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'old age' crisis - taking up new hobbies. Your experiences & ideas welcome

Marianne72

I can't call this a, 'mid life crisis' because I'm in old age! Others among you might be experiencing similar things. I've finished a gruelling campaign after 20 years and want new interests/hobbies completely different to my late career [mental health]. I still write but find typing painful so can't type for long periods as I used to do. 

I still love gardening and seed collecting and started reading botany. But I'd like something practical to do indoors. Decades ago, I tried simple models - plastic kits of classic historic ships like the Bounty and tea clippers but [don't laugh!] these were lost when my narrowboat sank Rolling eyes. I thought about the more complex wooden kits but don't know if I would have that much patience. Your experiences and ideas are very welcome and perhaps this might help others at a loose end and wanting ideas.

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  • All of this is made by my husband via various methods except for the piece of lead stained glass top right.

    Jesmonite is a good resin to make objects but isn't clear.

    Moulds can be purchased on Amazon and Ebay.

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    That's a stunning collection. I really like the idea of resin and am enthused, having looked at various kits. Perhaps I'll start with coasters and small dishes, as I have an immediate use for these items. I had no idea there were so many moulds - even gorgeous table tops. Your models are certainly inspiring. Thankyou, B.

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  • in reply to B

    That's a stunning collection. I really like the idea of resin and am enthused, having looked at various kits. Perhaps I'll start with coasters and small dishes, as I have an immediate use for these items. I had no idea there were so many moulds - even gorgeous table tops. Your models are certainly inspiring. Thankyou, B.

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