Subject: Starting a new hobby
Posted by: rayven80
Date: Jan 14 17
I've been researching a few new hobby ideas, but I'm a little worried about getting started. Some of them are expensive and I don't want to pay a lot to mess things up.
The ones I'm interested in most are leather working and hand sewing.
Does anyone have any ideas on starting new hobbies?
Posted by: rayven80
Date: Jan 14 17
I've been researching a few new hobby ideas, but I'm a little worried about getting started. Some of them are expensive and I don't want to pay a lot to mess things up.
The ones I'm interested in most are leather working and hand sewing.
Does anyone have any ideas on starting new hobbies?
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astir 
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Hand sewing would probably involve the least cost & items are easily available. Leather work involving stitching is quite hard on the hands. I always made & repaired my bridles so have the tools but I think they were quite expensive at the time. I really fancy archery - proper Welsh bow, not the ones they use in the Olympics. Not had a lot of luck with clubs in my area as not sure I could draw a proper bow. Might wait until the tourist parks open & see if one of them has a range so I could try before committing to any expense Reply #1. Jan 14 17, 2:38 PM |
rayven80
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I was a fair archer when I was younger. I'm not even sure I could pull my bow now. I agree, those competition bows are a joke. Thanks for the advice. Reply #2. Jan 15 17, 9:35 PM |
Mixamatosis
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What about cookery? People have to eat anyway. Why not enjoy some new cooking experiences and polish up cooking skills? The very pleasant results can be shared with friends and family. Reply #3. Jan 16 17, 9:38 AM |
| Mixamatosis
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Sorry, I've just noted where your interests lie, which don't seem to be in that direction. Reply #4. Jan 16 17, 9:39 AM |
| Mixamatosis
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Embroidery is a nice hobby and to start with you can find images already laid out. I bought some embroidery material and made little bags with initials and flowers on the front, then filled them with dried lavendar from my garden to make scented drawer sachets. Lavendar keeps clothes moths away too. Reply #5. Jan 16 17, 9:42 AM |
13LuckyLady
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Hand sewing covers a broad range. Do you mean making clothes sewing or ? Reply #6. Jan 16 17, 10:36 AM |
| rayven80
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I'm a decent cook, but I'm a better baker. My grandma at 83 still hand embroiders towels, but I think I'd like to learn more about making clothes and such before I try my hand at good embroidery. Reply #7. Jan 16 17, 1:54 PM |
| Mixamatosis
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I've just started making myself a skirt. I learned sewing in school and made myself a tent dress then, but haven't done anything significant since. I've had a desire to have another go at sewing but I will use the sewing machine as far as possible. I'm a bit worried about making a mess of it, so I'm taking it slowly, double checking everything. I'm not sure I understand all the instructions - terminology has changed but I can always google for further explanation if needed. One thing that prompted this was frustration at having an idea in my head about clothing I was looking for, but not finding what I wanted in the shops. Reply #8. Jan 18 17, 3:41 PM |
| astir
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I could never get any where with sewing clothes. I think we made an apron at school - mine looked like a rag. I did enjoy embroidery & lace making. I still knit. The other thing I keep having a go at is learning to ride a bike - I'm still at the falling off stage! Reply #9. Jan 19 17, 5:42 PM |
| Mixamatosis
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The falling off stage does not last long. At least it doesn't for kids. I don't know whether it's harder to learn as an adult but once you learn you never forget how to do it. It's just a question of finding your balance. It's easier to do the faster you go but of course lack of confidence holds people back at first so they tend to go slowly at first. Reply #10. Jan 20 17, 10:45 AM |
| astir
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didn't master it as a child, used four legged transport mainly, but I treated myself to a bike for my 60th birthday (retired old pony & won't have another) - four years on I can only manage a couple of pedals before over I go - the kids say I need stabilizers but not in public! Reply #11. Jan 20 17, 11:33 AM |
| 13LuckyLady
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Does your grandmother, Raven80, embroider by a pattern or free hand? My first embroidery project was dish towels. I am currently working on pillow cases. Reply #12. Jan 20 17, 11:44 AM |
rosaann
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I rarely do anything anymore, but I'll list some things I've done that might get you out of the house. Kayaking - kind of tough activity wise but I was 250lbs plus when I started it. My kayak was a big one though. Most consider it unwise to do alone, but I did. Should be forums or clubs where you can meet other kayakers or canoers Metal detecting - requires some activity. I found it kind of hard with social anxiety, but if you want to meet people there are plenty of metal detecting forums Reptile, amphibian, invertebrate, and fish keeping - You could also keep or have an interest in other animals. This is just what I have experience with. Again there are tons of forums where you can meet people. There are also clubs, but I've never gone to one. Pets can range anywhere from dirt cheap to very expensive. Probably won't get you out much unless you join a club or do wildlife photography. Reply #13. Aug 11 17, 12:43 AM |
| rayven80
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My husband got me a drop spindle class for my birthday present last year. I loved it. Taking a class or having someone get you a class for a gift would be great. I know some Tandy leather locations do classes. I got a rock tumbler for christmas, so now I'm looking into jewelry making too. Reply #14. Jun 15 20, 1:01 PM |
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