In the midst of the 2020 lockdown, everyone was looking for something to liven up the never-ending days of enclosure. Naturally, the hobby industry exploded. There was a significant increase in gardening goods, games, and instruments, and by 2022, a quarter of Americans were engaging in some kind of traditional hobby. It was the Etsy Revolution, and the desire to learn and create was palpable. With millions in a state of isolation, helplessness, and fear, hobbies were a way of creating a sense of identity. Five years later, this trend has disappeared. Read further via the link in our bio. ⁠ ⁠ Photos: Pinterest