[For Age 3] Let’s make it in April! A collection of craft ideas to feel spring events and nature

Origami and paper tape garlands

Introducing how to make a flower garland with origami or paper tape! | DIY How to make paper flower garland [Tukuru]

Here’s a softly three-dimensional flower garland.

The petals are made to pop out, and it’s super cute! Cut your favorite colored origami paper to make eight strips.

You’ll roll each of the eight strips, but be careful: if you glue the colored side to the back edge, it will just form a ring.

To make petals, glue the colored sides together where they meet.

That way, you’ll get adorable petal shapes! Make eight of these loops.

Then, cut a yellow circle from origami paper and glue the petals around it—that’s it! You can also have fun customizing it by changing the flower colors or making the yellow center a shape other than a circle.

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Spring flag garland

Spring interior handmade flag garland: how to make it

Let’s stylishly decorate your windows and walls! Here are some ideas for spring flag garlands.

You’ll need origami or construction paper in your favorite colors and patterns, scissors, double-sided tape, twine, and a pencil.

First, fold the paper in half and sketch a triangle.

Next, keeping one side connected, cut along the other sides with scissors to make your pieces.

Finally, sandwich the twine between the paper and stick it down to finish! Even with the same method, changing the colors and patterns of the flags will give a different vibe, so it’s highly recommended.

Let’s look for spring! Making a magnifying glass

'Craft: Magnifying Glass' — Let’s make our own original magnifying glasses and go explore lots of springtime nature!

Here’s how to make a magnifying glass that’s perfect for spring walks and bug hunting.

Prepare two pieces of thick paper with circular cutouts, construction paper, clear cellophane, tape, and colored pens.

Fold a rectangular piece of construction paper to make it sturdy, and use it to create the handle of the magnifying glass.

Firmly attach the handle under one of the circular cutouts so it won’t come off.

Stick the cellophane over the cutout, and trim any excess with scissors.

Finally, glue the second circular cutout on top to finish the magnifying glass.

Use colored pens to decorate it and make your own original magnifying glass!

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tree

[Origami] Easy Tree Folding Method with Audio Commentary ☆ Origami Tree Tutorial Tatsukuri

Enjoy spring nature with origami too! Here are some tree ideas.

You’ll need two 7.5 cm square sheets of origami paper and glue or craft adhesive.

It’s a lovely origami project you can enjoy with children while feeling the warmth of spring.

We’ll make a tree using 7.5 cm squares, but you can adjust the paper size to create a tree in whatever size you like! By using glue or craft adhesive to firmly secure the leaves and trunk, you’ll improve the finished look as well.

It’s a fun idea that uses simple materials to express a spring landscape with origami—highly recommended.

Balloon and animal mobile

Balloons and animals too! Easy mobiles made with paper and scissors. DIY Paper Mobiles — balloons & animals

Here’s a very cute paper mobile you can make and hang from the ceiling.

This idea lets you craft your favorite shapes out of paper—try spring-inspired motifs like flowers or hot-air balloons.

When you display it, using a tree branch can add a warm, natural feel.

You can also make a base by forming a ring from a vinyl hose sold at home improvement stores and hang the pieces from the ring—it looks adorable too.

It’s also lovely to have young children make spring motifs and decorate freely.

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Milk carton mobile

Fun Mobiles: Let’s Make a Spinning Mobile from a Milk Carton! (Chigasaki Park Experiential Learning Center Umikaze Terrace)

Fun to make, and fun to hang from the ceiling and enjoy! Here are some ideas for making a mobile out of milk cartons.

You’ll need three milk cartons, a 14 cm bamboo skewer or wire, thread, acrylic paint, and craft glue.

In this idea, the collaboration of the moon with a cat and fish makes for an amusing design! You can freely adapt it to suit the design you want to create—whether a cute or cool vibe, animals, or your favorite motifs—so feel free to use this as a reference.

Three-dimensional strawberry decoration

[Origami Craft] Spring Project: 3D Strawberry Decoration – Easy Craft, Wall Decor (For Childcare Workers and Caregivers) | Origami strawberry cute easy

Let’s make it with origami! Here are some ideas for a three-dimensional strawberry decoration.

You’ll need origami paper, crayons, scissors, and glue.

Let’s easily create the strawberry’s plump, distinctive shape with origami.

Since you’ll use origami paper cut in half, the preparation is simple—that’s part of the appeal.

When cutting green origami paper to make the calyx (leafy top), children’s individuality is sure to shine.

Because scissors are used, be sure to work in an environment where parents or teachers can watch over the activity safely.