Need a New Hobby? Goodwill Has You Covered!

Did you know that January is National Hobby Month? We can’t think of a better time to pick up a new hobby to pass the time at home!

Hobbies are known to provide many mental and emotional health benefits, helping to reduce stress and promote creativity. Plus, hobbies are a great way to stay entertained and active during the long winter months.

If you’re looking for hobby inspiration, just head to your local Goodwill store! We have the supplies you need to get started, all at amazing prices. Here are a few ideas:

Embroidery

Embroidery dates back to the 5th century, but it seems to be making quite the comeback these days! With just a needle and thread, you can stitch words or designs into just about any type of fabric. There are tons of free designs and tutorials you can find online and plenty of gently-used items just waiting to be embroidered at Goodwill. Add your flair to a t-shirt, sweatshirt, hat, or even a pair of fabric sneakers “” the possibilities are endless!

T-shirts from Goodwill

Scrapbooking

You may have thousands of photos stored on your phone, but your memories deserve to be showcased! There are no rules for scrapbooking; it simply means adding photos, decorations, stickers, embellishments, and journal entries to blank pages. Scrapbooking doesn’t have to involve buying a lot of fancy supplies, either. You can recycle and repurpose some great supplies from Goodwill to create unique scrapbook pages! Shop at Goodwill for things like yarn, vintage books, album covers, and even jewelry pieces to decorate your scrapbook. As long as you’re having fun, you’re doing it right!

Cooking pot from Goodwill

Cooking or baking

Learning the basics of cooking and baking is great for your wallet and your health! You can save a lot of money by preparing healthy meals at home instead of going out to eat. If you’re thinking about spending more time in the kitchen, shop at Goodwill first. You’ll find great supplies ranging from utensils to pots and pans, all priced affordably. Or, stop by our book section for a cookbook and challenge yourself to cook through all the recipes in a year!

Grey and white t-shirts from Goodwill

Tie-dying

Tie-dyed sweat suits were hugely popular in 2020, and we can expect the cozy trend to continue into 2021! Save money by creating your own tie-dyed creations! Along with sweatpants and sweatshirt combos, you can dye anything from t-shirts to button-downs to socks, sheets, pillowcases, and tote bags found at Ohio Valley Goodwill. If you’re feeling ambitious, try ” reverse-dying” “” a method that uses bleach instead of colored dye. It creates a unique, acid-wash effect!

Thrift your way to a new hobby!

Here at Ohio Valley Goodwill, we believe that thrifting can be a great hobby in and of itself! We welcome the budget-minded buyers, fashionistas, and DIYers who love spending an afternoon at Goodwill in search of hidden gems.

Not only is thrift shopping at Goodwill a smart way to shop sustainably, but it’s also a powerful way to give back to your community. Every dollar you spend at Goodwill helps fund vocational programs and services for individuals with disabilities and veterans in search of meaningful employment. Your shopping support changes lives and creates jobs! So, if you’re looking for a great thrift store in Cincinnati, look no further than Ohio Valley Goodwill!

Reuse, Upcycle, Sustain with Goodwill!

We have a network of retail stores and boutiques in and around Cincinnati for your convenience. To find an Ohio Valley Goodwill store near you, view our locations page.