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If we have learned anything in the past couple of years — apart from the fact that we need to wash our hands frequently — it’s that we need to find ways to entertain ourselves at home with something besides binge-watching TV shows and occasionally reading a book.

Many people rely on either outdoor or social activities when it comes to having fun. And that’s fine, but sometimes, for whatever reason, it can be unattainable. Even though, hopefully, we will never have to live through another pandemic, finding things to do when you are at home and bored can be an important life skill.  

Those of you who usually do fun stuff outside of the home will be surprised by the variety of creative things you can actually do at home. From more conventional things, like trying new recipes, to more advanced things, like building a castle for your pet or learning a new language from scratch, activities to do at home can be as fun as going out with your friends and sometimes even have additional educational or practical value.  

For this article, we have collected a long list of stuff to do when you’re bored and at home. How many of these have you already tried? We recommend giving all of them a shot and finding the ones you enjoy the most. How do you usually entertain yourself when you have to stay in? Share your recommended fun things to do in the comments! 

#1

Read A Book

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    Teach Your Pet Some New Tricks

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    Headless Roach
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd like to teach my cat to levitate while sleeping on my lap, so that I can occasionally get up to pee.

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    #3

    Foster A Pet

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    Xenon
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would end up with way too many pets! And my void would go ballistic!

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    #4

    Have A Wine And Cheese Night

    Wine and cheese setup at home, featuring rosé, figs, prosciutto, and blueberries for a fun indoor experience.

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    #5

    Make A Bird Feeder

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    #7

    Learn A New Language

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    #8

    Take A Virtual Museum Tour

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    Lyone Fein
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are amazing. And there are international ones available too. Like tours of temples in India, of archaeological sites, etc.

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    #9

    Bake Or Cook Something Special

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    #10

    Perfect Your Home Coffee Game

    Hand pouring coffee at home, a fun activity to avoid boredom.

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    Lane Bass
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fill pot with water, fill basket with coffee, press start.

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    #12

    Play Some Brain-Teaser Games

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does Sudoku fit here? I like to play some.

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    #13

    Learn To Meditate

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    #14

    Make Your Own Music

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband creates music, online games, and board games. The music on my TY channel is all from him. Love it.

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    #15

    Play A Board Game

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love board games but we stopped playing Monopoly since my 5 y.o. beat us at every turn, everyone of us, making his older sister give up and cry! LOL.

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    #16

    Make Homemade Greeting Cards

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    YARETZI JIMENEZ CHAVARRIA
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t have paint or crayons or color pencils ✏️ 🖍 🖊 📝

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    #17

    Learn How To Do Origami

    A hand holding a paper origami bird, showcasing a fun thing to do at home, avoiding boredom through creative crafting.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My youngest son wanted to impress a girl at school so he made a bunch of flowers, tulips I think; he was 15-16.

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    #18

    Shake Up A Cocktail

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    #19

    Try Living Room Yoga

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    Philly Bob
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Them: Try living room yoga! Me: Try living in this position for the rest of your days.

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    #20

    Start A Garden

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    Benita Valdez
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dogs saw it as a free salad bar and even trampled down the fence to eat all the tomatoes and cucumbers.

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    #21

    Take Up Knitting

    Woman knitting at home, wearing a cozy sweater and jeans, with yarn and needles, engaging in a fun activity to avoid boredom.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have tons of unfinished projects.

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    #22

    Try A New Craft

    Hands weaving on wooden looms with colorful yarn, creating crafts to do at home and avoid boredom.

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    #23

    Decorate The House

    Modern home office with blue wall, art, wooden shelves, and desk; find creative ways to avoid boredom at home.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband said "enough". So, no more decorating or changing the sofa's space, etc.

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    #25

    Dance It Out

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    Xenon
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Voice from other room: "Stop jumping on the couch!!!"

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    #26

    Take An Online Class

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    YARETZI JIMENEZ CHAVARRIA
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m already zooming for class for 3 whole year u expect me to do that

    #27

    Have A BBQ

    Couple grilling vegetables outdoors as a fun activity to do at home.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You don't do that because you're bored; you do that because you want friends around or because you're plain hungry.

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    #28

    Have A Pizza Party

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    #29

    Watch A Sports Game

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    Lil mish
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So.who.dosent watch sports everyday pls don't downvote

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    #30

    Play An Old-School Video Game

    Two people sitting on a bed playing video games at home to avoid boredom, using white controllers.

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    Amanda Meszaros
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes!! My brother and I busted out the old GameCube and have been playing Tony Hawk and Mario like when we qere kids.... SO fun!

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    #32

    Organize Your Wardrobe

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's already in rainbow colors; how else should I organize it?

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    #33

    Declutter The House

    Home office setup with a computer and accessories on a desk, ideal for avoiding boredom indoors.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL. I'm bored. Yeah, clean your house. I'm going to read until that passes.

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    #34

    Have A Home Spa Night

    Two women relaxing at home with cucumber slices on eyes, lying on a mustard couch.

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    Headless Roach
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or take it up a notch and make it 'cat spa day'. Have you seen this yet? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uovSGpHZS7M.

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    #35

    Make Candles

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When my oldest brother was poor and living alone, he made candles out of bacon grease. He stopped when he realized his apartment smelled like bacon all the time.

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    #36

    Start Your Side Hustle

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    #37

    Watch Online Concerts

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    Punk Princess Sheena
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely enjoyable especially when you don't have enough money for all the concerts you would like to attend.

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    #38

    Carve Pumpkins

    Person carving a pumpkin at home, a fun activity to avoid boredom indoors.

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    Philly Bob
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chop them up and make home made pies!! (Oh, and roast the seeds!)

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    #39

    Make Playlists For Every Mood

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have an MP3 that has over 800 songs in it but only plays ~125, then it starts back again. I need to find a solution to this.

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    #40

    Start Scrapbooking

    Scrapbooking materials, including stickers and a photo, laid out creatively on a white surface to inspire fun things to do.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this but I'm behind in my work.

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    #41

    Master The Online Game Arena

    Woman at home gaming on laptop, wearing headphones, with lights in the background for a fun indoor activity.

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    Lil mish
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Free fire but it ain't frrre😭😭

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    #42

    Play Badminton

    Two people playing badminton outdoors, enjoying fun activities to avoid boredom at home.

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    #43

    Print Out Photos And Frame Them

    Stylish home decor setup with framed photos, books, and ceramic vases on a wooden table to avoid boredom.

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    #44

    Learn A How To Do New Hairstyle

    Person curling hair at home, using a curling iron, enjoying a fun activity to avoid boredom.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At the age I am, I'm trying to teach my husband how to make braids just in case I can no longer make them myself.

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    #45

    Have Breakfast In Bed

    Woman enjoying coffee in bed with pastries, illustrating fun things to do at home.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nope. No food in the bedroom. You can't actually be bored just when you just wake up.

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    #46

    Learn To Use Chopsticks

    Using chopsticks to pick up food is a fun thing to do at home to avoid boredom.

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    YARETZI JIMENEZ CHAVARRIA
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I try but I never do so I sold them online and pretended they were ancient and sold them for 96 bucks

    #47

    Color In A Coloring Book

    A woman doing a fun coloring activity at home, sitting cross-legged and holding a mug, avoiding boredom.

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    Unproductive Panda #3
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a coloring book that I got last year that has a bunch of holiday themed dogs... I'm still working on it!

    #48

    Set Up An Instagram For Your Pet

    Woman photographing her corgi at home, creating fun memories to avoid boredom.

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    #49

    Do An Online Workout Class

    Woman doing yoga at home on a mat in front of a laptop, exercising to avoid boredom.

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    #50

    Keep A Journal

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    #51

    Learn To Play Guitar

    Learn To Play Guitar

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    Szirra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Make sure to do it late at night so your bored neighbors can enjoy your learning experience.

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    #52

    Have A Bonfire

    Roasting marshmallows over a home bonfire at sunset, sparks flying in the air.

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    Philly Bob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Up here in the Poconos, I do frostbite BBQs. Snowing like hell and out grilling with friends! (Eat inside tho...)

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    #54

    Sleep Somewhere New

    Cozy home setup with a laptop, book, and wine on a bed by a balcony, perfect for avoiding boredom.

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    Szirra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Be adventurous! Fall asleep on the couch for a change.

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    #55

    Become An Expert At Painting Your Nails

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    kitten levels tokyo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guys, if you’re shy about this one just do your toes.

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    #56

    Make A Macrame Plant Holder

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    #57

    Go Camping At Home

    Roasting marshmallows over a fire, a fun thing to do at home to avoid boredom.

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    Xenon
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fireplace recommended for marshmallows, living room rug not a good idea.

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    #58

    Make A Family Tree

    Old family photographs showcasing fun memories at home, including weddings and childhood portraits.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I inherited ~15 books on our family tree. I'm hoping they are for both families (mother and father).

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    #59

    Go For A Walk In A New Neighborhood

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    #60

    Tie-Dye Old Clothing

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    kitten levels tokyo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please be sure to use non toxic dyes and be careful to not inhale the shirt and don’t drink the used dye water.

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    #61

    Paint And Sip

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    On a whim
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Paint and sip… Just beware, if you are absent minded towards your surroundings when painting like me you may find your brushes being swirled in the cuppa tea you are drinking. It’s not ideal 😂

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    #62

    Go Through Old Family Albums

    Three friends enjoying a photo album at home, finding fun things to do together.

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    #64

    Move Your Furniture Around

    Couple rearranging a gray couch at home for fun indoor activity.

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    Lane Bass
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you move the sofa, you've got to clean under the sofa. If you clean under the sofa, you might as well clean the whole living room. If you clean the living room, you should probably do the bathroom too. You're not fooling me.

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    #65

    Learn To Juggle

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    Philly Bob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do... I juggle work, home, wife, kids, finances...

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    #66

    Propagate Your Plants

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would be foolish of me; they all die on me.

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    #67

    Write Letters To Family And Friends

    Calligraphy pen on brown paper, showcasing creative fun activities to do at home.

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    #68

    Participate In A Virtual Writing Circle

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    #69

    Watch A Broadway Show

    Couple in period costumes sharing an intimate dance, illuminated by candlelight, capturing a fun activity at home.

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    #70

    Have A Netflix Party

    Two people watching Netflix at home, avoiding boredom in a cozy living room setting.

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    ZeroCapacity
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This assumes too much, like I have friends to party with

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    #71

    Organize A Puzzle Swap

    A person assembling a colorful puzzle on a glass table at home, focusing on fun activities to avoid boredom.

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    #72

    Wash Your Car

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    #73

    Have A Picnic In Your Backyard

    Child and woman enjoying a picnic on a blanket, surrounded by food, as a fun thing to do at home for avoiding boredom.

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    #74

    Have A Fun Family Meeting

    A family enjoying a fun meal at home, with someone pouring citrus-infused water during a dinner gathering.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun and Family don't go together unless you're talking about my children and husband.

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    #75

    Decorate Cupcakes

    Decorating cupcakes at home with festive green and red frosting to avoid boredom.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My DIL makes the bestest of cupcakes and she's diabetic so my son eats them all.

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    #76

    Make Pottery

    Crafting DIY face mask at home with clay and tools on a wooden table for a fun activity.

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    #77

    Attend An Online Karaoke Party

    Woman enjoying fun activities at home, smiling with a cup of coffee and engaging in a video call on her laptop.

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    Philly Bob
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I sing, I sound like 3 cats having sex on a rusty old car hood on a summer night. I'll spare the world the agony!

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    #78

    Practice Your Photography Skills

    Person photographing fruits with a smartphone at home, surrounded by papaya and hat, capturing creative ways to avoid boredom.

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    #79

    Start A Blog

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My youngest son told me to start a blog instead of writing everything to them on WhatsApp... LOL

    #80

    Host A Cooking Challenge Via Video Chat

    Woman enjoying fun activity at home, preparing a salad in the kitchen with a laptop nearby.

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    #81

    Start A Podcast

    Man enjoying a home podcasting session with a laptop, microphone, and plants, engaging in fun activities to avoid boredom.

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    #82

    Learn To Cross Stitch

    Embroidery projects with floral designs at home, surrounded by threads and scissors, perfect for avoiding boredom.

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    #83

    Have A Karaoke Night

    Person singing at home with a can as a microphone, dressed in sunglasses and an open shirt.

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    #84

    Play Charades

    Group enjoying a cozy evening at home around a fire pit, avoiding boredom with fun activities.

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    #85

    Learn Calligraphy

    Calligraphy practice with fountain pen on paper, showcasing fun things to do at home.

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    Jason Thomas
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is my favorite suggestion so far - I'm going to try this.

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    #86

    Make Homemade Ice Cream

    Homemade fruit popsicles on a decorative plate, surrounded by strawberries and blueberries, perfect for fun activities at home.

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    Hey!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have 3 great recipes and they are easy too.

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    #87

    Order Some Takeout

    Man enjoying a meal in bed with takeout containers, drinks, and a laptop; fun things to do at home.

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    kitten levels tokyo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That guy is looking at that bottle like it is full of Liquid Green Death.

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    #88

    Have An At-Home Film Festival

    A woman at home relaxing on a couch with her dog, avoiding boredom with a remote in hand.

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    #89

    Start Teletherapy

    Woman sitting on bed with a laptop and coffee, enjoying fun things to do at home.

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    #90

    Do A Hair Mask

    Person enjoying a relaxing moment at home, running fingers through long wavy hair, against a soft pink backdrop.

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    kitten levels tokyo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hair mask? Are we just lumping random adjectives with random nouns now?

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    #91

    Organize A Virtual Book Club

    Smiling woman enjoying a coffee at home, browsing on a laptop to find fun things to do and avoid boredom.

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    #92

    Become A Youtube Or Tiktok Star

    Woman filming a fun video at home with a ring light and smartphone, clothes on rack in background.

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    Szirra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because we face a serious shortage

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