7 tips to start your creative hobby

Starting something new can be hard sometimes, especially when it comes to hobbies, because most of the time we want to do it all right away. I put together a small guide for you that might be helpful if you are new to starting your creative journey.

1.     You don't need to buy art supplies immediately. Look around your home, maybe you’ll find some kids' crayons, an old notebook, pencils from a drawer, even a neighbor or friend might have supplies just sitting unused. Starting doesn't require an investment. Use what's already there. A cereal box, the back of an envelope, a half-used notebook. Believe me, the "right" materials matter far less than actually starting, and you can always borrow before you buy. Ask around friends, family, even local "buy nothing" groups often have art supplies gathering dust.

2.     Protect a specific, small time to sit down and do it. Not "whenever I have time" (which rarely comes), but an actual slot: 10 minutes after your morning coffee, or Sunday mornings. A strict-ish timing makes it a habit, not a maybe. 5-10 minutes is enough to build the habit — you're not committing to hours, just to showing up.

3.     Create a small, dedicated spot at home, even if it's tiny. A corner of a table, a shoebox of supplies, whatever feels good for you. Having a "ready to go" spot and keeping your supplies visible, removes hesitation. Because out of sight often means out of mind, so if it's tucked in a drawer, you're less likely to reach for it.

4.     But you don't always need to be home to do this. Bring a small notebook, a few pencils or crayons with you. A park bench, a café, a train ride. They are all perfect for a relaxing creative time.

5.     Be patient with yourself. If you've never picked up a pencil or paintbrush before, of course it feels awkward or slow. But that's normal, don’t give up! 🤍 It doesn't need to be good anyway. The goal at the start isn't a good result, it's just showing up and doing it. Comparison will also slow you down. Everyone starts somewhere; what you see online is rarely someone's first attempt. Progress, not perfection, is genuinely the whole point.

6.    Join a community of people with the same hobby.

In person or online. A local class, a Facebook group, even following others who share your interest. Creativity feels lighter (and easier to stick with) when you're not doing it completely alone.

7.     Enjoy it, because this is for you. There's no deadline, no one grading you, no "right" way to do it. This is simply for you, whenever you want to feel calm, present, or just a little more like yourself. Let it be enjoyable, not another task on your list.

You don't have to create for anyone else.

With love,

Monika 🦋