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- Solve your way out of an online escape room. We could all do with a bit of escapism right now. But how can you get away when the fear of lockdown is always around the corner?
- Feel the thrill of a fresh true-crime podcast. Occasionally gruesome and always edge-of-the-seat enthralling, the best true-crime podcasts trace murder mysteries, cold cases and miscarriages of justice through twist after twist.
- Catch up on the awesome new movies you missed because, well, 2021. Yes, 2020 was a movie year like no other, and 2021 didn't exactly represent a glorious comeback.
- Shake up your home cocktail skills. There’s something therapeutic about taking the time to make a quality cocktail at home. We’re talking about the kind of sipper that requires a handful of ice, a cocktail shaker, a dusty bottle from your drinks cabinet and maybe even a swish of citrus.
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- If You’re in a Creative Mood. Check out some of the simple art ideas on Instagram Reels. Learn the art of amigurumi. Watch a watercolor tutorial on YouTube.
- If You Want to Freshen Up Your Decor. Create an accent wall. Wallpaper something. Empty and edit. Take every single thing out of a room and then add things back, piece by piece, until you have just enough in the room.
- If You Feel Like Cleaning. Clean under your bed. Clean your dryer ducts. Use car cleaning putty to clean debris out of the nooks and crannies of your car.
- If You’re with the Kids. Make homemade bath bombs. Make cotton candy popcorn. Make macarons. Have a movie night. Popcorn makes it legit. Bonus fun points if you pop your own.
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1. Bake Cakes and Other Delicious Treats
Put a smile on the face of friends, family, and loved ones, and pass the time in a fun and creative way by choosing from a wide range of baked treats to make in your home kitchen. From citrusy lemon sponge cakes to dainty, icing-covered cupcakes, there are so many baked goods you can try your hand at. Related: Best Online Cooking Classes
2. Host a House Party
A great excuse to bring friends and family together, there are so many ways you can entertain your guests from your own home. You could throw a murder mystery night, ignite some competitive spirit with some board games, or bring some class to proceedings with wine and cheese. The opportunities are endless, but the fun will be in abundance!
3. Have a ‘Self-Care’ Day
Feeling tired after a long week of work, or needing a break from the noise of social media? Keep your physical and mental health in a good place with a wonderful self-care day and some self-care essentials. Run a bubble bath, enjoy a new series on Netflix, or try a new nail color, all from the comfort of your couch. It’s good to unwind and have some ‘me’ time. Related: Best Self-Care Ideas
6. Furniture Upcycling
Whether it’s a chipped cupboard in your spare room or a free wardrobe on Facebook marketplace, furniture upcycling is a fun and productive way to spend time at home. The joy that comes from repairing something and making it look new is incredibly powerful. Plus, if you’re willing to pick up furniture, you could even start a side hustle for extra cash.
7. Create Vision Boards
Often, we are so focused on the day-to-day, we forget to think long-term. We forget about our passions, what we love to do, and dreaming big. Be it for a much-needed vacation, a career goal, or your adventure bucket list, an afternoon vision boarding your aspirations, goals, and dream life will go a long way to bringing happiness and direction to your life.
8. Weekly Meal Prep
The bustle of life often means daily tasks, such as cooking and eating healthy meals, can become very overwhelming. If you have some spare time, line up your week by preparing a handful of meals that can be stored and refrigerated, or frozen. From salads to curries, there are plenty of dishes that are perfect for meal prep. That way, you’ll free up your evenings and not give in to the allure of unhealthy takeaway every night.
11. Drawing
Therapeutic and plenty of fun, some paper, pens, and pencils are all you need to find a productive outlay for your creative energy. You can try still life, watch some online tutorials, and even choose from over 100 ideas with our ultimate drawing bucket list printable.
12. Painting
Hours of fun and positivity await if you decide to try your hand at painting. There are so many different mediums and styles, you’re sure to find a style of painting that works for you. Need a little inspiration? Have a look at our ultimate list of painting ideas,with over 100 to choose from, and save yourself potentially hours of deciding what you should paint.
13. Creative Writing
Be it poetry, intriguing mysteries, or romantic affairs, writing is the ideal creative thing to do at home to challenge yourself and channel your creative flair. You can write on paper or craft your compelling stories on a laptop.
16. Spa Day
Treat yourself to some much-needed relaxation with your very own at-home spa day. Wear face masks, enjoy a hot bath with essential oils, and give yourself a mani/pedi, among many other things. Use our ideas for an at-home spa dayto get inspired, and set aside an afternoon or evening to really unplug and take better care of yourself.
17. Play Online Games
Gaming doesn’t just have to be for people with game consoles and love of first-person shooter games. Through your phone or laptop, there are so many amazing games you can try your hand at. Games such as ‘Among Us,’ which have a social element to them, can be enjoyed by anyone. With so much choice, there’s bound to be a game out there you can enjoy playing while interacting with others.
18. Dance to Music
Sure, we don’t all have the moves like Jagger, but if you’re at home by yourself and no one can see you, who really cares? Put some loose clothes on, fire up your favorite tunes, and bust out some serious moves. You’ll feel amazing at the end of it all!
21. Movie Marathon
A movie night with friends is never a bore, especially if you delve into a childhood classic or a timeless trilogy. Can’t decide on what to watch? Try putting suggestions in a hat or bowl and picking randomly.
22. Board Game Night
Be it a battle of general knowledge, a mad rush for points, or delving into magical make-believe worlds, there’s no end to the fun you can have playing board games. Load up on plenty of drinks and snacks, and have a few options to play. That way, everyone can vote to play their favorites. Related: Best Party Games for Adults
23. Host a Barbeque
If the weather is warm, fire up the grill, prepare some delicious sides, and have your friends round for great food and even greater company. Don’t have a garden, or is the weather poor? Simply host your makeshift barbeque indoors, and prepare the meat in the oven, on a portable grill, or cook it in a pan.
26. Redecorate a Room Together
Home renovation can be a lot of fun if you do it together. While rooms such as kitchens will need specialists, there’s plenty you can DIY in your bedrooms, spare rooms, or garage. Decide on a theme together, and spend time every week working on the room, from painting to pinning on Pinterest. This is a productive way to spend time together in the home while working toward a long-term goal together.
27. Life Goals and Planning
On the subject of long-term goals, less often do couples sit down together and actually talk about their goals and dreams. Have an inspirational planning session together. Both talk about what you want to achieve, where you want to go, and so forth. Together, you can find crossover, and work toward shared and separate goals together, helping you grow as a couple.
28. Around-the-World Cooking
It’s great to cook for each other, but cooking together can be so much more fun. Choose a cuisine and a new dish you’re unfamiliar with, and make it together. From Mexican to Lebanese, there’s a world of recipes in books and online that you can tap into and make from home.
31. Build a Fort
Every child loves to build forts, so why not try building a fort together? You can use anything from blankets and bedsheets to sizeable pieces of furniture to make a little cubby for you and your family. Think back to your childhood days and enjoy some childish fun with your kids. Inside the fort, you can read, play games, and watch movies with your kids.
32. Make an Obstacle Course
For plenty of fun and activity, there’s plenty of room to get innovative around the home with fun challenges and sports day-inspired games. The floor is lava, hopscotch, and a jigsaw puzzle are just three of so many activities you could put in your DIY at-home obstacle course.
33. Have an Arts and Crafts day
There’s no end to the fun you can have with your kids when you get creative. Whether it’s finger painting, card-making, or Play-doh sculpting, let your kids get creative and see what you can come up with together.
There are plenty more ideas to explore on our list, so keep scrolling and see if you can get inspired to spend more time at home doing fun and creative times.
Nov 18, 2020 · When you're stuck alone at home, cabin fever can set in fast. So we rounded up 25 entertaining, productive, and meaningful things to do at home.
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- Make candles. Quarantine can be a stressful time—this calls for the ambiance and calming scents of candles. Candles can be expensive, and they're hard to buy online since you can't test the scents ahead of time.
- Become an expert at painting your nails. Once nail salons shut down, women everywhere regretted putting off getting a fresh manicure and pedicure. If you were able to get your gel nail polish off, you're probably looking for a new coat of paint.
- Make a macrame plant holder. This activity lets you create something that will brighten up your home in just 15 minutes with only three materials. This tutorial for making a macrame plant holder also has more advanced options for dip-dyeing or embroidering your product if you want to take your hanging plant holder to the next level.
- Do an at-home facial. Many people are experiencing skin breakouts due to added stress, not to mention less sun. Take some time to do a little self-care and give yourself a spa-level facial.
Apr 19, 2024 · Are you stuck at home and bored out of your mind? Try these creative activities to ease your boredom. An abundance of ways to entertain yourself — and help you stay sane — from cooking to painting.
Creative & Fun Things to Do at Home: 1. Try a new recipe. You can invent a new recipe with the items you have on hand. Or crack open a cookbook, or search online, for a delicious-sounding recipe. 2. Have a pamper night. If you’re stuck at home (or the spa is out of your budget), have a pamper day! This is everything you need for a proper at ...
