Now that spring is finally here it is time for many of us to look forward to a happier summer when restrictions lift and we get to see our family and friends.
The pandemic had a huge impact on all of our lives from missing moments of people’s lives, losing jobs, and, sadly, even becoming ill. It is important for us all now to take the chance to get back to normality and take the opportunity to make a positive change.
Today we want to take a look at some of the simple and fun hobbies you could take up this spring to make your daily routine a little different and more fun. There are lots of ways to enjoy your time and some of them can even make you some money on the side. Here are some of the ideas you can try this spring.
Baking
The first of the hobbies you can consider trying this spring is baking. Now that you’ll have family and friends to see and bake for - it is the perfect time to get in the kitchen and start being a bit creative.
Homemade ice cream is a super fun recipe to make and you can change and adapt the flavours to your choosing - and here’s how to make a simple version:
Ingredients:
- 500ml custard
- 300ml double cream
- Flavouring (melted chocolate, toffee sauce etc)
1.In a bowl or an ice cream maker, mix these ingredients until combined.
2. If you have an ice cream maker - mix for 15 minutes and then transfer to a freezer safe tub for 4 hours.
3. If manual - place in a tub and take out of the freezer every half an hour to stir the ice cream and stop it crystallising.
4. Serve with your favourite treats!
Gardening
If you have an outdoor space and you are looking to make the most of it this year - consider taking up gardening as a hobby. Gardening can be a great way to spend a sunny Sunday afternoon and you will start to learn a lot about plants and animals that reside in your garden. You can plant seeds and bulbs, consider starting your own herb garden, and try your hand at growing some vegetables such as tomato or carrot.
Forex trading
Forex Trading might not seem like a fun hobby but this can not only make you money but will feel almost like a game of timing and skill. Opening an account with a forex trading platform will allow you to start buying and selling currency and making real money for yourself and your family. There are loads of courses you can take online to help support this and it will be a great way for you to build your skills while having some fun.
Writing
If you are a creative person perhaps the best hobby you can try this year is writing. Writing is a wonderful thing and there are no rules. Pick a story and simply start to create something you enjoy. You could write a book, poems, or even short stories and enjoy letting your imagination go wild!
What are you enjoying this Spring?
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