31 Activities to Add a Bit of Creativity to Your Week

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I love getting creative. It’s one of my favourite ways to rest and relax – and it has been for as long as I can remember. From sketching drawings to writing stories, I love expressing myself in creative ways.

Although my job can be very creative – which I love – I also like to find different activities to add a bit of creativity to my week, outside of work.

These creative activities don’t necessarily lead to anything – but that doesn’t mean they’re not worthwhile. Whether I’m watching a talk by someone I love, or I’m writing a blog post, focusing on my creative passion projects helps me destress and feel inspired.

Why is it important to add creativity to your week?

Adding a bit of creativity to your week is so important – and it doesn’t need to be complicated. It can help you feel passionate, get inspired or spark new ideas.

With work and other responsibilities, your week can become a little mundane if you don’t find activities that help you feel happy, inspired and creative. This might mean simply taking time to read at the weekend or spending time with people that make you laugh.

Getting creative gives you the chance to do something a bit different. You can break out of your regular routine and explore new opportunities, or just enjoy some downtime doing an activity you love.

31 activities to add a bit of creativity to your week

It’s all well and good talking about the benefits of creativity – but what can you actually do to add a bit of creativity to your week? I can help!

I’ve put together a list of 31 easy and affordable creative activities to try out at any time of year. I’d love to hear your recommendations in the comments.

• Visit your local art gallery

• Move your furniture around – you’ll get a whole new perspective on your room!

• Plant a few flowers in your garden

• Paint a picture

• Learn to play the piano

• Clear out your wardrobe

• Write a haiku – this is a great way to do a bit of writing without taking up too much time

• Go for a nature walk

• Make decorations for your living space

• Doodle a design – not everything has to be a piece of art!

• Craft a birthday or Christmas card

• Attend a talk by someone who inspires you

• Display a new piece of artwork

• Pick up your favourite book

• Look through old photographs – you’ll remember good times and spark new ideas

• Go foraging

• Attend a concert

• Play a song on the guitar

• Cook a new meal

• Watch an inspiring speech or TED talk

• Write a letter – you could write it to a friend or to yourself

• Knit a blanket

• Experiment with a new bake

• Take a few photographs – this might give you a new perspective!

• Go to a book signing event

• Watch an inspiring film

• Create a scrapbook of memories

• Write calligraphy cards

• Sew something small

• Write in your journal – you could start a gratitude journal or just write about your day

• Read a poem

My tips to add a bit of creativity to your week

Adding a bit of creativity to your week doesn’t have to be difficult. I’ve put together my top tips to make time for creative activities.

1. Keep it simple

All of the activities in this blog post are simple, helping you easily add them into your routine whenever you want. They don’t take up much time if you have other commitments, but they can still add a bit of fun and inspiration to your day.

Keep it simple, otherwise, you’ll find it hard to get creative, especially with work and family responsibilities.

2. Make the most of your time off

Holidays are the perfect time to get creative. Whether it’s your weekend or a random day off, time off is a great chance to inject creativity into your routine and do something a bit different.

Time off doesn’t just mean planned holidays. It could be your lunch break or your evening. Add creativity whenever it works for you!

If you’re a remote worker, such as a translator or writer, you could use your lunch break to work on your crafting designs, or you could do a bit of gardening during your morning breaks.

3. Have fun with it!

Getting creative is supposed to be fun – so don’t put pressure on yourself! There are a million different ways to get creative, including outdoor activities, artwork, music, writing or fashion. Play around with a few different activities to find what works for you.

Adding a bit of creativity to your week shouldn’t feel like a chore, and it doesn’t matter if you don’t produce a masterpiece at the end of it – it’s all about enjoying yourself.

How do you like to add a bit of creativity to your week? Do you enjoy getting creative? What’s your favourite thing to do outside of work?

Tell me all your thoughts in the comments below 🙂

Happy reading x