A snow day can be a gift from above because it gives everyone a break from routine during an unforgiving winter. They offer many the chance to get around to chores, spend quality time with their family, and cuddle up in front of the fireplace. The time spent in wholesome activities inside the house can result in life-long memories. If you live in an area prone to extreme weather, it is smart to plan activities for a snow day. If you have children, you have to get creative and find ways to keep them busy while you can telecommute.



We have gathered some ideas that are fun for the entire family. Whether you have kids or not, these snow day activities will prove to be a savior in times of lousy weather. It would be smart to invest in some supplies, so the next time a snow day comes around, you are better prepared to make the most out of it.

1. Start Snow Day Traditions



You can make snow days memorable for you and your loved ones by creating fun new ways for you to enjoy it. Make an annual ritual out of wearing warm and fuzzy pajamas and create the most elaborate hot cocoa cup. Add activities to the list according to what you enjoy doing, and then you will have something to look forward to all year. Some great traditions include re-watching favorite movies, going through old photo albums, creating a pillow fort, but you can get as creative as possible.

2. Get to that Long Overdue DIY Project



One of the fun and productive ways to spend a snow day is finishing the D-I-Y project that you have been putting off. Were you planning on building a table, sewing a quilt, or repurposing the old jars you had saved? A snow day is a perfect time to start and finish something you have been putting off. If you don't have anything on the list, you can steal tons of ideas from Pinterest. A lot of them require stuff that has already lying around the house. Many of the upcycling projects will also help you eliminate your clutter in an eco-friendly way.

3. Relax at the Home Spa



Recreating a spa experience at home is a fun way to relax and unwind on a cold day. You can run a hot bath and make it even more effective by adding bath salts and aromatherapy oils. There are foot soaks and face masks that will take all the stress out of your body and make your skin feel soft and smooth too. Work in pairs to give each other massages and even manicures if you have the kit at home.

4. Paint a Masterpiece with Diamonds



It is nice to paint with watercolors, but have you ever tried it with diamonds? Diamond Painting Art involves sticking diamond-like resins on to an adhesive sheet of paper to create works of art. It is a therapeutic hobby that is very popular in the world of arts and crafts. You can create many things with the diamantes and display them around the house or even gift them to a loved one. The best part about diamond painting is that it is fun for people of all ages.

5. Make the Kids Your Coworkers



If you are one of the unfortunate ones who have to work from home on a snow day and look after the kids too then, there is a way you can kill two birds with one stone. Give the children a desk and files to make them feel like they are your coworkers. Give them small chores, like taking down messages or grabbing the paper from the printer. It will keep them occupied and allow you to get some work done too.