In her Queens, New York, apartment, Helena Salarini is surrounded by alphabet beads, metal pliers, yarn and rolls of nylon cords purchased from Michaels and Amazon.com. The 62-year-old retired nanny dedicates much of her free time – and money, over US$1,000 (S$1,280) in a year – to creating trinkets she gives away at concerts.Her pastime has become more expensive, but it’s worth it, she says. “That’s what really brings me joy.”
why people are spending more on hobbies and crafts
Consumers of all ages are spending more on hobbies and crafts, prioritising pastimes over savings and other expenses despite rising costs and economic challenges. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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