I need a hobbie! Any ideas?

Question

I tried Scrapbooking but I didn't have enough pictures that I would use in those sitations.
I'm into photography though and I DO take a lot of pictures.
I've tried knitting, which is a bit weird for a 14 year old girl, i know. But it didn't work out either.
I read a lot.

But I end up spending 98.9% of my time on the computer.
What are some NOT expensive hobbies I could pick up?
I think my parents will kill me if they here me say "I'M BORED" one more time.

Thanks in advance!

Answer 1

you say that you like photography and spend most of your time on the computer, then combine the two there are programs out there that your can do scrap booking on the computer. Not all scrapbooks have to have a ton of picture.
Another idea maybe try to write your own book. not that hard doesn't have to be professional. Just make up a story and go with it.

Answer 2

Try coin collecting. It doesn't have to cost you a lot. You can go to the bank and pick of a box of coin (whichever denomination you like) for exactly face value. A box of pennies is $25, a box of nickels is $100, a box of dimes is $250 and boxes of quarters or half dollars are $500. You don't have to buy the whole box. The bank can pull out whatever amount you like.

Once you get a box, you can go through and pull out the better coins (there are books to help with this or websites). You can pick up a coin album and try to fill all the holes (get one for each year) or just search for interesting ones.

The coins that you don't want can be returned to the bank and put straight back into your account (though it's often better to return the coins to a different bank (not just a different branch but a different bank) so that you don't search the same coins over and over). Everything you find will have been obtained at face value. You'd be surprised what people have found. Check out these links to see:
http://www.coincommunity.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=11494&whichpage=1
http://www.coincommunity.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=1902&whichpage=1
http://www.foundinrolls.com/

Also check your change for interesting finds.

Some things to search for: wheat pennies, silver dimes, silver quarters, old coins, error coins, coins with the "S" mintmark - it could be a proof coin etc. There's always the chance that you could find a real treasure!

It's also helpful to buy a red book. It can help you price your coins and will answer many of the questions you may have.

OR IF THAT'S NOT FOR YOU...

http://www.spacefem.com/quizzes/hobby/

Answer 3

Cross-Stitching, I taught myself when I was 19. You can buy little starter kits at Wal Mart for a couple of bucks to try it and see if you like it. The biggest thing to remember with x-stitch is to make sure you stitch a color in a row first in one direction then go back over it in the other direction (don't make each individual stitch an "x") Since you like photography so much, if you end up loving x-stitch, there are software programs you can buy to scan your photos and turn them into cross-stitch patterns (very cool).

Drawing - all you need are some pencils, a sketchbook, and maybe a couple of instructional books to get you started. The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards or Keys to Drawing by Bert Dodson are both excellent choices to get you started (and both are under $16 at Amazon)

Cooking, not really a "hobby" but a necessary skill to learn before you leave home. Start with making foods you like to eat, then progress from there.

Good luck!

Answer 4

Try combining scrap booking with photography. Scrapbooks don't have to be all about people and parties and stuff like that. Make a wild life photo scrapbook. A interesting buildings scrapbook. Take pictures of things you like and make your own albums. If possible, develop the pics yourself for even more involvement.

Answer 5

I say try Latch Hook. They have the kits at Walmart and you can just get one of the little ones to start with. I learned it when I was 19 and I had the hang of it in a few minutes. The instructions, yarn pieces and canvas come with it. All you need to buy is the actually hook. You can get a kit for about 6 dollars and I believe the hooks are 2-3 dollars. Enjoy!

Answer 6

There is a wonderful hobby...Loom Knitting...it is extremely easy to do. Next time you are in your local WalMart; Joann's or other craft and hobby store check to see if they have any. There are some wonderful groups to check out also. You will be able to make a variety of items quickly.

Answer 7

Try combining scrapbooking with journaling... you will do scrapbook without photos just writing... is a challenge.
Take your time but remember your studies is first and if you have time... try to found a hobbie.

Answer 8

Learn how to sew!
I just learned two years ago, it's wonderful!
its fun being able to show off your work!
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i love to scrapbook too, i just have to get a bunch of pictures copied to finish the book about my family.
If you like to read a lot, then why not try to write something?
Poems, short stories, etc.

Answer 9

mmm thats hard.
im boerd too.
try getting a job.
or voulterring somwhere.
or write peoms///they're iight msot of the time.
i have a job, i write poems.
hah. but i have 8 brothers and sisters;; so im always baby sitting... ru an only child?

Answer 10

i am not quite sure if this is your cup of tea,
but why not try reading a really good book,
go ask around for a really good one because i am sure there are many out there and one of them might just suit you,
time just flies when you are with a book you really like.