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35 fun things to do while you're stuck at home this month
Don't let social distancing get you down with these top ways to banish boredom
Whether we like it in, staying in is on the cards again. New restrictions across the UK mean we're all being advised to stay indoors again, leaving only for exercise and essential items. It's round 3.0 of lockdown and this time, we're going to do it right. Because social distancing during the coronavirus crisis doesn't have to be painfully boring. If you're after fun things to do when stuck at home, there are a whole load of ideas for having a good time alone or with the ones you're isolating.
From doing a cool puzzle and learning how to knit to giving yourself a salon-worthy gel manicure or enrolling in an online course, we've searched high and low to bring you the best ideas for what to do when you're bored at home.
Maybe you're interested in the best way to spend some quality me-time? We've got a vibrator for that. Or want to bring the cocktail bar to you? You'll want to check out the most stylish drinks trolley. Or maybe you're finally going to get around to that DIY you've been putting off. There's an IKEA hack for that.
All this time at home has showed us that getting creative is the way to mix up our routines as the days pass by too. We're thinking baking cupcakes, having an at-home photoshoot with the best instant camera and even growing our own veg. Take some time to invest in the hobbies you love, or create some new habits you'll grow to love.
Even if that involves binge-watching Disney+ movies or barely looking up for breath from Netflix, just find what makes you feel content in a stressful time.
Here's our pick of the top fun things to do when stuck at home.
Give pottery a go - Fun things to do when stuck at home
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Whether you want to make a pinch pot like the boob planters you've seen on Instagram or something more unique, a clay pottery kit is a great way to spend an afternoon
Learn to play backgammon - Fun things to do when stuck at home
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This might sound a little boring, but trust us when we say it's a great addition to any evening drink or as a way to fill half an hour with a housemate.
Give yourself a gel manicure - Fun things to do when stuck at home
A trip to the salon might be off the table but that doesn't mean you have to compromise on looking after your nails. You can go as loud and proud as you like with Le Mini Macaron's brilliant kit. It comes with a stylish rose quartz LED lamp, two gel polishes, remover pads, cuticle sticks - the works!
Get a magazine subscription - Fun things to do when stuck at home
Being stuck at home means you have more time to hear from us and boy, do we have some treats. You can subscribe to our newsletter to hear the latest in celebs, fashion, beauty reviews and more. Plus, you can run a bath as you flick through the latest issue of Cosmo delivered straight to your door thanks to our incredible subscription deal.
Upcycle some old furniture - Fun things to do when stuck at home
Get stuck into some DIY and give an old piece of furniture a new lease of life. Whether that's updating your handles, a new lick of paint or even moving your existing furniture around to create a new layout.
If you haven’t sat down with a jigsaw puzzle since you were a kid, now’s the time to bring a little nostalgia into your life - but in a fun and fabulous way. We like the cool ones you can find at Oliver Bonas, like this 1000-piece puzzle. Check out the coolest puzzles for adults
Propogate some of your house plants - Fun things to do when stuck at home
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Nothing is new satisfactory than nurturing new house plants, so take some time to trim stems from your current ones and propogate them into new ones. Some bud vases is a helpful place to start, too.
Speaking of sprinkles, cupcakes are just the thing for getting creative in the kitchen and adding that just-baked scent to your home is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Go wild with the decoration too, with shiny cases and elaborate toppers. Meri Meri is your one-stop cupcake kit shop and has accessories to seriously impress, like this Boom! set.
Watch your fave Disney films - Fun things to do when stuck at home
The hours will whizz by when you have a Disney marathon and with the new launch of Disney+ you can watch all your favourites in one go. From Aladdin to Alice in Wonderland, Beauty and the Beast and Frozen, Disney+ is the streaming service we need in our lives.
Treat yourself with an adult colouring book - Fun things to do when stuck at home
If you think colouring in just for kids, think again. There are plenty of adult colouring books to keep you entertained for hours on end. Plus, they're extra good at lowering stress levels and promoting mindfulness. Win/win, right?
Stitch your way around the world - Fun things to do when stuck at home
When holidays are out of the question, the next best thing is this brilliantly crafty map that allows you to showcase all the countries you've visited by stitching your way across the globe. You can stitch flags onto the countries where you've been or use the map as a visual bucket list for the places you want to see next when you're no longer housebound.
Sing your heart out with karaoke - Fun things to do when stuck at home
Love karaoke? You'll want Lucky Voice's ultimate karaoke kit in your home so you and your housemates can belt out everything from Adele's hits to Disney classics. There are 9,000 songs and a stylish microphone, and it works by connecting to your computer or iPad to turn your living room into a stage.
Host an indoor picnic - Fun things to do when stuck at home
Gather your housemates and make lunch or dinner an alfresco affair (without the whole being outside part, of course). You can bake your favourite cake, make a jug of Pimm's and even cut up cute sandwiches for a fun picnic at home. This super-chic French Connection picnic rug is perfect for an indoor picnic and even comes with a matching cushion.
Play some classic board games - Fun things to do when stuck at home
Board games are a fun way of getting your family/housemates together without watching a screen. We love Perudo, Dobble, Cards Against Humanity (family edition, ahem) and Articulate.
Declutter your home - Fun things to do when stuck at home
Spending more time at home means that you'll likely want your space to feel as peaceful and relaxing as possible. And that means getting rid of the clutter that builds up without you even noticing. Click here for our expert guide on how to declutter your space like the pros.
When we can't get to the bar or pub, we're all for bringing the experience to us (responsibly, of course!) and a drinks trolley is one of the glam ways to do it. You can make an evening of it, mixing up your favourite cocktails, trying new recipes and just having a thoroughly glam night with those you're stuck at home with. Do it in style with Oliver Bonas' luxury round bar cart in a gold bamboo design. Cheers!
Invest in wall art - fun things to do when stuck at home
Hit 'refresh' on your bedroom and living room by adding some cool wall art. Whether you're looking to add some colour to the space, or just fancy a bit of a change, new artwork is an instant way to give your room an instant makeover. Alternatively, why not make your own wall art? Pinterest is full of neat (and easy!) tutorials.
Listen to a podcast - fun things to do when stuck at home
Nosy AF about other people's sex lives? Us too. Which is why we've launched our own podcast, All The Way With. Cosmopolitan's sex and relationships editor Paisley Gilmour and self-professed 'sex novice' deputy beauty editor Laura Capon will be getting down to business with their guests - including a throuple, a male escort and a sugar baby. Maybe don't play it out loud while your flatmates are cooking. Or do. They'll thank you. Available to listen/download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast and all the usual podcast apps.
Play some classic games - Fun things to do when stuck at home
If your eyes are straining from looking at a screen all day, give some card games a go. And when you get bored of that, how about some drinking card games?
Roshina is a contributing editor to Hearst UK. She was previously Senior Travel Editor, where she covered titles including Country Living, Red, ELLE, Harper's Bazaar and Good Housekeeping.
When she's not scoping out the next destinations we should explore (Uzbekistan, the Austrian Alps, Tbilisi), she loves revisiting old favourites (Mauritius, the Dolomites, Istanbul) and spending summer in the mountains - especially when hiking or wrapped in a spa robe.
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