How do I go about getting back into hobbies, or finding new ones (suggest some)? [more inside]
posted by cofie on Nov 24, 2009 - 15 answers

How can I seal hand-painted Preiser figures so that they can be submerged indefinitely? [more inside]
posted by arnicae on Nov 10, 2009 - 4 answers

For a person who enjoys deception, what are some games, sports, hobbies, or pastimes that they would be especially drawn to? [more inside]
posted by charris5005 on Oct 13, 2009 - 26 answers

I need a basic, cheap kite plan that can be easily built by kids. [more inside]
posted by Brodiggitty on Aug 25, 2009 - 4 answers

I need a new, productive hobby, please! [more inside]
posted by Wroksie on Aug 11, 2009 - 19 answers

What are your favourite photographer's tricks that an amateur could use to create stunning photos on a hobbyist budget? [more inside]
posted by JensR on Jul 16, 2009 - 35 answers

Real life hobby for someone who enjoys building structures in computer games? [more inside]
posted by wastelands on Jul 8, 2009 - 11 answers

Ms. Quizicalcoatl is looking for an artistic hobby, but she is very goal-oriented. Help! [more inside]
posted by Quizicalcoatl on Jul 5, 2009 - 23 answers

A physical hobby for a desk-bound man. [more inside]
posted by raheel on Jul 2, 2009 - 41 answers

What causes electronics to stop working when exposed to static electricity or water? (with misc electronics questions) [more inside]
posted by laptolain on Apr 3, 2009 - 17 answers

I want to play beer league hockey. I am starting from ground zero. [more inside]
posted by Herschel on Mar 26, 2009 - 6 answers

I'd like to start making robots and tinkering with microcontrollers. Where do I start, and what do I need? [more inside]
posted by Simon Barclay on Feb 18, 2009 - 13 answers

Where can I learn to build furniture in or near Montgomery Country, Maryland? [more inside]
posted by Loto on Jan 18, 2009 - 5 answers

Where can I find the best online community for your hobby? Specifically looking for stamp collectors and old coin dealers, but all are welcome! [more inside]
posted by DMan on Jan 1, 2009 - 5 answers

What hobby/activity can I do while listening to music/podcasts? The catch? I want some tangible product or useful skill as an end result. [more inside]
posted by verevi on Dec 5, 2008 - 28 answers

I am about to leave on a 2-month trip for work, where I'll be working the 3-11PM shift, 7 days a week. Help keep me occupied! [more inside]
posted by lemonade on Dec 1, 2008 - 8 answers

I'm building a record collection, and I want opinions on the records every audiophile and music lover should own. [more inside]
posted by Bageena on Nov 9, 2008 - 47 answers

What uses similar skills to computer programming, and is enjoyable in the same way, but does not involve excessive computer use? [more inside]
posted by Not Supplied on Nov 7, 2008 - 29 answers

I want a new hobby. I like to use my hands. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by zardoz on Oct 20, 2008 - 30 answers

How can I earn income off my reading habit/hobby? [more inside]
posted by sorindome on Oct 3, 2008 - 13 answers

What's a trade I can learn now, as a hobby, that will be useful if/when the economy collapses? [more inside]
posted by sportbucket on Sep 17, 2008 - 41 answers

I moved closer to work. What can I do with the 25 minutes of extra free time that I will have due to the shorter commute? [more inside]
posted by KateHasQuestions on Aug 20, 2008 - 28 answers

Bitten by the olympic bug, I am interested in taking up fencing. Fencing questions inside. (Suggestions for other unique non-team sports are welcome) [more inside]
posted by comatose on Aug 11, 2008 - 21 answers

I'd like to learn circus arts in Los Angeles. Contortion, aerial arts, juggling - preferably somewhere with a good mix so that I can find what I'd like to concentrate on. Google turns up a few promising places, but which ones have a nice amount of beginners in their 20s? And the aforementioned mix of everything? [more inside]
posted by Xere on Aug 3, 2008 - 1 answer

Has anyone made their hobby their job and NOT been happy with the decision? I'm specifically thinking about television writing but other fields would apply... [more inside]
posted by Ringo on Jul 24, 2008 - 26 answers

I am about to begin my 2nd year as a Ph.D student in a hybrid comp-sci/multimedia/engineering program. I took up soaring this summer for the sake of my mental health (and to fulfill a long-time dream), and I'm loving it. Should I join an organization that will make flying more economical, but will require a firm time commitment? [more inside]
posted by Alterscape on Jul 20, 2008 - 7 answers

Radioactive dating: Is it possible for a hobbyist to get something dated? [more inside]
posted by cometwendy on Jul 3, 2008 - 7 answers

Digitalcamerafilter: Tell me what you think of your Olympus 1020 [more inside]
posted by chickaboo on Jun 23, 2008 - 2 answers

I need a new digital camera. Don't roll your eyes. I do need some help. [more inside]
posted by chickaboo on Jun 13, 2008 - 18 answers

I need a new hobby programming project (preferably something web based but not necessarily). I want it to be useful to someone (well preferably more than one person) but non-commercial in nature. Can you suggest one? [more inside]
posted by monkeyx-uk on May 7, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm a university student in search of a grand project to occupy my next year and a bit. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by snoogles on Apr 29, 2008 - 10 answers

Help me choose a hobby? [more inside]
posted by katala on Apr 14, 2008 - 23 answers

How do I get a handle on my new photo collecting hobby? [more inside]
posted by jimdanger on Apr 12, 2008 - 6 answers

Help me take my tropical freshwater fish to the next level. [more inside]
posted by letsgomendel on Nov 26, 2007 - 10 answers

I need recommendations for beginner-level electronic kits and projects; audio-related kits and projects preferred. [more inside]
posted by lekvar on Oct 29, 2007 - 19 answers

ElectronicsFilter: How do I drive a step-up transformer to get hundreds of volts out of an AA battery? They're only 1.5v. [more inside]
posted by spacewrench on Sep 3, 2007 - 7 answers

Random strangers of the internet, please recommend a hobby to me. [more inside]
posted by Solomon on Aug 28, 2007 - 38 answers

I have come into a large collection of N-Scale trains, rolling stock and track and would like some pointers to good websites for small layout practices etc. moen-sigh. [more inside]
posted by lampshade on Aug 18, 2007 - 9 answers

Help me find an ADD-friendly physical activity. Looks like there's [more inside]
posted by Baud on Jun 19, 2007 - 22 answers

You set out to be a writer, a musician, a painter, a filmmaker, an actor, something creative. Somehow you didn't become the success you once envisioned. Have you been able to maintain an interest and participation in artistic pursuits as a hobby or small sideline, or have you needed to let the spark fade away completely? [more inside]
posted by TimTypeZed on May 30, 2007 - 25 answers

I want to go fishing. You know, the kind where you stand around in a river with a floppy hat. I want this to be my hobby. [more inside]
posted by Saucy Intruder on Feb 28, 2007 - 31 answers

How would one start developing software to interface with a PBX? [more inside]
posted by smcniven on Feb 1, 2007 - 6 answers

I'm relatively crafty, but inexperienced and largely ignorant of building construction. What are the best tools to learn masonry, preferably stone masonry, first as a hobby but potentially as a career? [more inside]
posted by JeremiahBritt on Jan 17, 2007 - 7 answers

a list of 52 cool things you always wanted to learn but never got round to! [more inside]
posted by thegeezer3 on Dec 11, 2006 - 33 answers

Acquarium hobbyist looking for suggestions on her new-found obsession. I've had a freshwater tank for years and just now really got into having it heavily planted and aquascaped. Now I'm really wanting to expand and possibly develop a cichlid or saltwater tank. There's just a few problems, (and lots of questions) [more inside]
posted by gilsonal on Sep 29, 2006 - 7 answers

How can I combine my dream of being a barista with my full-time desk job? [more inside]
posted by fermion on Jul 27, 2006 - 26 answers

Help me find a way to entertain my homebound future mother-in-law! [more inside]
posted by christinetheslp on Jun 20, 2006 - 14 answers

A friend of mine has recently gotten really into wines. I think the whole thing is pretentious, silly, and barely covers the fact that he has become sort of a lush. HOWEVER, if this kind of thing actually impresses women, I would say that it's worthwhile. So here's my question - does it?
posted by afroblanca on Dec 3, 2005 - 60 answers

I need to be gluing paper to paper for long lasting results. Please help me find a glue that will not let go! [more inside]
posted by bilabial on Nov 21, 2005 - 25 answers

Recommendations for what I should have on my electronics workbench? [more inside]
posted by mrbill on Aug 12, 2005 - 13 answers