Your Sweet Start to Create a Game-plan for your NEW Hobby.

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🌸 Creating a Game Plan to Start a New Hobby

Since we’ve already talked about giving ourselves permission to be beginners, the big question is: what now?

Starting something new is exciting, but it can also feel intimidating. Maybe you’ve been eyeing that yarn for weeks, or you’ve had a watercolor set sitting on the shelf, or you’ve pinned “beginner journaling ideas” over and over. You’re drawn to it, but you’re not sure how to actually begin.

Friend, I’ve been there. And that’s why today I’m walking you through a gentle, step-by-step game plan for starting your new hobby without the overwhelm. Think of this as your cozy roadmap: simple, doable, and full of encouragement for every step of the way.

🎥 Watch the full video here: Your Sweet Start Video
📥 Download the free PDF guide: Your Sweet Start: A Game Plan for Starting a New Hobby: PDF Game-Plan

✨ Step 1: Define Your Why

Every creative journey begins with a reason. Your “why” is the foundation of your new hobby — the thing that will keep you going when the excitement wears off or when things feel difficult.

Here are some questions to reflect on:

  • Am I starting this hobby to relax and reduce stress?
  • Do I want to challenge myself and grow new skills?
  • Am I looking for a way to express my creativity?
  • Is this about connection — meeting new people or joining a community?
  • Or am I simply craving the joy of making something with my hands?

Write your “why” down. Put it somewhere you’ll see it often — maybe on the first page of a new notebook or tucked into your project bag. When challenges come, you’ll have that reminder of what matters most.

🧰 Step 2: Gather Just the Basics

Here’s where so many people get stuck: thinking they need everything before they start.

The truth? You only need the basics.

  • A couple of essential tools or supplies
  • One or two beginner-friendly tutorials or videos
  • A cozy space where you feel comfortable practicing

That’s it. You don’t need the fanciest yarn, every paint color, or a whole shelf of supplies. In fact, starting simple often makes the experience less overwhelming and more enjoyable.

📆 Step 3: Make Time for Your Hobby

We don’t “find” time — we make it.

Your hobby is a form of self-care, and self-care deserves space on your calendar. Decide when and how often you’ll practice:

  • 15 minutes a day while sipping your coffee
  • An hour twice a week after work
  • A slow Saturday morning ritual

Mark it on your calendar like you would any other appointment. Light a candle, pour your favorite tea, and treat it as a little date with yourself.

🚧 Step 4: Expect It to Be Messy

This is one of the hardest truths — and the most freeing. Starting something new will feel awkward. You’ll drop stitches, smudge your paper, or forget the steps.

But here’s the secret: that’s exactly how learning works.

Every mistake means you’re showing up. Every messy attempt is proof you’re doing the brave work of being a beginner.

Try this affirmation: “Messy means I’m learning.”

🌼 Step 5: Celebrate the Little Wins

Don’t wait until you’ve mastered your hobby to celebrate — celebrate right now.

  • Your first attempt? Worth celebrating.
  • Your first finished project — no matter how imperfect? Absolutely worth celebrating.
  • Even just showing up again and again? That’s the real victory.

Take pictures of your progress. Write down what you learned after each practice session. Share your wins with a friend, a loved one, or an online community. Celebrating keeps the joy alive and reminds you that every step matters.

🌿 Step 6: Find Your Community

Hobbies can be deeply personal, but they’re also so much richer when shared. Finding your community can give you encouragement, inspiration, and a sense of belonging.

Here are some places to look:

  • Local workshops or classes at craft stores or community centers
  • Online communities or forums dedicated to your hobby
  • Social media 
  • Friends or family who might want to join in with you

Whether in-person or online, having people to cheer you on makes the journey even sweeter.

🎉 Your Next Step

 You’ve already given yourself permission to be a beginner. Now you’ve built a game plan. The only thing left is to start.

  • Start with your “why.”
  • Gather your basics.
  • Set aside your time.
  • Embrace the messy.
  • Celebrate the little wins.
  • And find your people.

You’ve got this. 🌸

📥 Download your free PDF guide: Your Sweet Start: A Game Plan for Starting a New Hobby PDF Game Plan
🎥 Watch the full video here: Your Sweet Start Video

💌 Stay Connected

💛 Remember: You are capable. You are creative. And you are absolutely allowed to start exactly where you are.


🪻 What’s Coming Next

I’m so excited to share what’s on the horizon! My brand-new crochet tutorial is just around the corner — introducing the Bluebird Shawlette. 🪶

This design was inspired by Miranda Lambert’s song Bluebird, which speaks about resilience, hope, and finding light even in hard seasons. To me, it’s a reminder that even when life feels heavy, there’s always a way to keep a little bluebird in your heart — a spark of joy, creativity, and freedom that can’t be taken away.

The Bluebird Shawlette will be a cozy, beginner-friendly project that feels like wrapping yourself in a bit of that same hope and light. Whether you’re stitching for yourself or making a gift for someone you love, this piece carries a gentle reminder to hold onto your own bluebird, too. 💙

✨ Mark your calendar: The tutorial premieres Sunday, August 24th at 10 AM EST on YouTube. I can’t wait to stitch along with you and share the full story behind this project.

Hope to see you there, Sweetpea. 🌸



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