Finding unusual hobbies now, can help older adults avoid a dull retirement? Here's where you can learn more about some unusual hobbies!
Glassblowing
Encaustic Painting
Fencing
This unusual hobby was invented in the 1st century BCE
Molten glass is 2,100F
A small breath of air is sufficient for blowing glass
Glassblowing includes bead making
Glassblowing hasn't changed since the 1600s
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Allows you to create layered, mixed media paintings
Can be added to paintings or sculpture
You can take a class or learn online
If you already paint as a hobby, this will take your art up a notch
Encaustic wax is a mix of beeswax and damar resin...bees and beetles
World's oldest form of painting, it decorated walls inside the pyramids
Fencing isn't just for duels and swashbuckling. It's a fun sport that teaches poise and grace.
Fencing makes you work hard physically, keeps you in shape, and improves your coordination, speed, agility and strength.