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Free hobbies

Having a hobby can be great. A hobby can help you relax and deal with stress. Learning a new skill can be very satisfying and help build confidence. And last but not least: hobbies are fun! But what if you don’t have that much money to spend? Memberships can be very expensive, and for many hobbies you need materials, which often aren’t cheap either. So read on for the best free – or at least very cheap – hobbies!

Exercise
Want to get fit? Make your own exercise routine. There are lots of YouTube videos with free exercises. Whether you want to do yoga, or Pilates or lift weights – it’s all there.

Get into mobile phone photography
Mobile phones these days have great cameras, so why not learn to make great photos with yours? Look for free online tutorials to improve your skills.

Go dumpster diving
If you’re not afraid of getting your hands a little dirty (and sometimes doing some heavy lifting), try dumpster diving. You won’t believe the stuff people throw away! Perfectly good furniture, usable wood, books... Fix it, give it a lick of paint and put it in your room – or even sell it on!

Become a volunteer
So you’re into animals, but you can’t afford a pet. Here’s an idea: become a volunteer! Check out your local animal shelter or petting zoo to see if they need people, or become a dog walker or a cat sitter. You might even earn some cash!

Learn magic tricks
This will keep you busy for a while: learning magic tricks. All you need are some cards, some coins and one or two handkerchiefs, and of course the many online tutorials that are out there.

Bake your own bread
Here’s a crazy idea: bake your own bread. All you need is an oven, flour, water, salt and yeast. Yes, it takes time and effort, but it’s cheaper than buying bread at the supermarket. Plus, it tastes better, and it’s more fun!

 

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