Recently I talked about how to try and save money while going out, but if hitting up clubs and pubs isn’t your thing, I love picking up new hobbies as a way to keep busy and learn valuable skills. For instance, I’m working on learning to sew so I can customize my apparel and learning to tune bikes. With that in mind, here’s a round up with a hobby inclination.

I discovered this watching a video feed called Crank My Chain! on Miro, a free program that essentially turns your computer into a tv. It uses “upcycling,” to create an awesome looking messenger bag out of those plastic bags that collect everywhere. (Be warned, it takes a while to get the ironing bit down.) (Read it at 5.)

Trent has fifty ways to entertain yourself, with links to a few more. Excercise caution though if trying #2! (Read it at The Simple Dollar)

If you’re just looking to get in shape without spending the money on a gym membership or equipment, Leo has the answer for you. (Read it at Zen Habits)

This survey by Mr. Credit Card is absolutely fascinating, and illuminating for anyone who has a credit card. It even has graphs. (Read it at Ask Mr. Credit Card)

Chris Schonberger and Stuart Schultz over at Brazen Careerist have some good advice if you’re just starting a new job. (Read it at Brazen Careerist)

In the continuing trend of FDIC concerns, fivecentnickel, attempts to answer the question of what happens to your CDs when a bank fails? (Read it at FiveCentNickel)

Other items of note: If you’re in New York City, The Frugal Duchess will be chatting up her new book at a Sip ‘n Save book party at Starbucks on Park Avenue.

Queercents flashback: If you have an old hobby you’re no longer into (in this case, comic book collecting), Dawn has suggestions for making money from it.