The Art of Hobbyness

The Hobby in the Hunt

What starts as a nostalgic thrift trip turns into a cozy hobby comeback. Tam shares her favorite finds, the story behind her sewing caddy restoration, and how secondhand shopping became a surprisingly playful form of self-care.
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What Is “Millennial Hobby Energy”?

Why does one ball of yarn turn into 200? Why does a casual jog become marathon training? Erin & Tam unpack Anne Helen Petersen’s idea of Millennial Hobby Energy and how our hobbies can quickly spiral from small joys into all-consuming projects.
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Should I Monetize My Hobby?

Do all hobbies have to become side hustles? In this episode, Erin & Tam explore the cultural pressures millennial moms feel to monetize every creative outlet. From financial realities to social media comparisons, they unpack why the urge is so strong and how to check in with yourself before turning play into profit, so your hobbies stay a source of joy, not just another hustle.
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What Taylor Swift Taught Us About Expensive Time and Hobbies

After her New Heights interview, Taylor Swift had us nodding along when she shared about reclaiming hobbies and seeing her time as “expensive.” In this episode, Erin & Tam reflect on what her words mean for millennial moms navigating family, work, and self-care and how hobbies can be the key to finding joy, balance, and even cross-generational community in life’s busiest seasons.
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Planted with Purpose: Jamie Shrum on Growing Joy Beyond Corporate Life

In this episode, Erin & Tam sit down with Jamie Shrum, a mom who left behind corporate burnout to follow her plant-loving soul. From Southern California roots to Midwest winters, her journey led her to create SoCal Soul, a plant and gift shop designed to spark joy, build community, and remind us that hobbies can heal. Together we explore how stepping away from corporate life changed the way she shows up at home, whether her passion for plants still feels like a hobby, and why creating space for community has been just as important as growing the plants themselves.
 
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The Okay-est Pavlova

Tam takes on baking a pavlova for her latest hobby experiment. The verdict? Just “okay.” Not a new passion, not a total flop. Just a sweet reminder that trying something new doesn’t have to be life-changing to count as self-care.
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Is Content Creation Killing the Joy of Hobbies?

Social media has changed the way we hobby, sometimes for the better, sometimes not. In this episode, we ask: Can we still create just for ourselves? From the rise of content creation to the beauty of private creativity, we’ll explore how to reclaim our hobbies and rediscover the joy of making, playing, and creating without pressure to share.
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Sensory Hobbies: A Reset for the Overstimulated Mom

What if self-care could be as simple as smelling a candle, kneading bread, or listening to nature sounds? In this episode, Erin & Tam unpack sensory play for adults and why it matters for nervous system regulation. You’ll learn how different senses can help reduce overwhelm and bring joy without the pressure to produce or perform. Perfect for hobby dabblers and moms who need a quick, grounding reset.@theartofhobbynesswww.artofhobbyness.com

Life After Teaching: Devan’s Stay-at-home Mom Story

In this episode, Devan, the newest member of the Art of Hobbyness Team, shares her story of transitioning from full-time teacher to full-time stay-at-home mom. She opens up about the identity shift and the tug-of-war between giving everything to others and saving something for herself. We talk about how hobbies became a lifeline, and why prioritizing self-care matters in every season of life.

From Feeling Behind to Feeling Right: A Book Club Story

Ever joined a hobby group hoping to feel more like yourself only to feel more behind than ever? In this episode, Tam shares the story of her first book club after becoming a new mom, why she felt “behind”, and how she eventually found a version of book club that supports her season of life. It’s a conversation about self-compassion, growth, and how the right hobby space can meet you where you are.
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