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You’re Going To Discover A New Passion (Or At Least A New Hobby) With One Of These 29 Products

Between picking bones out of owl pellets to learning tarot through cat illustrations, you’re never going to be bored again.

Posted on Oct 4, 2026 UTC

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by Karly Jacklin BuzzFeed BuzzFeed Staff

I'm a resident writer, cat mom, and obsessive online shopper who is passionate about quirky pet products, home decor, size-inclusive fashion, and, above all, perfumes.

1. A pickling starter kitfor all you savory girls* out there whose wallets can't keep up with your love of fermented veggies. Good news: Now you can make your own! This kit comes with all the tools to send you down the pickling pipeline, including a handy little recipe book. 

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*One does not need to be a girl in order to be a savory girl. It's a mindset.  🫒 ✨

Promising review: "Perfect for a newbie like me! I’ve never fermented anything before. In fact, I’m quite a picky eater when it comes to food. I have recently come to learn so much more about fermented foods and how healthy they are for is, so I wanted to try it. I followed the cookbook instructions and my first batch of red cabbage was amazing! This kit gave me everything I needed to make my first batch and it was actually edible to me (remember … very picky eater) so it performed its job splendidly!" —Trisha

Get it from Amazon for $26.77 (also available in a larger kit). 

2. A 1,000-piece dog park puzzle that's as adorable as it is satisfying. There are SO many fun details to notice — you'll be ooh-ing and ahh-ing every time you complete a section and find another *adorable* pup. Plus, reviewers are loving the sturdy cardboard construction of this puzzle, as well as the fact that it's anti-glare and dust-resistant. 

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Antelope is a small business that specializes in high-quality, unique jigsaw puzzles. 

Promising review: "This was my first time putting a 1000-piece puzzle together myself. Once I sorted the pieces out in sorting trays (highly recommend), I thought maybe this was a bit much for me. I started it a week ago and worked a little bit each day. I really enjoyed this. The pieces are very good quality. The details and colors are outstanding. I was constantly discovering something new I hadn’t noticed before. I’m actually kinda sad I’m done, but I’ll pack it away and bring it out again in about six months and have fun all over again." —ScubaReader 

Get it from Amazon for$24.99(available in six other whimsical designs and in multisets). 

3. A 5-pound bucket of Crayola Air Dry Clayto set your inner potter free without also unleashing the mess of wet clay or the hassle of finding a kiln. All you need is a little bit of spare time, your hands, and your beautiful imagination to make the tiny trinkets of your dreams. It hardens as it dries, and then you can paint your creations or leave as is.

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Psst — a lot of reviewers use silicone or plastic molds to get specific shapes! 

Promising review: "It’s honestly just a really nice material to work with! If you want to create things with clay, this is definitely a good choice! It’s definitely not for professional use, but I feel like that’s a given? I mean, it is Crayola. But all in all, great for those who want to use it for fun!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $13.58. 

4. Or a mini pottery wheel kit so you can make your own ceramic trinkets instead of stocking up on a bunch of overpriced ones at Urban Outfitters. It comes with everything you need to get started: the machine, a power adapter, eight sculpting tools, two paint brushes, three packs of air-dry clay, and 12 paints. 

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Promising review: "I am amazed how well thought through this product is. It is very compact and has everything you need to get started and trying your hand at pottery! My kids immensely enjoyed using it and were very excited with their creations. It's very compact, built with very good quality materials. The wheel is very stable and you can control the speed as you get the hang of it. It's well priced for a starter kit and overall a great kit." —Synghal

Get it from Amazon for$45.59+ (available in two colors).

5. A beginner's embroidery kit made for adults so you can have something to do with your hands while you listen to your fave podcast, sit through another work meeting that could have been an email, or marathon-watch all of the Saw movies in one sitting. 

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Each kit comes with a simple design, a cotton cloth, a bamboo embroidery hoop, a little scissor, colored threads, embroidery needles, and instructions, so you should be raring to go when it arrives!

Promising review: "I’ve never done anything like this before ... but I like to try new things, and I’ve just recently moved and wanted to decorate my house with some handmade decor. This kit is a great value for the price! It came with the hoop, more than enough thread, and two needles! The printed pattern is very clear and easy to follow, and the little sheet of instructions on what stitch to use and how to do it is clear enough (and anything I don’t understand, I just watch a tutorial on YouTube). I’m about three hours into the project already, and I didn’t want to put it down last night." —Abby

Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in 26 patterns and colors).

6. A mini grow-your-own mushrooms kit with no special equipment required — it's got everything you need to start growing the goods immediately. Like, it's so beginner-friendly that it literally just grows inside of the packaging it comes in. Just place the box where it'll get indirect light, hydrate it daily with the included mister, and in 10 days, you'll be ready to harvest. 

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Back To The Rootsis a California-based small business founded by two college friends that specializes in indoor gardening kits with a mission to reconnect families to food.

Check out a TikTok of the mushroom kit in action. 

Promising review: "This product has been so much fun to watch! I followed the directions, exactly as written, and the mushrooms began growing within 3–4 days. I will say that I did soak them for close to 10 hours before putting them back in the box to grow and I believe this helped a ton. I also kept the box inside by a window with the blinds closed in order for them to get indirect sunlight. The mushrooms grew tremendously for almost a week before they started to shrink so I clipped them to cook with and they were DELICIOUS! This was such a fun product and process to watch." —Steph Card

Get it from Amazon for $14.16. 

7. A butter churner, because you CAN live out your homesteading dreams without giving up your convenient city life. It's super easy to use — and it's fast. Like, butter-in-as-little-as-10-minutes fast.

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Promising review: "I am delighted with this product. The accompanying instructions were very helpful. I made my first hand-churned butter, which I consider being a homage to my grandparents, who were dairy farmers. The process is really surprising when the butter seizes up — I think it was very important to me to see and experience that moment. Subtle, but crucial... At any rate, I used it, cleaned it, so have experienced both. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed with this little yet sophisticated butter churn." —Nanci Hamilton

Get it from Amazon for $45.95.

8. Cocktail Codex: Fundamentals, Formulas, Evolutions, aka the beginner bartender's new BFF. This book will teach you to understand the art of cocktails — starting with the six "root drinks" (the old-fashioned, martini, daiquiri, sidecar, whisky highball, and flip) — and give you the tools to improvise upon classic cocktail recipes as well as create your own daring new drinks.

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Check out a TikTok of the cocktail book in action. 

Promising review: "This book has easily become one of my favorites. Great base knowledge and would recommend to anyone seeking to further educate themselves on spirits and cocktails. Even the first few pages is full of useful information. Purchase this for yourself or even as a gift. I cannot say enough good things about this book." —Adriana

Get it from Amazon for $19.15. 

9. The Becoming Unstuck Journal, a daily journal from the inspiration icon herself...yup, I'm talking about Oprah. Enjoy over 200 pages of thoughtful prompts, questions, and readings as you write your way into a happier, healthier mindset.

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Each book is divided into "lessons," which include writing prompts, visual exercises, and reflections from Oprah and close with reflective journal prompts. 

Promising review: "I love all of Oprah’s journals, and this one is no exception. The journal is beautiful and really hits on the issues of being stuck. It provides helpful exercises. The quotes and photography are beautiful. I highly recommend this journal." —L. Doctor

Get it from Amazon for$29.94. 

10. Plus, "The Life You Want" conversation cards to spark meaningful discussions at your next get-together with friends. Not your vibe? That's cool — these questions can also be used as journal prompts.

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The 100 questions are often open-ended and thoughtful, like "What would it take to feel truly rested?" and "What doorway is open to you?" 

Promising review: "These conversation cards are fantastic! The questions really make you think and spark meaningful discussions. Everyone should have a set — they’re perfect for gatherings, self-reflection, or simply connecting on a deeper level." —Venita

Get it from Amazon for$34.95. 

11. A diamond painting coaster set that's beginner-friendly and perfect for anyone who is obsessed with ~functional~ crafting. 

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Promising review: "The designs and colors are the same as shown on Amazon. Finished coasters sparkle, and the vibrant colors create eight very cute cats. There were plenty of beads to complete the project, and adhesion was excellent. Letters and numbers were sharp and easy to follow. I am delighted with these coasters." —PackLeaderJ

Get it from Amazon for$11.99 (available in five styles). 

12. A Stealth core trainer to gamify your exercise routine and improve your core strength while ushering boredom out of your brain. This app-supported contraption (contr-app-tion? Ugh, sorry. I had to...) comes with an Android- and iPhone-compatible library of games — and they're all free to play. Just download the app on your phone and get to training. 

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Stealth Fitness is a small business that specializes in unique at-home fitness equipment. 

Here's what former BuzzFeeder Mallory Mower says about this gizmo: "Getting a Stealth board was the very best thing that has happened to me during quarantine. Mixing the fun of games on your phone with the natural endorphins you get from exercising is, to put it lightly, genius. I have two in my home, and my husband and I compete daily to see who can last the longest. My favorite game is the paragliding challenge; he's into the planet-blasting space adventure. Nerd."

Promising review: "Fantastic purchase to solve the boring plank exercises after a year of doing them. This has a quick, easy, simple hit-it-and-forget-it daily with a game, three-minute max, and great results. Much improved core strength, reduce lower back pain, and a high five from my doctor. Highly recommend this for those in need of core buildup and help to manage the time to fit this into a daily schedule." —James Corey

Get it from Amazon for $149 (available in two styles). 

13. A compact microwave flower press kit that is about to become your new favorite thing. This travel-friendly, tiny contraption can preserve flowers in just a few minutes as opposed to the lengthy, days-long wait times of traditional methods. Plus, hellooo...free souvenirs for your next vacation?! If I was your bestie, I'd be delighted to receive a dried flower from your latest trip abroad. 

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Microfleur is a small business that specializes in unique flower-pressing products. 

Promising review: "Such a unique and easy-to-use product. I preserve dried flowers in resin, and this has been such a time saver. In literally minutes, you have a perfectly preserved flower. I’ve never had any burned or overcooked flowers doing it this way and it definitely beats pressing them in a book. I can’t wait to buy these as gifts for a few other plant lovers in my life." —Jessie

Get it from Amazon for $39.99. 

14. A beginner's wood carving kit to satisfy that primal craving to make something with your hands. This handy set takes the guesswork out of whittling so that even the most clueless carvers can create a beautiful little bird sculpture. 

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Each kit includes two wood carving blocks (one cherry and one basswood), a carving knife, sharpening supplies, a template, and three types of sandpaper.

Promising review: "What a fun and relaxing project. Very easy to accomplish a bird figure with this kit. This is a very beginner-friendly project, and also fun for experienced carvers. The instructions are straightforward and easy to follow, with pictures to guide you through the process. Everything you need to carve, sand, and finish the bird is provided conveniently in the kit. I really enjoyed crafting a bird figure with the kit and recommend this for anyone who wants to get into wood carving or is looking for an easy project for the weekend. Have fun and don't forget to strop the carving knife often to maintain a sharp cutting edge." —J.leprgoblichaun

Get it from Amazon for $29.99. 

15. A Click & Grow Indoor Herb Garden Kit, perfect for beginner herbalists, at-home chefs, and anyone else who feels like honing their green thumb a bit...although this thing makes growing plants so easy, it's a bit like the gardening equivalent of asking ChatGPT to write an email for you. It has built-in LED lights, is self-watering, and even comes with a few basil pods to get you started.

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Each Click & Grow kit comes with three basil pods to start you off, and you can check out thefull selection of grow podsfor more options! 

Promising review: "The Click & Grow Smart Garden is very easy to set up and has fairly minimal upkeep. Place pods in, fill up with water and turn on light. The lettuce has grown exceptionally well. My grandkids love to check it out when they come to visit. I am considering gifting Click & Grow Smart Gardens to them. It is straightforward and sets you up to be a successful gardener no matter your experience level. I wanted to grow some herbs and vegetables in the winter. I love the Click & Grow!" —Kbaumg

Get it from Amazon for $106.95 (available in four colors). 

16. Plus, a bonsai starter kit if you prefer your gardening to be a little more manual. You can grow four bonsai trees with this — enough to add some greenery to your kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, AND living room. 

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Each kit includes four types of organic seeds (Norway Spruce, Royal Poinciana, Blue Jacaranda, and Rocky Mountain Pine), four biodegradable growing pots, four expanding-soil discs, four bamboo plant markers, one bonsai clipper, and an instruction booklet.

Promising review: "I love this. My bonsai has already sprouted and it's coming along nicely. The best thing about this product is the customer service. They actually take an interest in how things are going and are willing to help you through anything. They respond personally, no form letters, and they give heartfelt responses to your questions and comments. This is definitely one of my best purchases." —G Eckberg

Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

17. A unicorn slime making kit because the world might have moved on from slime ASMR to weird AI-generated videos of cloud beds, but you know where your heart lies...and that's with real, satisfying, human-made slime. 

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Each kit comes with clear written instructions and access to video tutorials to make over 100 different kinds of slime, from unicorn slime to glitter slime to fluffy cloud slime to floam putty. You can personalize the colors, textures, add-ins, *and* the smell — the box comes with beads, scents, glitter, ink, foam balls, the ingredients needed to make the slime, and containers to keep it in.

Promising review: "Purchased for daughter's birthday. She loves it. I was very apprehensive about letting her use slime, but it has everything a parent could dream of to keep it all in one place and organized without the mess!" —Jay

Get it from Amazon for $27.98 (also available in shimmer and glowing versions). 

18. A succulent monster needle felting kit that's perfect for those new to fiber arts — because, no matter how your crafting session goes, there's no way to truly mess up these adorably awkward beasts. Plus, the kit comes with four mini clay pots so you can "plant" them when you're finished. 

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Woolbuddy is a small business that specializes in felting kits. 

Promising review: "I was really excited when I got this kit. It comes with all the tools you need, including a variety of colors, and it inspires such fun creature ideas! It also includes a QR code that takes you to several (short) tutorials for different shapes, and teaches you the basics of needle felting! I thought it was going to be much harder than it was. (You don’t even need to watch the whole tutorial to pick it up.) I actually bought the same kit for a friend, who loved it also!" —Kt

Get it from Amazon for$29.99. 

19. Anorigami starter kit if you've been feeling like advancing your folding skills beyond the paper fortune teller of your middle-school days. It comes with 162 pieces of origami paper and detailed, step-by-step instructions for 38 projects, from a simple swan to a fox puppet, a pine tree, and more.

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Promising review: "This is everything you could want for an introduction to the art of origami! It has clear instructions, a variety of options and paper too! This has been an entertainment piece for the family for a few nights, as the kids want to try new projects each time. Fun for all!" —Bookbum

Get it from Amazon for $12.71. 

20. A DIY hot sauce making kit with a guide to making four (!!) different types of hot sauces. The ingredients are included, along with the bottles and some cute little stickers to decorate your creations when you're done. Sounds like it's about time to host your very own version of Hot Ones with your roommates!  

Uncommon Goods

Promising review: "Lifetime of hot sauce. The very informative instructions not only guide you through making a few (very delicious!) hot sauces for now, they also teach you how to make them with your own ingredients in the future." —Gigi

Get it from Uncommon Goods for $40.

21. A National Geographic geode science kit to channel your inner geologist and set your childlike wonder and curiosity free. I seriously don't think there's anything more reflective of the primal, human experience than smashing rocks open to see what's inside. 

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Each kit includes four natural crystal-filled geodes, one pair of safety goggles, one display stand, and one learning guide.

Promising review: "I’m an adult in my 30s, but I was such a rock nerd as a kid, so when I saw this kit, I knew I had to buy it! I ended up buying it for myself and my adult siblings as a Christmas present — we had so much fun cracking open the rocks on Christmas Day, it brought be back to my childhood! Highly recommend this kit. You get a lot of rocks for the price, and it’s so fun cracking open a rock and discovering what’s inside." —Anna

Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in three sizes).

22. A sushi-making kit if you've been wanting to add "amateur sushi chef" to the "fun facts" portion of your resume. This beginner-friendly kit includes two rolling mats, one rice spreader, one rice paddle, and five pairs of chopsticks — plus a bonus e-book guide. I hope your friends, coworkers, parents, children, and that neighbor you barely know are all ready to be bombarded with invites to sushi night at your house — because once you start rollin', you won't be able to stop.

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Promising review: "Received this the other day and the wife and I had our own sushi night at home...I did not realize there were two mats in the package which was a nice little surprise...everything is made of good quality materials, easy to use and a good fun activity for date night at home. I will be getting a few more as gifts for a few friends...good product, received it quickly and for the price you cannot go wrong." —Timothy J Stegner

Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

23. A set of tarot cards that's got some serious cattitude and is absolutely purr-fect for any witch whose chosen familiar is their beloved kitty. 

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Promising review: "Honestly, I saw this tarot deck and thought I needed this for ha ha’s. But man. This deck’s images are hilarious. It’s so much fun, and I felt so drawn to it as soon as it was in my hands. I am smitten over these kittens. 😍 10,000% worth the purchase!" —Kathryn Taniyo

Get it from Amazon for $17.81.

24. Alight-up tracing pad beloved by artists of all ages — if you've been wanting to start your ~creative journey ~ but find a blank page rather intimating, this can help you beat that mental block. And it's a great, portable option for those practicing calligraphy, too. 

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Promising review: "I am a 30-year-old calligrapher and was in need of a light box. I needed a light box that fit into my budget and I didn't want to spend too much on one because I wasn't sure how much I would use it. This is by far one of the best purchases to add to my calligraphy arsenal!" —Liz

Get it from Amazon for $24.06. 

25. A string art kit so you can produce masterpieces that look complex but are shockingly easy to complete. It's up to you whether you want to disclose that last part to everyone who compliments your art, though. 

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The kit comes with a crafting board, small hammer, a holder, nails, glue, screws, cotton string, a frame, a pattern, and a detailed instruction manual, so there's no need to buy other supplies.

Promising review: "These instructions are easy to follow — I finished it in two hours. This was so much fun and I love my finished results! It looks so beautiful. It was a gift for my friend. I would buy it again and recommend it to others." —Nicole

Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in six designs).

26. A cozy spaces–themed coloring book because you are never, ever, EVER too old to snuggle up and engage in the ancient tradition of ~coloring.~ You loved it when you were a kid, and you'll love it even more now that you're an adult and have the money to spend on unique books like this one.

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Psst — Coco Wyo has a *ton* of other cozy stress relief coloring bookswith different themes in theirAmazon storefront! 

Another psst — you can pick up a cult-fave colored pencil set on Amazon for $8.99! 

Promising review: "This coloring book is a wonderful way to unwind and de-stress. The illustrations feature familiar, cozy corners that are both charming and relaxing to color. The designs are intricate enough to keep you engaged but not overly complicated, making it perfect for both adults and teens. The quality of the paper is great, holding up well to colored pencils, markers, and gel pens. I love how each page feels like a little escape, and coloring them has become a therapeutic routine." —Ali El-Khatib

Get it from Amazon for $9.99. 

27. And a set of rainbow aesthetic coloring pencils perfect for the artists who are ready to take bold (yet whimsical) risks with their creations. These pencils are beautifully unpredictable — each one has a ton of shades and hues woven in, so each line you draw looks different from the last. Don't be nervous, though...the results are amazing. 

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Promising review: "Got these just to have a change of pace in my sketchbook. Kids loved them as well. They are fun to use. They write and draw smoothly. Great for any aged artist." —angela

Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for$6.99. 

28. An owl pellet dissection kit that's technically for kids...but reviewers of ALL ages are absolutely loving. Hey, some people like drawing, some like board games. Some like to sit there and pick bones out of hard owl puke. You'll never know if that's you unless you try it. 

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This kit comes with tools, instructions, the pellet, and a guide to help match the bones to their possible species of origin. 

Promising review: "My 7-year-old biologist loved this product. It took him a couple of days of frequent, intermittent focus to completely excavate the entirety of the pellet. He loved guessing via the booklet what animal each bone belonged to. There was no smell, and the packaging was nice. It contained tools, instructions, and the pellet. It was very interesting to see and dig and spot bones and fur, we even found a still whole ear, we think. WE love it and will buy again soon!" —ChaiChaiTrain

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three sizes; also available in multipacks). 

29. An itty bitty Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit if you've recently been inspired by the viral TikTok trend using this famous B.R. quote: "Talent is a pursued interest. Anything that you're willing to practice, you can do." What better way to put his wisdom to work than to paint some happy little trees?

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The kit comes with three different numbered canvas designs, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and an easel.

Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross) and what a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" —slb m

Get it from Amazon for $6.65.

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Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.

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