is really solid — definitely a great starter set or something for casual decorators. She especially loved the guide that explains how to use each tip — super helpful for learning and pretty accurate. Great for helping her get ideas. The turntable glides smoothly, and the coupler makes switching tips easy. The piping bags are decent; they work fine for most frostings, though super-thick buttercream can cause them to burst if overfilled. There’s a nice variety of piping tips, and the frosting spatulas (especially the offset one) have been really useful for her. She’s already made some adorable cake and cupcake designs using this kit. Overall, it’s a great gift for anyone just getting into cake decorating — fun, functional, and really encouraging for creative baking." —Atali Bouck 

Get it from Amazon for $19.85 (available in five colors).

Here are some paint and brushes so once your creations are dry, you can add some personality to the white clay if you'd like! 

Promising review: "It’s honestly just a really nice material to work with! If you want to create things with clay, this is definitely a good choice! It’s definitely not for professional use, but I feel like that’s a given? I mean, it is Crayola. But all in all, great for those who want to use it for fun!" —Amazon Customer

Each kit comes with a pottery wheel machine, a power adapter, eight sculpting tools, two paint brushes, three packs of air-dry clay, and 12 paints. 

Promising review: "I am amazed how well thought through this product is. It is very compact and has everything you need to get started and trying your hand at pottery! My kids immensely enjoyed using it and were very excited with their creations. It's very compact, built with very good quality materials. The wheel is very stable and you can control the speed as you get the hang of it. It's well priced for a starter kit and overall a great kit." —Synghal

Promising review: "A great tool for keeping your mind busy. The instruction book is a little difficult to follow, but with the use of YouTube and the book makes for a great experience." —Camille L. Branch 

Promising review: "Absolutely love this journal! So so soooo many activities to keep you busy, and the supplies you need are just everyday household items! very fun and engaging, and helps get rid of perfectionism. Also keeps your mind off anxiety and stress. Very helpful and I really love it! The activities vary from sew this page, infuse this page, drop a journal from a high place, freeze this page, press flowers, poke holes in this page, and so much more! There are even activities and a cut-out postcard on the cover jacket. So fun and engaging! Hours worth of activities to do. Worth the money!" —Squishmallows101 

Paper Peony Press is a Texas-based boutique publishing company that specializes in purpose-driven books. 

Promising review: "I’ve tried several instructional books on hand lettering. This book is the best by far. I won’t say the names of the other books, but suffice it to say they are all at the top of the list when you search for hand lettering. It is the only book that gives practice for the base strokes and also discusses posture and how to hold the pen, and at what angle to the paper. It is also a lovely book to work with; nice artwork/illustrations. I recommend this book to other beginners out there!" —Karen Rorick

After you complete the mushroom cottage, you can dive into other Buffalo Games puzzles that are equally as complex and colorful!

Promising review: " I am recently retired and need something to keep me busy. This is my favorite brand of puzzle, and I have well over 50. I love how they aren't the easiest due to the color schemes, so it's not something you will get done in a few hours. Would recommend for puzzle lovers." —Amazon Customer 

Get it from Amazon for $11.97+ (available in seven designs).

Promising review: "Another stellar puzzle from Magic Puzzle Company, featuring high-quality pieces, a hidden final image, and a unique solving experience. The artwork is full of detail, making it an immersive and engaging build. The pieces fit together snugly, with no puzzle dust, and the final reveal adds an element of surprise. If you’re looking for a high-quality puzzle that’s more than just a standard jigsaw, this one is worth every penny." —Baloptimus

Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (and check out the DELIGHTFUL assortment of Magic Puzzles for more options!). 

It comes with 25 clear sheets and instructions. 

Promising review: "My kids and I have a blast making these! I recommend getting a hole punch and making key chains! You could also make super cute earrings as well. Really easy to use product and keeps kids busy for at least an hour." —Amanda 

If jewelry isn't your thing, check out this bookmark set that will display your flowers beautifully.  

This is a quicker way to preserve your flowers, as other methods can take days and don't maintain the colors as vibrantly. 

Microfleur is a small business that specializes in unique flower-pressing products. 

Promising review: "Such a unique and easy-to-use product. I preserve dried flowers in resin, and this has been such a time saver. In literally minutes, you have a perfectly preserved flower. I’ve never had any burned or overcooked flowers doing it this way and it definitely beats pressing them in a book. I can’t wait to buy these as gifts for a few other plant lovers in my life." —Jessie

The Barbie edition comes with six templates that include her famous logos, 80's roller skate, boombox, and iconic cat eye sunglasses. There are four LED light modes and it's powered by three AA batteries or micro-USB (not included).

Promising review: "I forgot how awesome these things are! Love the new Barbie templates and the handy tool for inserting the little light pegs. I had one of these as a kid. The upgraded lighting and various light up patterns on top of the trendy templates is great and the price is right. The timeout feature is a little short, so not sure if it would be good as a nightlight for older kids, but I still appreciate the feature overall. Brought back some great memories and helped me build some new ones with my niece."—Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $24.98+ (available in five styles, including Hello Kitty, Disney, and Pokemon versions).

This kit comes with an embroidery hoop, four designs, a punch needle, four punch needle fabrics, enough colorful yarn, and instructions.

Punch Atelier is a small business based in Turkey that makes beginner-friendly punch embroidery sets. They also have a tutorial video for beginners on their YouTube channel.

Promising review: "I’m having so much fun learning with this kit. It included everything I needed, the instructions are easy to follow, and I was super impressed with the ability to reach out with any questions." —Emily Shields  

Get it from Punch Atelier on Etsy for $39.10 (originally $46; available in four sets) — includes free shipping.

The kit comes with three different numbered canvas designs, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and an easel.

Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross) and what a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" —slb m

Each set comes with a 100-color palette, a sketch pencil, a sponge, a swatch sheet, and three water brush pens. Here's some watercolor paper to get you started. 

Promising review: "Love collecting watercolor sets, and this one is amazing — so many exquisite colors to paint with. Creativity is everything, and imagination with all these colors is unlimited. Pure happiness!" —pve

Each set comes with a detailed numbered outline, four brushes, and a set of numbered acrylic paints with extra to spare.

Promising review: "Colorful and fun! This is the third paint-by-number I’ve done, and by far the most challenging. Lots of fine point detail, and the paint brushes included were adequate, unlike other PBN sets I’ve bought." —Emily cox

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 12 styles).

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