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When the mercury drops, it's natural to spend more time inside, which raises the question of what to do to stay entertained. It turns out that there are many activities that are ideal antidotes for cabin fever.
Building a ship in a bottle is a challenging task that helps pass the time when it's too cold to venture outside.(Photology1971/Shutterstock)
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For those who are very patient, a great indoor hobby is building a ship in a bottle. It turns out the trick is to pre-build as much of the ship as possible before it goes in the bottle. Who knew? There are many kits to choose from, such as Amati's Golden Yacht, a replica of a yacht dating from 1660. The process is very intensive, requiring a steady hand and plenty of time—making it a satisfying way to stay occupied on cold, snowy days or evenings....