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Buzz Feed
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
24 Crafting Kits That'll Help You Discover A New Hobby With Your Hands
A marble paint kit for a family activity that you can later use in OTHER crafts. The gift that keeps on giving! A Lego flower bouquet because you thought adult Legos were all about Star Wars and architecture — until now. A mini Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit to help you start out small with your own "happy little trees" before you move onto bigger canvases and projects! This comes with three pre-printed canvases, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and a mini easel to help display your handiwork and inspire further artistic endeavors. Or a customized pet paint-by-number that'll be a step up from the ones of your childhood. After all, your kitty is a star and is practically begging to be honored in a work of art. A transparent embroidery kit so you can pick out a design that'll ~mesh~ well with your existing decor. A modeling kit of a classic painting to bring some extra dimension to a gorgeous piece of art. If you can't decide between modeling clay and painting, this is a fun compromise. A Sculpd pottery kit so you can realize some stunning creations without needing to use a kiln (like lots of pottery requires). Yes a pottery class is cool and fun but sometimes you'd rather DIY something at 1:30 a.m. on a Tuesday while you catch up on Love Island. Or a 5-pound bucket of Crayola Air Dry Clay for under $20 will help you really get a bit wild with it without feeling like it was a waste of money if your creations don't turn out like you wanted. A DIY stained glass raven to toe the line between spooky, and extremely cute and charming. Sounds like a great excuse to rewatch The Fall of the House of Usher. A felted succulent monster kit that'll give you a new hobby now that it's dark outside when you leave work AND some nice little desk buddies to rival your work nemesis's gorgeous desk plants. A tiger face punch needle kit for a snazzy interior addition that you can point at and say, "I made that" anytime someone asks. But, also anytime someone *doesn't* ask. A compact, beginner-friendly watercolor palette to help you get your paint brushes wet when it comes to this super fun medium. It's not for everyone but it can be quite forgiving so you can build your confidence! This comes with 100 colors to help you realize your artistic vision. A pineapple string art kit that won't care that you're not so great at coloring or painting in the lines. It's going to look so charming up on your wall! Hand Lettering 101 if your penmanship has been compared to that of a doctor's or a chicken's, and you were so rudely reminded of it when filling out cards for people on your list. Recipients won't even know what's coming the next time you send out a card. A wax seal stamp kit in case you'd like to feel like you're in a period piece when sending your pals some snail mail. The kit has all the supplies you'll need to get started! A mini animal sewing kit that doesn't require any prior sewing experience to craft. I mean, just look at them! A punch needle art workshop that comes with a box of materials and a tutorial from artist Arounna Khounnoraj of Bookhou. A rainbow dot afghan blanket PDF pattern if you're feeling super ambitious (I believe in you!) and wanna wrap yourself up in something you made with your own hands. The concept! Can you believe?! Or a cloud blanket knitting kit that comes with the works for a dreamy result that'll give you plenty of time to get the hang of your brand-new hobby. A bookish dollhouse you can DIY and then slide right onto your bookshelf in a spot where you can admire all the time. A miniature coffeehouse kit that'll help you make your own Central Perk at home. A paint-by-sticker set if you and paint have a pretty poor track record. With this, there's zero mess! Plus they build some vintage-style travel posters you'll wanna show off at home. An owl macrame wall art kit just begging to fill that blank space on your wall that needs a little something. A terrarium starter kit with a pair of dinos that'll find a nice lil' home in it.
Time of India
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
This viral Lego toast is dividing the internet—and it's the cutest chaos you will see today
You've seen avocado toast, you've seen cinnamon swirl toast—but have you ever seen LEGO toast? That's exactly what food vlogger Catherine Hellings dropped on us, and 'dropping' feels right, since she uses an actual Lego brick to stamp cute patterns onto a slice of bread before toasting it. The result? A light brown, butter-slathered canvas that looks way too cute to eat—but people are definitely eating it. . First, Catherine presses the Lego brick onto the raw bread, imprinting that iconic block pattern. She toasts it lightly, spreads on a generous slab of butter, then toasts it again—just enough so the butter melts into the grooves, creating a buttery grid of heaven. Her Instagram caption nails it: 'Hot buttered Lego toast! … perfect for Lego-loving kids (& grown‑ups too!).' And yeah, anyone who's ever built a brick castle is gonna crack a smile. Of course, the internet had lots to say about this neat little experiment Some comments were pure love: 'So fun! If you toasted another slice, I wonder if they'd lock together.' Another praised the simplicity: 'How fun and cute.' Clearly, the adorable factor scored major bonus points. But, in classic internet style, there were plenty of haters too. One unimpressed viewer sneered, 'Seriously, if I'm making toast instead of something else, it means I don't have time for this nonsense.' Ouch. Another put it more bluntly: 'What exactly is the point?' And if that wasn't harsh enough, this gem of practicality surfaced: 'That took too long. Place some blocks on a small board the size of bread and do it all at once. ' Harsh—but kind of relatable for any parent who's ever made food art only to have a toddler declare it 'yucky.' And those are the best kind of comments—the 'relatable real-talk' ones the internet lives for. For every 'aw, so cute,' there's a 'really? Toast with Legos?' mix of confusion and mild contempt, and those reactions are gold. This isn't some haute cuisine. This is a playful idea—simple, quirky, compelling. And it worked. Over 2.1 million views later, it's clear people are into small kitchen surprises that make them smile. Even the harshest critiques had to click, watch, and comment. That's the kind of viral content we all talk about around the breakfast table…or when we should be eating it. If anything, this video reminds us that food creativity doesn't always need a Michelin star or mystical ingredients. Sometimes it needs just a slab of butter, a warm kitchen, and a Lego brick you didn't wash yet. And maybe a little nostalgia. It's about tapping into childlike wonder, making something surprisingly delightful out of the everyday—and maybe inspiring you to make your own toaster art. In a world where we're all chasing the next viral food trend, this reminds us: creativity doesn't have to be complicated. It just has to make us say, 'Aww… and also wait, what?' That's the spice of life—snack edition. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
NDTV
a day ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Viral Video: Woman Makes Buttered 'Lego Toast', Internet Has Mixed Reactions
Morning meals have long been a canvas for culinary creativity. Chefs and home cooks alike have experimented with flavours, textures, and presentation to craft the perfect start to the day. Now, in a bold departure from traditional breakfast fare, one foodie has incorporated her love for Legos into food. In a video shared on Instagram, food vlogger Catherine Hellings made buttered toast using a Lego piece. She started by placing a slice of white bread on the table and then used a Lego piece to imprint a unique design onto the bread. After lightly toasting the bread, she added a generous slathering of butter and toasted it again to melt the golden goodness. The result was a beautifully patterned, light brown bread that showcased the Lego design. Almost too pretty to eat! The caption read, "Hot buttered Lego toast! Just press a Lego brick into a slice of bread to make a fun pattern, toast until golden, and spread with butter. Such a fun (and tasty) snack - perfect for Lego-loving kids (& grown-ups too!)." Also Read: Viral Video: Friends Order Steak At Restaurant, Shocked To See The Bill - Here's Why Watch the full video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Catherine Hellings (@ So far, the video has garnered 2.1 million views on the platform. Several internet users shared their thoughts on the Lego buttered toast in the comments section. While some were impressed, others claimed it was a "waste of time." A user wrote, "So fun! If you toasted another slice, I wonder if they'd lock together." Another added, "How fun and cute." A commenter noted, "Seriously, if I'm making toast instead of something else, it means I don't have time for this nonsense." Someone else wrote, "Someone had way too much time on their hands." Another user remarked, "All that time spent making one slice of bread just for my toddler to not eat that." Also Read: What are your thoughts on this Lego buttered toast? Let us know in the comments below.
Fast Company
3 days ago
- Business
- Fast Company
Deloitte is fighting employee burnout with Legos
Given the rise of mental health woes, financial strain, and concerns over layoffs, there's a lot weighing on the modern employee. But one company is hoping to offset the stress with . . . Legos? Deloitte is offering to pay for employees' Legos to help them connect away their stress. The firm, which already offered well-being items and experiences, updated its employee subsidy program on June 1 to cover the toy. According to internal documents accessed by Business Insider, Deloitte will reimburse employees up to $1,000 for gym memberships and equipment, spa services, gaming consoles, and, now, Legos and puzzles. The move is getting mixed reactions on social media. On X, comments about the Lego perk ranged from 'cheaper than therapy' to lots of laughing emojis to utter confusion. One popular post points out that the company had layoffs to cut costs just prior to announcing the Lego incentive, hinting that maybe the funds could be better allocated to retain employees rather than to add offbeat incentives. 'Corporate culture is irrevocably broken and backwards,' the post reads. One Deloitte employee told Business Insider that the perk was received with a mix of jokes and enthusiasm. 'Most of the responses are things like 'Lego?!?!? Finally!' or jokes about how they can now rationalize buying the coveted Millennium Falcon Star Wars Lego set,' the employee said. (The set costs $850). While Legos might be fun, or even therapeutic, employees who are battling against very real modern concerns might need more than building blocks to avoid burnout. And that may be especially true at firms like Deloitte, where the workweek can average 55 hours. Fast Company reached out, but Deloitte declined to comment. Matthew Owenby, chief strategy officer and head of HR at insurance company Aflac, tells Fast Company that employees today are up against big challenges. 'Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic first started a national conversation around mental health [and] employee burnout persists at very high levels,' Owenby says. 'According to the 2024-2025 Aflac WorkForces Report, more than half of all U.S. employees say they face at least moderate burnout, with nearly a quarter experiencing high burnout.' That report also points out that nearly half (47%) of respondents said having an employer who respects the importance of time off helps with their work-life balance. Likewise, 51% said more paid time off (PTO) is the most effective way to alleviate burnout. Shockingly, the report did not ask respondents how much Legos impacted their well-being. Owenby says that addressing the burnout epidemic is not quite as easy as providing a stipend for puzzles and building blocks. Instead he recommends examining employees' heavy workloads, giving them flexibility and time off. 'When asked about the most effective ways to address burnout, employees offered simple and straightforward solutions: giving employees the option to work from home, increasing paid time off, and creating company-sponsored self-care programs,' Owneby said. Again, Legos did not make the list. Sadly, while workers desperately seem to need PTO, they don't always feel they can take it. A June 2025 report from LiveCareer showed that one in three workers are worried that taking vacation days will lead to layoffs. 'Fear of layoffs and job insecurity is at an all-time high, and these concerns are influencing the workforce to deprioritize their overall well-being,' Jasmine Escalera, career expert for LiveCareer, said in the report. 'When employees hesitate to take the PTO they've earned, it can seriously impact their mental health, productivity, and overall engagement at work.' That's not to say that hobbies like social time, crafts, or even playing with Legos can't be helpful. However, when it comes to employee satisfaction, a Lego allowance feels a bit like, well, child's play. Because unless those Lego sets come with an extra week of vacation and the time to actually play with them, how much good can they really do for employees anyway?
Buzz Feed
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
27 Gifts From Fat Brain Toys That'll Keep Kids Busy
A set of Air Toobz, which can be configured in new ways each time so your little builders never get bored. This is one of those toys that you can't wait to get your own hands obviously after bedtime so you don't have to share. This set comes with 20 colorful EVA foam balls, 6 transparent 12-inch tubes, 6 transparent orange corner tubes, 1 T-tube, 1 silicone funnel, 12 easy-fit connectors, 1 fan unit, and a charging review: "This was purchased for my grandson for Christmas. When he opened it and started to play, his younger brother wanted to play also. The two of them have played with it every single day so far. They love it. I love that they love it! I would definitely recommend this toy to others." —Debra CrooksPrice: $159.95 An excavator toy for the kiddo who likes to go outside and get a little dirty. That dirt pile in your backyard you dream about turning into a lovely garden? Yeah, it can wait another year. Promising review: "My son and daughter (4 and 6) both love this excavator. It's used almost daily in their play to pick up items (blocks, Magna-Tiles, Legos, etc). We like that it doesn't have batteries so it can be used outdoors (mud and snow) and be washed — all the more fun!" —JanePrice: $30.95 An outdoor adventure kit to inspire a sense of wonder. You might just be raising the next generation of naturalists. Promising review: "I gave the deluxe outdoor explorer kit to my 3-year-old granddaughter, who was delighted. She wore the vest and hat the rest of the day and put them on again the next day. She went on a successful hunt for bugs outside and studied a captive with the magnifying glass before freeing it. She was fascinated with the binoculars, especially when using them reversed to make things smaller. I did apologize to her parents for the whistle, but she was not as taken with it and left off using it after a few toots. The kit should be fun and useful for quite some time. Highly recommended!" —William WilsonPrice: $24.95 A marble run that's safe for littles who might not be ready for the bigger sets that you used to have as a child. There is something so satisfying about the sound it makes as the shapes and balls run down the track, right? Promising review: "Very sturdy, easy to play with one or several children, keeps their attention with the various balls and shapes that roll down the track. Child can play with it on their own and it keeps them entertained. Can help to teach colors with the different colored balls and teach shapes with the different shapes." —L WESTPrice: $59.95 A Stomp Rockets set because it's important to a) get your space cadets outside and b) give them an out-of-this-world good time. Promising review: "The PERFECT toy! It engages the child in pyhysical activity and it creates such excitement and satisfaction when the rocket takes off. And it provides an educational opportunity too — I had a great time explaining how air pressure works. An excellent toy in every way. It is fun to play with alone and even more fun to play with among friends taking turns, or have two and see whose rocket flies highest." —Erica BellPrice: $16.95 A fun water game, just like the ones you used to play with as a kid. (At the dentist's office, right?!) There's something about this toy that's passed the test of maybe you'll FINALLY get those rings on the dolphin's nose. Promising review: "What started out as a purchase for my daughter has turned into a toy that the family will play with. It is a nostalgic toy for the adults in the house, bringing back memories of playing with similar water toys growing up. If it is sitting around, it will get played with by anyone. The kids like the challenge of trying to get the balls into the holders." —CHAD R MILLERPrice: $9.95 (available in two designs) A kid-size wheelbarrow, which is a surprisingly fun AND practical gift for your outdoor yard work days. Even if you don't technically "need" your grass clippings moved from one part of the yard to the do. Promising review: "Our nephew (4) LOVES the wheelbarrow! From the moment he saw it, he's been running around the house collecting items. It will be even better when it's warm enough to use it outside." —cLAIR MEEHANPrice: $34.95 A Putt-n-Play wooden golf set for all the mini McIlroys and small Schefflers out there. This set comes with five wooden obstacles that make for some great practice before they get to hit the links for real. Next stop, The Masters Tournament. Promising review: "This set is sturdy and well-made. Perfect for younger kids learning hand-eye coordination. Really gets them interested in playing outside and golfing just like dad!" —Emily BessPrice: $37.95 A 2-in-1 musical jump 'n' toss, which is a total both ways to use it are super fun. Connect the bars to the ladybug's back and jump over them with the music. Or, stick the bars into the top of the ladybug for a spinning ring toss. One thing's for sure — your little lovebug's are going to bug out over this. Promising review: "Our 5-year-old granddaughter loves the musical jump 'n' toss. Only grandchild on both sides of the family and received several gifts, BUT this one was by far her favorite all day. Kept her active, too, without involving grandparents or parents in her play." —Elaine MagnussonPrice: $26.95 A tea party set for two that you can lay out and then maybe — just maybe — enjoy your own real cup of tea uninterrupted. Promising review: "The girls love this tea set. It's durable, yet pretty. They haul it around and have little parties all over the house. So much imagination; so much fun! I wish these existed when I was a kid." —Holly HardenPrice: $24.95 A six-piece toy cleaning set, which you know will occupy them for a bit because cleaning the house for real takes some serious time! But really, there's nothing cuter than a little kiddo learning how to sweep up a mess (and it's good practice). Promising review: "Our little one was very interested in our adult cleaning supplies, so we got him this set for Christmas. He absolutely loves it and is excited to help us clean every day. Hopefully he is this excited about chores when he's a big kid!" —Rosalyn FloresPrice: $22.45 A My Auto Shop engine builder set that will make your little mechanic's eyes light up. There are 62 parts to "fix" and take apart, so they get a hands-on approach to figuring out how things work. This is great for fine motor and problem for developing skills that will be super helpful later in life! Promising review: "This is just the toy that a little one needs to inspire their interest in taking things apart and putting them back together. Purchased this for my grandnephew who loves cars (or anything with an engine and wheels) and his mom says he just won't quit playing with it!" —THOMAS MAYERPrice: $84.95 A Klutz Cat's Cradle book, which can entertain older kiddos for hours and hours on end with nothing but a piece of string and some really great instructions. (Turns out, kids don't need much!) The Klutz books played a big part in my childhood and I can't wait to share this with my own kids. Promising review: "My kids love this product! And it's just like what I remember from when I was little. Easy to follow instructions and endless opportunities for play!" —D KroenckePrice: $12.95 An AeroDisk Max game that's basically like bouncing a ball back and forth with hand trampolines. Sounds like a good time! Promising review: "I bought this for my son's fifth birthday. He loves it! The disks are light and easy to handle. The ball is interesting and not so bouncy as to make the game too hard. He loves that the disks can be used as frisbees as well. The best part is that my 9- and 8-year-old sons really love it as well. They played ancient Greek Olympics by throwing the disks in a discus throw out in the backyard and spent a few hours this evening bouncing it back and forth in the side yard. I love that everyone can find their own way to play with it. It seems to be holding up well, but we'll have to use it more to see." —Justine DresslerPrice: $32.95 A wooden kitchen with accessories, lights, and sounds — which we all know is one of the absolute GOATS of independent childhood play. Could this be the start of an amazing career as a chef? Or maybe just the beginning of the end of you having to cook every family meal? Fingers crossed! Promising review: "This set is made of very high-quality materials, and I imagine it will stand for years to come. My 2-year-old son is in love with his kitchen and pretending to cook. He pretends to wash dishes, use the microwave, make coffee, and use the oven. There are fun nobs, buttons, and even an overhead light. The set comes with some melamine plates, cups, small wooden spoons, and spatulas. It is absolutely adorable, and I am so impressed with the quality of the product for the price. An excellent gift!" —Linda RaduPrice: $119.95 A Melissa & Doug paint with water set for the little creatives who love to paint and the tired grownups who don't love to clean up after them. This is the perfect compromise! Promising review: "My great granddaughter spends a lot of time with this paint book. She enjoys seeing the various colors appear." —Barbara KornburgerPrice: $8.95 A set of Zoo-Ominoes that will take your little some time to set up (more time for you to enjoy your coffee!) and lead to some pretty cute giggles and screams when they fall. The domino effect here? You'll probably end up joining in on the fun. Promising review: "Bought for my 3-year-old, and my 6-year-old is also getting in on the fun! They've both been playing with these daily. It's so fun to get toys they can both enjoy." —Alison WeberPrice: $29.95 A Peg a Pattern toy with 10 different patterns to choose from, so they can get creative with color and use those fine motor skills. A toy that's good for quiet time and focus? You've got it pegged. Promising review: "I've bought this gift twice, for a 6-year-old and a 4-year-old. Both loved following the patterns and also the option of creating their own patterns! I would purchase it again!" —Ginni WalshPrice: $19.95 A Zing Ball game that's a real, well, ball! Pull the handles apart to send the ball toward your opponent. The goal? To see who can keep going the longest! The kids will build up their stamina and you will get more and more time to yourself. Promising review: "We loved this. I bought it for my 7-year-old as a toy she could play with when she had friends over, and the whole family loved it! Mom and Dad played it together. Mom and grandma. Everyone. We laughed so much. I want to buy more to keep in my gift closet." —Lauren ZitoPrice: $9.95 A standing easel and chalkboard to get the mini Monets and petite Picassos creating in no time. Looks like your fridge is about to get some new art! Promising review: "Great gift for 2-year-old grandchildren. Promotes creativity, small motor development, conversational skills, vocabulary enrichment, and provides interactive activities with parents. They will enjoy this easel for years to come." —Felicia GagePrice: $79.95 A set of eight percussion instruments, which will definitely get you some peace, but definitely not some quiet. But soon as you get your first concert, you'll see that it's worth it! Promising review: "We are very happy with this musical set! It's very high quality and just wonderful! It far transcends the usual commercial-made plastic or even wooden toys. Thank you so much, Fat Brain Toys!" —Lee BudkaPrice: $34.95 A 100-piece set of Magna-Tiles, the fantastic building system that will get used over and over and over again. Pro tip: Commit to one building toy type and then just keep adding to it! It will still feel new to your crew and clean up will be MUCH easier. Promising review: "Magna-Tiles are colorful, fun, and encourage creativity. I purchased a 100-piece set of tiles for three grandsons, ages 3 and 5-year-old twins. They often run out of tiles before they can finish what they want to make, so I recently purchased another 100-piece set. I know they will have many more hours of creative fun!!" —Diana SpreckerPrice: $125.99 A ladybug's garden memory game to encourage concentration in kiddos, so you can focus on the important stuff: Watching your little one grown and learn. Promising review: "Both the 2-year-old and the 6-year-old like playing with it. It'll be a great toy for both of them for years to come. Pieces are very sturdy. Colors are nice and bright. There are enough templates to keep the game interesting for years to come." —Danielle LumPrice: $24.95 A My Town block set that includes the 35-piece jigsaw puzzle and wooden blocks so your budding civil engineer or city planner can go to, well, to town on it. Promising review: "Very imaginative and fun. Can be played simply now and expanded as the children grow up." —Arlene HellerPrice: $29.95 A doctor kit, which has everything from a stethoscope (that makes heartbeat sounds) to a very cool X-ray set. It's pretty much a mobile medical unit because as soon as the office "closes" they can pack all the pieces in the snap case for another day. Promising review: "This set has been a hot commodity at my house, even among children who already had a comparable doctor's kit. The beating stethoscope and the X-rays make it a game changer. The kids LOVE it!" —ErinPrice: $39.95 A View Master toy because it's an absolute ICON and comes with three 3D image reels: age of dinosaurs, marine life, safari adventures. This how we used to keep ourselves occupied before screens and it still works! Promising review: "It has been a great joy to see my little one enjoy clicking through these images and they provide a great starting point to talk about the different kinds of animals. We are getting lots of good and fun use of this toy." —MTPrice: $20.95 A Wimzle, the super sensory toy of every baby's dreams. Their eyes will fill with wonder — and you'll wonder how you're ever supposed to get anything done with a baby so cute to watch. Promising review: "Such a great toy for little hands and minds to explore! Well-made." —AmyPrice: $21.95
