Not really. Unless you count my occasional selling of old books, mags, CDs, etc. once I'm done with them. Because reading and listening to music are two of my hobbies. When I no longer need/want those items I take them to a used book store to sell. I participate with some survey sites online for a little extra money from time to time, but I don't really consider that a hobby per se. I also like to enter contests and every once in a while I might actually win something, but I wouldn't really say that's a hobby either.
I've been a gardener for years, and last summer, when I couldn't find f/t work, I advertised on Craig's List about a dozen well-established perennials in my yard that I could divide very easily. I wasn't sure there would be any demand, but I was pleasantly surprised to have a few people who took a whole lot of unwanted pachysandra off my hands, along with lily of the valley and a few other perennials.
My whole life, I've loved watching my favorite professional baseball team, going to their games, and socializing with friends and strangers alike at these games. Since I was a kid, I remember thinking that even the people who sell peanuts in the stands must be the luckiest people in the world - they get PAID to go to baseball games! Now that I'm a young professional, I have a full-time job that requires me to sit at a desk all day. But when I moved back to my home city where my beloved baseball team plays, I decided to apply for an evening and weekend job as a team Ambassador. This means staffing all the games and events around the team, planning and executing pre-game ceremonies and other events, and engaging with fans while giving them an unforgettable experience. I got the job, and now, many days after work and on weekends, I take the bus straight from my day job to the baseball stadium and get paid to watch games and engage with fans for hours! It's a dream come true.
I'm trying to! I love to teach, so in addition to volunteer tutoring, I'm trying to take on some paid tutoring clients. I'm also trying to start freelance writing.
One of my hobbies is woodworking with my dad, and I use it to build furniture so I don't have to buy it. I'm not making money per se, but I am saving money by creating a bedframe or wardrobe by myself instead of buying it.
My main hobby is blogging, which I don't currently make money from, but I'm looking into changing that soon! It would be nice to have some side income, however small!
I help set up social media and web pages for small mom and pop companies in my spare time for side money. I also love going to estate auctions - I think good quality, vintage items are better made than current retail items - so if I can get something at a steal, I end up selling it on etsy or ebay.
I make and sell art from recycled materials. I've sold journals, embellished shoes, Christmas ornaments, headbands, jewelry, magazine bowls, dresses, rugs, and a book safe, all from recycled, discarded, or otherwise unwanted materials.
Kind of. I consider collecting miles and points a hobby, and go through a lot of effort to get them to pay for travel and vacations. It's not necessarily income, but it feels like I made a lot of money when I book a trip for free!
I do my yard work and housework, cut my hair once every two years, mostly I brown bag my breakfast, lunch and dinner to work (I work long hours), yet I spend my money traveling.
I also splurge on myself as a reward for doing challenging things successfully.
Angel! I would go with Capital One, with their cards no need to deposit any money up front. Just you will pay the processing fee $49.00. and some cards no processing fee at all.
To keep my washing machine clean and fresh I do a hot empty wash with some bleach to keep it sanitized. I also like putting baking soda on pet mess stains with warm water and then vacuum it to help with smell. Also white vinegar is great with water to wash windows and glass! It keeps streaks away!
Keep in mind that with most 529 plans, if the beneficiary decides not to go to school, other members of the family can use the money without penalty for educational purposes. You may not have thought of going back to school, but it could beat paying penalties.
I add orange peels to white vinegar and let them sit for a couple weeks to infuse the vinegar. It makes cleaning with natural products smell even fresher. Also, having help from family and roommates is also always a good thing.
That's so cool, Stefanie! I think in larger areas (I live in a city around 45,000 people) there are SO MANY opportunities like you describe -- that's awesome to have something like that to take advantage of!
Another good tip is to avoid putting clothing in the dryer. Get an old-fashioned drying rack and over-the-door clothing hooks to dry items on hangers. I still use the dryer but mostly for towels and bedding.
Air dry your clothes - not only does this make your items last longer (especially items with stretch, i.e. jeans with stretch should never be put in the dryer if you want them to last), but it also cuts your electricity bill at the same time!
#1 is THE most important. I have some quality items that I wear at least biweekly that I've had over 7 years that don't look faded or worn in the least (these aren't all expensive but are mostly mid-range items well constructed of quality materials, some even purchased second-hand)-- making the cost per wear much lower than a 'cheap' item that falls apart quickly.
Taking any kind of class is always fun. The New York Public Library offers everything from yoga to to knitting/crochet to language classes. All for free!
Not really. Unless you count my occasional selling of old books, mags, CDs, etc. once I'm done with them. Because reading and listening to music are two of my hobbies. When I no longer need/want those items I take them to a used book store to sell. I participate with some survey sites online for a little extra money from time to time, but I don't really consider that a hobby per se. I also like to enter contests and every once in a while I might actually win something, but I wouldn't really say that's a hobby either.
I've been a gardener for years, and last summer, when I couldn't find f/t work, I advertised on Craig's List about a dozen well-established perennials in my yard that I could divide very easily. I wasn't sure there would be any demand, but I was pleasantly surprised to have a few people who took a whole lot of unwanted pachysandra off my hands, along with lily of the valley and a few other perennials.
yes, sell cross stitch patterns. The hardest part is finding time. I hope it will be full time some day.
My whole life, I've loved watching my favorite professional baseball team, going to their games, and socializing with friends and strangers alike at these games. Since I was a kid, I remember thinking that even the people who sell peanuts in the stands must be the luckiest people in the world - they get PAID to go to baseball games! Now that I'm a young professional, I have a full-time job that requires me to sit at a desk all day. But when I moved back to my home city where my beloved baseball team plays, I decided to apply for an evening and weekend job as a team Ambassador. This means staffing all the games and events around the team, planning and executing pre-game ceremonies and other events, and engaging with fans while giving them an unforgettable experience. I got the job, and now, many days after work and on weekends, I take the bus straight from my day job to the baseball stadium and get paid to watch games and engage with fans for hours! It's a dream come true.
I'm trying to! I love to teach, so in addition to volunteer tutoring, I'm trying to take on some paid tutoring clients. I'm also trying to start freelance writing.
One of my hobbies is woodworking with my dad, and I use it to build furniture so I don't have to buy it. I'm not making money per se, but I am saving money by creating a bedframe or wardrobe by myself instead of buying it.
I have no money making hobbies.
My main hobby is blogging, which I don't currently make money from, but I'm looking into changing that soon! It would be nice to have some side income, however small!
I help set up social media and web pages for small mom and pop companies in my spare time for side money. I also love going to estate auctions - I think good quality, vintage items are better made than current retail items - so if I can get something at a steal, I end up selling it on etsy or ebay.
One hobby I have is making loom bracelets with different charms. I have sold a few to friends and family.
Yes, I do!
I make and sell art from recycled materials. I've sold journals, embellished shoes, Christmas ornaments, headbands, jewelry, magazine bowls, dresses, rugs, and a book safe, all from recycled, discarded, or otherwise unwanted materials.
However, crafting for $ is not all glitter and glue. Here's why I took a year off, and why you should think carefully before starting:
http://paintingontheceiling.blogspot.com/2013/02/a-year-without-crafting...
If you are curious to see some of my work, head over to my blog
http://paintingontheceiling.blogspot.com/
or my gallery page:
https://paintingontheceilinggallery.shutterfly.com/pictures
I'm going to keep doing it, but I have much more realistic expectations now.
Kind of. I consider collecting miles and points a hobby, and go through a lot of effort to get them to pay for travel and vacations. It's not necessarily income, but it feels like I made a lot of money when I book a trip for free!
Unfortunately I don't make money from my hobbies.
...
I prioritize my spending habits.
I do my yard work and housework, cut my hair once every two years, mostly I brown bag my breakfast, lunch and dinner to work (I work long hours), yet I spend my money traveling.
I also splurge on myself as a reward for doing challenging things successfully.
I can say, I live life to the fullest...
Angel! I would go with Capital One, with their cards no need to deposit any money up front. Just you will pay the processing fee $49.00. and some cards no processing fee at all.
To keep my washing machine clean and fresh I do a hot empty wash with some bleach to keep it sanitized. I also like putting baking soda on pet mess stains with warm water and then vacuum it to help with smell. Also white vinegar is great with water to wash windows and glass! It keeps streaks away!
I use household items to make my own cleaners. Cheaper, and way less chemicals!
Keep in mind that with most 529 plans, if the beneficiary decides not to go to school, other members of the family can use the money without penalty for educational purposes. You may not have thought of going back to school, but it could beat paying penalties.
I add orange peels to white vinegar and let them sit for a couple weeks to infuse the vinegar. It makes cleaning with natural products smell even fresher. Also, having help from family and roommates is also always a good thing.
That's so cool, Stefanie! I think in larger areas (I live in a city around 45,000 people) there are SO MANY opportunities like you describe -- that's awesome to have something like that to take advantage of!
Another good tip is to avoid putting clothing in the dryer. Get an old-fashioned drying rack and over-the-door clothing hooks to dry items on hangers. I still use the dryer but mostly for towels and bedding.
Norwex is an amazing product that saves money and is toxic free.
Air dry your clothes - not only does this make your items last longer (especially items with stretch, i.e. jeans with stretch should never be put in the dryer if you want them to last), but it also cuts your electricity bill at the same time!
#1 is THE most important. I have some quality items that I wear at least biweekly that I've had over 7 years that don't look faded or worn in the least (these aren't all expensive but are mostly mid-range items well constructed of quality materials, some even purchased second-hand)-- making the cost per wear much lower than a 'cheap' item that falls apart quickly.
Taking any kind of class is always fun. The New York Public Library offers everything from yoga to to knitting/crochet to language classes. All for free!
My best tip is if you need a cleaning product go on to Pinterest and search and you'll find a very cheap effective recipe for it!