Pastimes
Why a Homemade Scorecard Makes Any Game Easier to Join
A homemade scorecard gives newcomers a clear way into a group game, with visible rules, shared turns and simple paper…
All the pieces
All pieces
Browse ideas for making leisure work with what you have, sharing resources and keeping plans open.
Making
Scrap Paper or Reused Card: Choosing a Base for Collage
Choosing a collage base starts with the folds, layers and cut pieces you plan to use, so you can make a sturdy…
Sharing
Before the Lending Library: How People Shared Pastimes
See how shared books, games and music opened leisure to more people, and learn what makes borrowing a practical…
Planning
The More Supplies, the More Fun Myth
The more supplies, the more fun myth can crowd out the pastime itself. Use a small, defined kit to keep attention on…
Outings
A Rainy-Day Neighbourhood Outing Built Around One Stop
Plan a rainy-day neighbourhood outing around one indoor stop, with simple fallback choices that keep the rest of the…
Our point of view
Leisure need not come with a price tag
We look for pleasure in time, curiosity and resourcefulness, not in buying more. The best plan may begin with what is already close at hand.