I’m in a dark, and cold climate where most days the sun sets at 4:00pm…
And to be really honest??
The first year I struggled to nurture my creativity and mental health.
It was a whole lotta doom scrolling, Netflix..
So what to do with the increased hours of indoor time?
Cue turn your home into a DIY craft making factory..
Maybe like me, you’re looking to find a winter indoor hobby to boost well-being, or perhaps you’re looking for unique gift ideas.
Whatever the reason, you’re sure to receive all the benefits that come with these festive winter crafts.
Winter Snow Flakes Soap
You might be thinking, make you’re own soap?! That sounds complicated and about a zillion steps.
You’ll be happy to hear here this only takes less than an hour, only 3 ingredients, AND you’ll have a gorgeous soap that reflects winter snowflakes- so pretty!
Winter Crafts #2: Terrarium Home Decor
Did you know having a terrarium ( or any nature things) around your home can actually reduce stress levels, AND improve mood ( I mean I need all that I can get in an English winter..)
Plus these are so fun to make! Craft snow ( or cotton!) , mini trees- honestly just go crazy in the festive craft aisle at Hobby Lobby & you’ll have the perfect little winter hygee addition.
Elegant Winter Wreath
I love having a gorgeous wreath to hang up on my door! This wreath DIY is so much cheaper than buying one from the shops, + it looks so simple and elegant.
Side note: You also get to brag when someone compliments it & you say you did it yourself!
Snow Globes
I meansnow globes are like a winter classic.
They bring back so many nostalgic memories from childhood Christmas school parties for me!
The best thing about this DIY project is it’s under $5 & takes around 15 minutes to complete.
Punch Needle Heirloom Stocking
When I first saw these stocking I thought they were absolutely breath taking!
A bit of a more time committing project, but punch needling could be your new winter hobby passion you didn’t even know you had.
It’s creative, relaxing, and boosts all those feel good hormones!
Frosted Wine Bottle Centerpiece
For all my wine lovers out there– this is the perfect reason to save your bottles and reuse them for a gorgeous center piece.
Peppermint Mason Jar Candle
A nice cup of tea, a classic book ( or movie) and a Peppermint candle going?
That’s the coziest winter self care ritual ever.
Dried Orange Garland
Your house will smell AMAZING with these plus add a nature element into your home since many of us aren’t going outside as much…
Dried Flower Ornaments
Flowers just add a hole new dimension into our space- they’re gorgeous, dainty, and mixed with clay which adds a different element.