Paint by number is a great way to begin with crafts. If you think painting would be your passion, but you just have no idea how to start?.. Then consider doing some painting kits... it will give you an idea of colour hues, shading, subject matter.. and it is relaxing!
They were always something I did as a kid, but I started back up with them again in my adult years, as I didn't realize how intricate and beautiful some of them could be!
Here is a good collection of kits on Ebay. I have organized this current and live page from Ebay, just click on the above link and you can see how many kits are out there on the market.. Why not browse, bid or buy, you could not find this many choices in your local craft store..
Also, check out the above picks from Amazon. Just use the arrows to move the carousel around and then click on any product for more information, or to search further through the site.
This hobby, is making a big come back as more and more people find new and relaxing hobbies to do.. If you are not a member of Ebay, click on any title and follow instructions for registration, its free, and then go shopping!