Whether you want an easy, relaxing hobby or a new side hustle, these items can help you get started. (iStock)
If you want to get off your phone or away from the television, developing a new hobby is the perfect thing to do in your free time. Whether you’re looking to cook more, develop a new side hustle or make beautiful works of art, there’s a hobby out there for everyone.
Amazon has everything you need to take up photography, knit your next blanket, become a world-class gardener or paint a masterpiece. To get everything you need, make sure you sign up to become an Amazon Prime member. The benefits include fast, free delivery, access to invite-only deals and the option to Buy With Prime. You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your shopping today.
Cooking
McCook Knife Sets $57.98, was $129.99
You can't start cooking without a good knife set. (Amazon)
If you want to start cooking, the first thing you need is a good knife. This 10-piece knife set gives you a chef’s knife and multiple other knife sizes, so you can be ready to prep any ingredient. You can also find it in various color options from Walmart.
WHYSKO Meal Prep Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls Set $28.97
Stainless steel mixing bowls are easy to clean and help you mix any ingredients. (Amazon)
Whether you’re baking a cake or preparing a salad, a set of mixing bowls can help make cooking a little easier. Stainless steel mixing bowls are easy to clean and are exactly what professionals use in their kitchens. The set is also available for those wanting to use their coupons from Bed Bath & Beyond.
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking $27.04
This cookbook teaches you everything you need to know about flavors. (Amazon)
Now a Netflix show, "Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat" is the perfect cookbook for beginners and experts alike. It explains the complexities behind the main ingredients in all our foods and how to pair them together to make delicious meals. Think of it like a textbook and a cookbook mixed into one. For those who prefer eBooks, Barnes & Noble also has this option available for $19.99.
Gardening
9-Piece Heavy Duty Gardening Hand Tools $26.99, was $41.99
Start your gardening journey with this tool set. (Amazon)
If you’re looking to turn your backyard into a gardener’s paradise, you need to start with a few must-have tools. This 9-piece tool set has everything you need in one convenient kit, all with a storage bag to keep everything organized.
6-Pack 10 Gallon Grow Bags $25.99
Grow veggies easily in these growing bags. (Amazon)
You don’t need to grow in raised beds or the ground. Plenty of vegetables and herbs can be grown in these 10-gallon grow bags. The bags have flaps on the front you can lift to check on your potatoes, carrots or anything else you may decide to grow.
5-Tier Vertical Gardening Stackable Planter $39.99
Save space with these stackable planters. (Amazon)
If you don’t have a lot of space to grow, a vertical, stackable planter can help. Plant flowers, herbs or some veggies in these planters and easily stack them as high as you’d like. Or you can use each planter individually.
Knitting
Knitting Needle Set $12.99
Knit anything you can think of with this knitting needle set. (Amazon)
Knitting needles come in a variety of sizes, depending on what you’re trying to knit. This set can help you make socks, blankets and everything in between. You get 11 pairs of needles and a storage case to keep them organized.
CRAFTISS Knitting Bag Yarn Storage $29.99, was $46.99
Store all your knitting accessories in this convenient storage bag. (Amazon)
Conveniently store all your yarn, needles and any other accessories you need in this knitting storage bag. There are plenty of oversized pockets to keep your half-finished projects in as well.
Acrylic Yarn Mini Skeins starting at $18.99
Start all your knitting projects with this multi-pack of yarn. (Amazon)
For beginners, acrylic yarn is the perfect, affordable yarn to use for all your projects. This set of mini-skeins offers every color of the rainbow and then some.
Photography
KODAK Printomatic Digital Instant Print Camera $51.80, was $79.99
Print pictures instantly with this KODAK camera. (Amazon)
Getting into photography doesn’t have to be expensive. If you’re looking to go more old-school with your pictures, a new polaroid camera offers everything you need, at an affordable price. This vintage-looking camera prints photos instantly and is easy to use. The camera is also available from Walmart and Best Buy.
Canon EOS 2000D / Rebel T7 DSLR Camera $489.99
Beginners looking to get into photography will appreciate this camera. (Amazon)
If you’re ready to commit to your new photography hobby, this semi-professional Canon camera is on nearly every list of the best cameras for beginners. It takes some getting used to, but before you know it, you’ll be taking professional-level photographs. If you are looking to start with just the camera without added accessories, it is available at Walmart for $379.
G-raphy Camera Backpack $49.99
Store everything you need in this handy camera bag. (Amazon)
When going on location, you want to make sure your camera is properly stored so you don’t risk breaking it. A camera backpack has special storage spaces for every part of your camera, including your tripod.
Woodworking
Wood Carving Kit $89.99
Start carving with this full set of tools. (Amazon)
Wood carving is a fun hobby that’s relatively easy to learn. This carving kit comes with every tool you need to carve small, simple projects. You’ll also get a pair of carving gloves to keep your hands safe when you work.
180W Rotary Tool Kit $39.99, was $49.99
Create details in your woodworking projects with a rotary tool. (Amazon)
A rotary tool helps you carve small, precise pieces. You can sand, carve and even wood burn. This kit has everything you need all in one convenient carrying case.
DEWALT Orbital Sander Kit $74, was $83.01
Get all your wood perfectly sanded with this sander. (Amazon)
For larger projects, an orbital sander is often necessary before you stain or paint. This electric Dewalt sander is professional-grade and comes with a case to store the sander when you’re not using it. The sander is also available at Lowe's.
Painting and drawing
ARTIFY 24 Pieces Paint Brush Set $23.99, was $41.95
This paintbrush set includes everything you need to start painting. (Amazon)
When you first start painting, you need to get a feel for the brushes. This 24-piece paint brush set gives you nearly every brush you'll need for your next work of art. Plus, you get a storage case and pallet knives, too.
76 Pack Drawing Set Sketching Kit $24.99, was $39.99
Learn to draw with this 76-piece drawing set. (Amazon)
If you’ve always wanted to teach yourself to draw, this 76-pack drawing set comes with sketching pencils, colored pencils, a couple of sketchbooks and charcoal pencils, so you can try out every form of drawing.
FIXSMITH Stretched Canvas for Painting-Multi Pack $25.49, was $29.99
Paint your next 10 masterpieces with these canvases. (Amazon)
Whether you paint or draw, a set of canvases can help you create a masterpiece you can hang right on the wall. This ten-pack offers canvases in all different sizes.
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