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Zero/low-setup projects you can finish tonight- no babysitter, no guilt.
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Zero/low-setup projects for a 20-minute win today. Keep going if the timer dings and life says yes.
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Zero Setup
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Zero/Low-Setup Hobbies
Zentangle Art
2-minute setup and all you need is a pen and some paper.
Kid-Interruption: Pause after first pattern, have them draw with you!
Learn How ->
Adult coloring
All you need is a printable page and some colored pencils.
Hand lettering/calligraphy
Kid-Interruption: Pause after practicing the alphabet once through
Print Page ->
Kid-Interruption: Pause after coloring the big areas
Hand Lettering Guide ->
All you need is a pen/marker and some paper.
Tiny Finishes
making paper flowers
Some cute paper and a simple youtube tutorial is all you need!
Kid-Interruption: Make one at a time, give them a piece of paper to fold with you
Learn How ->
Mini Embroidery Hoop
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Cute and simple hobby you can start with one kit.
mandala Rock Painting
Kid-Interruption: Just paint one small design at a time, have them paint with you!
Kid-Interruption: Pause after doing one small flower/design
Get Started ->
You need markers, paints, and some rocks to get started!
Digital & Tactile
Digitial Scrapbook Collage
All you need is a laptop and a free account!
Kid-Interruption: Just start with one collage and a handful of pics at a time
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Mini lego build
Easy and turns out super cute with a small kit you can get for under $10
Kid-Interruption: Pause after doing 1-2 pages of the kit
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Paint-by-number
Kid-Interruption: Just paint one number at a time and then pause
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A simple kit will give you everything you need
Supplies to Get Started
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Other supplies that are helpful
Rolling Tray/Cart
I love this cart! It's a perfect place to stash your hobby supplies and then you can wheel it away when you're done, create a portable hobby spot!
Craft Caddy
This is a perfect storage container for either toddler crafts or your own hobby supplies!
Real Self-Care Book
This is one of my favorite books about self-care- it dives deep into the core of what self-care looks like.
Kid co-play ideas (if littles are awake)
Build Together
They can build their own flower garden while you do one page out of your LEGO section- my kids LOVE it!
Sticker Station
These reusable sticker books are my favorite, you can use them again and again and with them coming in a pack of 6 you can rotate them so your kids don't get bored with just one.
Play-Doh Counter
Play-doh is always a good call and a great way to keep the kids occupied! This is one of my favorites.
Kits to get you started
Lego Kits
You can start with the under $25 page and they have a lot of cute sets available- go exploring!
Shutterfly
You can make an account for free and start making a book right away!
Paper Flowers Kit
You can start with this template and this youtube tutorial and you're set!
Kits to get you started
Paint-by-Number
These kits are beautiful, you can start with an easier one, and they come with all the paints and brushes you need to get started.
Embroidery Hoops
This kit comes with the hoops, needles, threads, and patterns that you need to get started- perfect for beginners
Mandala Rock Painting
This kit comes with all the paints, brushes, and even wooden rocks to get you started with these beautiful patterns.
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That's okay! If you get the kid down for a nap and all you have energy for is a nap- then take a nap! Give yourself grace and do what you can, hobbies are supposed to be fun and guilt free!
I just don't have the energy
Start with Zentangle, adult coloring, or hand lettering- all require little supplies and no setup time!
What if I don't have any supplies yet?
I totally get that! Start with a digital hobby or a simple pen and paper hobby, you can recline on the couch and binge a favorite show while you unwind!
I really don't have the energy to clean up a mess tonight
Start with what you have! If you only have 10-minutes, then just start with half a step. The win comes from starting, momentum builds!
What if i only have 10-minutes?
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How We Grow Beyond 20 (because that's the goal!)
Finish-tonight projects; claim a daily window.
(10-20 minutes)
(40-60 minutes)
Stack two blocks; swap nights with a partner.
(2-3 hours)
Occasional longer sessions or out-of-home classes.
Stage 1: the On Ramp
Stage 2: The runway
Stage 3: The Fieldtrip
Your stage can change by the week. No guilt.