Hobbies for health: Mickey Raes
Hobbies are great to pass time, and can also benefit your health? 
Many studies and trials prove that tactile hobbies, such as knitting, sewing, and painting have an abundance of benefits for mental well-being. A 2018 review of studies by the Research Institute for Creative Arts Therapies found that creating arts and crafts can help manage stress.
Whether you are a Hanmer local, planning on booking a trip to Hanmer, or will simply pass through, Mickey Raes is a must to visit to stock up on your craft needs. In store you’ll find crafts for every member of the family, from educational interactive books for children, to unique jigsaw puzzles, Diamond Dotz, quilting, haberdashery, and cross stitch. What ever your fingers are itching to do, you’ll find the right supplies at Mickey Raes. If you aren’t interested in crafts, there is also a huge range of gifts, homewares, baby clothing, and pet accessories.
“I aim to have items in my shop that are truly unique, and I’m always changing up my stock,” says owner Wendy Lamont.
Mickey Raes is also celebrating an impressive six years in business this year.
Visit the store at 4/6 Chisholm Crescent, Hanmer Springs, call Wendy on 03 315 5383 or message her via Facebook.
