Why "Granny Hobbies" Are Making a Major Comeback

🧵 🪡 🧶 When I was a kid, hobbies like knitting, quilting, gardening, and paper crafting were lovingly tucked into the category of “granny hobbies”—simple, quiet pastimes often associated with cozy afternoons and cups of tea. But lately, something wonderful has happened: these hobbies are back, and they're cooler than ever.

People of all ages are rediscovering the joy of creating something by hand, slowing down, and finding community through shared creative passions. And honestly? I think we all needed it.

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✨ The Rise of Slow, Soulful Hobbies

After a few whirlwind years of hustle culture and digital overload, it seems like many of us are craving something different: something slower, more tactile, and joyfully imperfect. Enter what some are calling "granny hobbies." But don’t let the nickname fool you—these creative pastimes are anything but outdated. They're soul-soothing, skill-building, and a powerful way to reconnect with ourselves and others.

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🧵 Popular “Granny Hobbies” Making a Comeback:

1. Knitting & Crocheting

Once thought of as a grandmother's pastime, knitting and crocheting have taken over social media with modern patterns, chunky textures, and handmade wearables that reflect personal style.

2. Gardening (Even Indoors!)

Whether it’s planting a vegetable garden or curating the perfect houseplant shelf, gardening has become a mindful practice that brings beauty and calm into daily life.

3. Embroidery & Hand Sewing

Detailed needlework is back with a modern twist—think bold patterns, vibrant colors, and even snarky quotes stitched into fabric.

4. Baking & Bread-Making

The sourdough boom may have started during lockdown, but the joy of homemade bread, cookies, and pies isn’t going anywhere soon.

5. Junk Journaling & Paper Crafting

Of course, my personal favorite. Junk journaling is the art of turning scrap paper, ephemera, and creativity into meaningful journals that hold memories, thoughts, and treasures. It’s part art, part storytelling, and completely customizable.
Whether you’re layering vintage paper, making your own pockets and tags, or documenting your thoughts with a bit of glue and ink, junk journaling is a beautiful way to slow down and express yourself.

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🌸 Why These Hobbies Matter More Than Ever

These hobbies aren’t just ways to pass the time—they're tools for nurturing your mental health. In a fast-paced world, they remind us that slowing down, creating with our hands, and making something imperfectly beautiful is enough.
They connect us with communities of like-minded people who celebrate the joy of making something from nothing.
And they give us permission to play again—no deadlines, no pressure, just creativity for its own sake.

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💛 Ready to Start Your Own Creative Hobby?

If you’ve been looking for a creative outlet, maybe now’s the time to embrace your inner “granny hobby” enthusiast. Whether you pick up a crochet hook, plant some herbs, or start your first junk journal, give yourself permission to slow down and enjoy the process.

If junk journaling is calling your name, I’ve got some goodies to get you started in my shop—DigiKits, a Digital Kit to design your own ephemera, and even beginner-friendly junk journals ready for your personal touch.

👉 [Browse my shop here] (www.PicketyPaperBits.com)
👉 [Grab my free “Make Your First Junk Journal Signature” guide!] (Get My Freebie Here)

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☀️ This July, let’s embrace the simple joys.

Create. Connect. Slow down. And find happiness in the handmade.

Happy crafting,
Jolyn