When you’re running a family and taking care of a home, life can be tough, which is why we have compiled a list of six exquisite and extraordinary indoor activities that you can enjoy in the winter with your family, all while sitting in your condo or apartment.
Board Games:
Nothing beats the cold isolated weather than a hearty game of chess beside the fireplace. Board games have always been our favorite, and as we grow older, they only get better.
Board games like Monopoly and Chess are sure to stimulate your creative and logical processing skills. Others like, Scrabble and Snakes and Ladders are challenging and creative, and are best when played with the whole family or a group of friends.
Gardening:
Gardening has always intrigued humans since the beginning of time. While in this day and age gardening has lost the popularity and interest it had centuries ago, it is still quite creative and challenging. In the winter months gardening happens in the comfort of your own home. Make a few small planters and get those seeds started to they are strong and ready for planting in the springtime.
Reading Books:
Reading books has fortunately not gone out of fashion yet. The best thing to do while staying in Saskatchewan is to visit a local bookstore or a library and buy or borrow a book or two to read.
The best part about reading is that there are tons of books to choose from, really the world is your oyster. You can find documentaries and biographies to novels and even scientific and fantasy books.
Arts and Crafts:
Ever heard of scrapbooking? How about modge podging?
Well there is no better time to bust out the creative cat side of yourself than when the weather is cold and going outside is less than pleasant.
With how readily available the internet is, there is always some fun projects to give a try!
Cooking
Muffins and cookies? Yes please! Fill your tummy with some delicious baking when the cold weather keeps you stranded in your home.
Bust out mom’s recipe book and find a dish that suits your fancy. Savory, sweet, fruity… the list of cooking possibilities is endless and delicious!
The wintertime doesn’t need to be a dark and dismal time of the year! There is always so much to do both in and outside the house. If you are looking for some more inspiration make sure to check out our blog post on winter activities to do around the house!