Hi! The creative energy was buzzing this month - Hobbyist was busy at the La Belladone Creator’s Market, Phone Free Creative Night, and hosting more fun events throughout the city. The best part was meeting so many talented and kind makers. We have the best creative community here in Brussels, and I’m so happy to share them here with you… CREATORS I LOVED THIS MONTH I met Max from Demi Kiwi at the La Belladone Creator’s Market — truly the nicest guy, and he makes such a fu

Hi hi — happy last day of February! This month had some crazy creative momentum and time spent with new faces – beating the febraury blues with crafts, just the way I like it. THIS MONTH WE: Celebrated a few birthdays with painting workshops Had our first Brussels Makers Market of 2026 Hosted a corporate Creative Hour for team building over watercolor cards Partnered with La Belladone for a pop-up watercolor afternoon – a major highlight so far this year WHAT I’M MAKING Doodl

A Hobbyist Check-In (and a Reading List!) Hi, and happy new year! I hope January has had some moments for self-care and creativity :) I’m admittedly feeling late to the 2026 party this year, hence the eleventh hour note on January 31st. This year started off with a trip to the US for a family wedding, and honestly… it was such a joyful and relaxing break. Now I’m back in Brussels, settling in, and really excited to share what Hobbyist has been quietly up to over the last few