[For Seniors] Recommended for day-service centers. A collection of craft ideas for April
April brings warmer weather and a lighter mood.
How about incorporating seasonal flowers like cherry blossoms and hyacinths, as well as spring-themed motifs, into your craft recreation activities? Participants can take their finished pieces home, so they can enjoy the feeling of spring there as well.
Craft activities that use the fingertips allow for focused engagement, which many older adults particularly enjoy.
We’ve gathered a wide range of projects—from simple to more elaborate—so please choose the ones that best suit each individual and give them a try.
Let’s all enjoy them together while communicating and connecting!
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[For Seniors] Recommended for Day Service. April Craft Ideas (21–30)
Wreath made from copy paper
This is a spring-perfect wreath inspired by double-flowered cherry blossoms, made by combining copy paper and paper cord.
Fold small, cut pieces of copy paper to create three-dimensional petals, then assemble them into the shape of double cherry blossoms.
Since the wreath will be arranged in a circle, it’s recommended to make flowers in multiple colors, such as white and pink.
The base of the wreath is made from paper cord—bundle and twist it, shaping it while keeping durability in mind.
Finally, attach the blossoms to the base and add decorations like ribbons to complete the wreath.
A bouquet made with pipe cleaners
A bouquet decoration using colorful chenille stems (pipe cleaners) is one of our top recommendations! First, take a pink chenille stem, fold it into thirds, then fold each segment lengthwise to form the petals.
Next, thread beads onto a green chenille stem to make the stem, then twist the two parts together to attach them.
If you apply some glue at this point, it will be less likely to come apart, so give it a try if you’re concerned.
Make petals in other colors like light blue or yellow, bundle them together, and you’re done!
Hanging decorations of cherry blossoms in full bloom
Decorations made with semi-transparent origami paper you can buy at 100-yen shops are stylish and recommended.
First, prepare a paper plate and cut out a circular hole in the center, then stick double-sided tape on the top, bottom, left, and right.
Next, attach the semi-transparent origami so it forms diamond shapes, and trim off any excess—done.
Finally, use a flower-shaped punch to cut out lots of petal decorations and stick them onto the origami from earlier to finish.
The more punched petals you add, the closer the design will look to cherry blossoms in full bloom!
Hyacinth
Using crepe paper—crinkled, stretchy paper—can be a fun idea! In particular, hyacinth decorations made with pink crepe paper look lovely, so I recommend them.
They’re easy to make: wrap green construction paper around a cardboard tube, like a toilet paper roll, then cut the crepe paper into squares and attach them to form flower shapes.
Finally, wrap green construction paper around the base to make the leaves, and you’re done! The beautiful look of hyacinths is sure to lift your spirits.
Peach blossom ornament
Peach blossoms bloom in beautiful pale pink around late March.
Even if you want to go for a walk to see them, many people may find it hard to go out because March often has chilly days.
For those people, we recommend this “Small Peach Blossom Decoration.” It requires only a few materials, making it perfect for craft activities with seniors.
Prepare white, pink, and light green colored sand, artificial flowers, and a clear container—all of which you can buy at a 100-yen shop.
Then, layer the colored sand in the container in order.
The color scheme, like hishi-mochi, looks very cute.
Insert the artificial flowers, tie a string, and it’s done.
This peach blossom decoration will warm the hearts of those who see it, letting you feel the arrival of spring even while indoors.
Three-dimensional tulips
Tulips bloom with beautiful flowers as spring approaches.
Their colorful blossoms convey the excitement of warmer days.
This craft is like a three-dimensional picture inspired by a scene of blooming tulips, made by combining pieces of construction paper.
The key step is to cut petal shapes, curve them to add roundness, and assemble them—this layering of petals gives the tulips their 3D appearance.
After that, just attach the tulips to a backing sheet, and it’s complete.
Express your originality by deciding which colors of tulips to use and where to place them.
a bouquet of tulips
Tulip decorations with a gentle look are sure to create a warm, friendly atmosphere in the facility! All you need is origami paper in red, yellow, orange, and green.
The key is to start by making several inward creases, then fold along them to create a three-dimensional shape.
This step is crucial for forming the tulip, so if some participants have difficulty moving their hands, staff members might want to assist them.
Finally, cut the green origami into thin strips to make the stems, and you’re done!