Activities and creative kits to assist in reducing digital leisure time, including 20 diverse games
Indoor activities can be a great way to beat boredom and keep your mind active. Here are some creative hobby kits available in Canada that offer a range of artistic outlets and educational opportunities.
For those with a creative flair, DIY Miniature House Kits, such as those by Rolife, let you build detailed miniature dollhouses and scenes. These kits engage creativity and can take 4–12 hours to complete, making them suitable for ages 14 and up or any handicraft enthusiast.
If you're looking for a more artistic endeavour, Paint On Numbers, a Canadian company, offers premium DIY art kits. You can paint stunning landscapes or create custom kits turned from your favourite photos or pet portraits. These are great for all ages, beginners to experienced painters, and serve as both relaxing and creative indoor activities.
For a unique and immersive experience, consider Miniature House Kits by Tonecheer. These kits build three-dimensional scenes combined with sound effects and dynamic visuals controlled via knobs and screens, immersing you in themed environments like Vincent’s Bedroom or a Magic Shop.
For the younger crowd, creative STEM toys and art sets like Crayola’s Paint Pendulum or Crazy Forts kits are available in Canada and encourage fun, hands-on learning and building indoors.
If you're a fan of television and movies, Eat What You Watch by Andrew Rea contains on-screen recipes to recreate foods from movies and TV shows. For those with a true crime obsession, a murder mystery game could be the perfect choice. For those who like sparkly items, a diamond painting kit is recommended.
For those who enjoy crafting, a fuse bead kit is suggested for creating keychains, coasters, and jewelry. A candle-making kit allows for creating scrumptious-smelling candles at home. A polymer earring set is available for creating 12 pairs of earrings with various color combinations. A hobby tool kit is suitable for assembling and fixing mini figurines, with a guidebook of tips and tricks.
For those with a green thumb, a LEGO succulent set can be displayed after building. For those who like to plan and visualise their goals, a vision board kit is recommended. For those interested in tarot readings, a guided tarot card kit is available.
For a screen-free mani/pedi experience, a UV lamp is available. Inkbox freehand ink allows for testing tattoo designs temporarily (lasts one-to-two weeks). For those with an inner archaeologist, a fossil dig kit contains real fossils and an instruction guide. An embroidery kit comes with materials to create three floral designs suitable for framing.
Lastly, for those who enjoy interactive and competitive activities, Super Skills is a game where players compete in different challenges until someone completes ten, with straightforward rules and interactive props. A compact Cricut Joy machine is recommended for customizing various items.
These kits offer a range of difficulty levels and artistic outlets, ideal for overcoming boredom through focused and imaginative indoor hobby projects.
- Beyond miniature houses and art kits, a diamond painting kit is ideal for individuals who favor sparkly items, offering an engaging way to create stunning pieces.
- For avid TV and film enthusiasts, Eat What You Watch by Andrew Rea provides on-screen recipes, allowing one to recreate iconic food items from various shows and movies.
- For those with diverse interests, a compact Cricut Joy machine provides us with a versatile tool for personalizing various items, making it an essential part of creative home-and-garden or fashion-and-beauty projects.
