Papercutting, a creative hobby to try this new year!
What are the best creative hobbies to try in 2025?
In 2025, three creative hobbies stand out: Papercutting (cut paper), modern embroidery, and pouring painting. They combine relaxation, artistic expression, and visual satisfaction.
What is Papercutting?
Papercutting is a paper cutting technique that allows you to create decorative illustrations using a precision cutter. It is an accessible, relaxing creative hobby perfect for personalizing your interior.
What is modern embroidery?
Modern embroidery takes the basics of traditional embroidery but with contemporary patterns, colorful threads, and a clean style. It is easy to practice with minimal materials, even for beginners.
How does pouring painting work?
Pouring painting, or fluid painting, consists of pouring diluted acrylic paint onto a canvas to create marbled and abstract effects. It is an intuitive activity, without a brush, that requires no drawing skills.
Are these hobbies suitable for beginners?
Yes. Papercutting, modern embroidery, and pouring painting are all accessible to beginners. They require neither prior training nor complex equipment to start.
How long does it take to complete a project?
A simple Papercutting project takes about 1 to 2 hours. Embroidery can extend over several sessions. Pouring painting offers a result in less than an hour, with drying time to be expected.
Introduction
Here we are already in 2025, and among the good resolutions you have set, perhaps the wish to find time for yourself, to allow yourself a little relaxation. And if you are here, maybe you are trying to find a fulfilling activity to try?
I offer you 3 creative hobbies to try in 2025. This list is obviously not exhaustive, but totally subjective ;)
Modern Embroidery
Yes, you are not dreaming, it is 2025 and embroidery is still relevant! Yes, except that this year, embroidery will be modern or it will not be...
Making a notable comeback in 2025, embroidery reinvents itself with modern motifs such as humorous phrases, quirky portraits, or graphic designs. This activity appeals for its relaxing aspect and its ability to personalize clothing and accessories.
@pointsauvage on Instagram: Constance shares modern embroidery creations, mixing tradition and contemporary designs, with captivating videos of her creative processes.
@celine.n on Instagram: Céline Nardou, multimedia visual artist, shares her contemporary embroidery works, blending typography and textile art.
@azuli.e on Instagram: Eloïse, a craftswoman, presents her abstract creations in contemporary embroidery, highlighting French craftsmanship.
@handmadebykristen : Kristen the American creator even adapts her inclusive and feminist beliefs into a slogan, for a provocative, feminine, and touching result.
the Papercutting
Here is another old and recognized technique. Yes, but Papercutting also knows how to reinvent itself and become much more than a simple creative hobby.
A little reminder, to practice you must in order:
- Find a ready-to-use kit, or print at home a pattern you like.
- Equip yourself with a few essential tools for a few euros (mat, scalpel).
- Cut out the patterns
- Showcase your creation.
Start Papercutting with a tool kit like this one. It includes all the tools necessary for practicing Papercutting!
The basic principle is simple: hollow out the colored parts to leave only the imprint
What then makes the strength and interest of Papercutting? You can customize the model at all stages:
- Add color to your pattern, directly on the support paper
- Take liberties with the patterns, create your own shapes, customize the cutouts, insert the names of your loved ones for personalized gifts...
- Then, why not create a colored, painted, drawn background? With family photos, friends' photos?
- To finish, frame your creation or leave it as is.
In 2025, here is a trendy activity to try. Both relaxing, aesthetic, and full of possibilities. Whether you are a novice or already a fan, there is an infinite number of models suitable for all levels, for creations that are always more unique. ✂️✨
If you are a beginner, why not start with a simple model sold on the site like Branche de Gui or Colombe?
Perfect for getting familiar with the basics, these clean designs allow you to master the scalpel handling while quickly achieving a rewarding result.
For the more experienced, more complex models like Cybèle, a modern and elegant female portrait, or Christmas Light to decorate your interior at the end of the year, even three-dimensional models to renew your practice, offer a true artistic challenge.
I am committed to offering precisely these three-dimensional models to change horizons and open creative possibilities around Papercutting. These creations require patience and a certain dexterity, but the final result is worth every minute spent cutting.
What makes Papercutting so special? It turns a manual activity into a moment of relaxation and creativity. And the best part? Your works can beautify your interior or become personalized gifts that are sure to impress.
So, ready to start practicing Papercutting?
Do you like Papercutting? Do you want to really get started with a first model? Click on my guide below:
Switching to three-dimensional Papercutting models will open up additional possibilities for you
The Nativity Papercutting model has been framed and will find its place on a wall in your home.
Pouring Painting
- Literally: "pouring of paint."
You may already know the technique that consists of pouring paint on a canvas while creating mixes, adding elements, testing everything that comes to your mind...
If you thought this technique was just a passing trend, think again. In 2025, it takes a creative and bold turn.
Imagine hypnotic flows of colors that no longer stop at classic canvases, but now dress decorative objects, figurines, and even everyday accessories. 🎨✨
What makes pouring painting so captivating? Its simplicity! No need to be a confirmed artist: just let the paints slide, mix, and reveal unique patterns
. You wonder what it would be like to add soap bubbles? flour? sand? And the result is always stunning, impossible to predict, and to reproduce. This year, whether to personalize an interior or offer a touch of originality, this technique will be your best ally for modern and unique creations.
Believe me, once you try it, you'll be totally hooked!
Hard to leave the video, you immediately want to try, right?!
Pouring Painting is available on all surfaces
Here is a selection of models for beginner Papercutting
Conclusion:
If these techniques have one thing in common, it is their incredible ability to transcend time. They did not come back into fashion after being forgotten, but have evolved thanks to those who practice and constantly reinvent them.
By exploring new materials, experimenting with new techniques, or drawing inspiration from digital, political, ecological messages, or other forms of art, these three creative hobbies – which could also be called artistic practices – remain timeless.
In 2025 and well beyond, they will continue to inspire and captivate all generations...
What to do when you're bored?
Claire Guilpain
creator of Cardamine Papercut
after a degree at the Fine Arts, Claire leveraged her passion for painting and visual arts to develop her brand of models for Papercutting, Cardamine Papercut... Read more
Article index
Introduction What paper crafts can be done? What activities can be done with paper? Why is Papercutting a good craft activity? Here is a selection of models for beginner Papercutting What materials are needed to start Papercutting? Who is Papercutting for? Conclusion: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
