Open for your next hobby

Try something new this year New Year’s resolutions hobbies Trying out a new hobby is a great way to celebrate a new year. It’s less “I need to be better” and more “let’s try something new.” To help get you started, here are some Wirecutter-approved picks for activities you might be interested in adding to your life. [Photography]( [A photo of three cameras.]( Rozette Rago [Point-and-shoot]( [instant]( and [superzooms]( it takes a photo, we review it. If you’re looking to get snapping, we’ve got [camera recommendations]( to fit your needs and budget. Don’t know where to start? [Check out our beginner-friendly guide to DSLRs.]( [Explore camera accessories, too →]( [Gardening]( [A photo of someone holding a watering can]( Michael Hession Whether you’re planting a [container garden]( or getting a vegetable plot in shape, you need the right tools to till, weed, trim, and water. Our experts have dug in to find [the best gardening gear]( [a low-maintenance composter]( to [a hassle-free hose]( keep your green space beautifully in bloom. (And if all you seem to do is kill plants, we have recommendations for [great-looking artificial houseplants](. [How to start composting →]( [Sewing]( [An image of two sewing machines]( Connie Park Sewing is one of those magical hobbies that are both endlessly creative and especially practical. With relatively little effort—and a good sewing machine—you can make a quilt, whip up some curtains, or even make pants out of things that weren’t pants at all before. After spending more than 40 hours sewing with 12 machines on a variety of projects, [we have recommendations.]( [You’ll need a clothing iron, too →]( [Cooking]( [A photo of a cutting board]( Michael Hession From blenders to [chef’s knives]( to [rolling pins]( to [nonstick skillets]( our team of kitchen experts recommends the best equipment to help you whip up the finest meals, whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned pro in the kitchen. [These cookware reviews]( are the result of hundreds of hours of research, expert interviews, crowdsourced opinions and owner ratings, hands-on testing, personal experience, and more. [Become an at-home chef →]( [The great outdoors]( [A photo of someone adjusting a tent.]( Erin English Looking for outdoor gear to get lost with? We’ve researched and tested the [best outdoor accessories]( to help make any excursion more enjoyable. Explore new trails with our pick for the [best hiking boots]( bundle up with [our favorite down jackets]( or light up your campsite with [a lantern](. And if camping is on your to-do list, [here’s everything you’ll need]( minus the trial-and-error. [Hitting the slopes? →]( [Exercise]( [A photo of someone stretching.]( Amadou Diallo We’ve tried it all. We’ve run on [treadmills]( swung [kettlebells]( stretched on [yoga mats]( [jumped rope]( balanced on [balls]( and recovered with [foam rollers]( to find the best products to help you stay active. Explore our recommendations on [soccer]( [cycling]( and [massage guns]( (for recovery). [Our guide to the best fitness gear →]( [Upgrade your tech]( [A photo of two projectors.]( Michael Murtaugh Maybe the great indoors are more your speed. Whether you want to start [hosting movie nights]( [reading more]( or [get your gaming on]( we’ve got you covered. If it has a speaker, a screen, an antenna, or if it plugs into something that does, [it’s probably here](. [Your home theater dreams →]( Whatever you get up to this year, we hope it’s enjoyable, enlightening, and worthy of your time. And we’ll be here to help you get only the best. [View email in browser]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for Wirecutter’s Newsletter. Getting too many emails from us? To stop receiving these, [unsubscribe here](. 
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