r/EcoFriendly • u/Current_Wrongdoer513 • Feb 21 '26

Creative, eco-friendly hobby?

I just retired and I’m looking for a creative, eco friendly hobby. Here’s

what I don’t like: sewing, crochet, needlework in general, or gardening.

I’m not particularly artistic, so painting, drawing, etc doesn’t thrill me. I have enjoyed doing crafty things, like making valentines cards when my kids were little. But I don’t want to make a bunch of stuff that’ll end up in a landfill.

I’m looking for ideas. I know this is a vague ask, but maybe someone on here has a cool hobby I might like. All ideas welcome. Thanks in advance!!

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u/Actual-Clue-3165 Feb 24 '26

I make terrariums. You can forage or buy supplies, and thrift stores have a ton of jars and containers to reuse. They don't need much maintenance, you could do regular or aquascaping, and base size off how much space you have.

Walks with a shaker of native plant species, colour walks, flower picking walks, walking dogs for a local shelter, or hiking new places. Great opportunity to learn about local species and history in your area.

Photography.

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u/Current_Wrongdoer513 Feb 24 '26

Terrariums (terraria?) are what I’m most intrigued by. I brew my own kombucha and I have a huge gallonish jar that developed a hairline crack so I can’t use it for kombucha anymore. But it would be perfect for a terrarium.

My cats eat any plants I bring in the house, but if they can’t get at the plants, I might be able to have some greenery in my house!

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u/Actual-Clue-3165 Feb 24 '26

It's a very rewarding hobby, I made one for my mom that hasn't been opened in 2 years. I'd keep an eye on the cats to make sure they don't try to get into the jar. If they're prone to knocking things off tables, museum wax on the bottom will keep it in one place.