Unusual Hobbies
Cloud Watching
Introduction:
Have you ever thought what life would be without clouds? There would be no rain and life would be dull. Clouds not only bring rainfall to our lands but also add beauty to the sky.
Benefits of cloud watching
Clouds may look like animals, people, trees, flowers or any other object. Studies reveal that clouds help relieve stress in our lives. If you lie down on your terrace and watch clouds, your body gets recharged and you get a chance to relax as well. If you take it up as a hobby, you will never be tired of watching clouds of various shapes and colors. And what’s the best reason to take up cloud watching as a hobby! It’s free. You do not need any money to pursue this hobby.
Types of clouds
There are mainly three types of clouds – cumulus, cumulonimbus and cirrus.
Cumulus is a fluffy cloud and very easy to spot. They are low level clouds indicating fair weather. Cumulonimbus are anvil topped clouds bringing thunder and rain while cirrus is usually the highest cloud of all and made entirely of ice crystals.
Conclusion
If your father possesses a powerful camera, you can ask him to take photographs of different clouds. You can even make a scrap book and show it to your friends. Cloud watching also helps you to connect with nature. In today’s world, we live in concrete jungles. Cloud watching is one hobby which will make you go out in the open and breathe some fresh air as well. So just look up and up!
Matchstick models
Introduction
Matchstick models are scale models which can be turned into a hobby. They are made of matches which are different from normal matchsticks which do not have a combustible end.
How are models made?
You can make various objects like trains, carts, houses and even stick figures. Matches are cut using a knife and joined together with glue. The models are often placed on a cardboard for support. Many kits are available with instructions which will help you build models.
Tips for matchstick models
To make matchstick models you need to have tremendous patience. Some models can take several days and months to make it. You need to be always fresh while pursuing this kind of a hobby as there is hardly any place for mistake. You might mess up the whole thing and probably you would have to redo the model. Have your tools like a pair of scissors, glue cardboard, paint, and knife always handy. When using a knife or scissors remember to use it under the guidance of your parents as you might end up hurting yourself. If you are making a model from a book, then remember to read the guidelines well before starting building on your model.
Book Collector
Introduction:
Book collection is known as bibliophilia and should not be confused with the compulsive disorder which includes excessive accumulation and hoarding of books. Book collecting involves seeking, acquiring, cataloging, displaying, organizing, storing, and maintaining books which are of interest to the collector.
Who is a book collector?
A book collector is one who loves to collect books of various subjects and authors. A person who takes up this hobby usually loves to read the book for its content, but there might be others who love it for their format. Book collectors love to possess books and make a library and admire them. Having rare, first editions, new author books, unusual binding, autographed books in one’s collection is a great idea. Imagine if you start collecting such books from a very young age, what a collection it would be 15 or 20 years down the line!
Conclusion:
Book collecting is easy and not too expensive as there are thousands of bookstore offering discounts all round the year and even online book sellers like Amazon and Alibris. Only if you are wealthy enough can you collect rare books like the Gutenberg Bible, and Shakespeare's First Folio.