[For Seniors] Enjoy the Arrival of Spring Indoors! Recommended April Origami

Wreath of daffodils and roses

[Origami] Daffodil and Rose Wreath

Daffodils bloom until early spring, and roses bloom around late spring, so even though their seasons are offset, both can be said to be representative spring flowers.

This is a simple yet dimensional wreath with a glamorous look that combines daffodils and roses.

Another key point is that the wreath base and stem parts are kept flat, which helps emphasize the three-dimensionality of the daffodil and rose blossoms.

For each flower, it’s important to deliberately add fine creases, cuts, and bends, and to shape them carefully so that a sense of depth and volume comes through.

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3D strawberry

[Origami] Super Easy! Cute ♡ Strawberry / by Tsuma♪

Strawberries, with their sweet and refreshing tartness, are one of spring’s seasonal delights.

Their round, plump shape is adorable, too—let’s try expressing strawberries with origami.

Start by folding a triangle, then work through the finer steps to create a three-dimensional strawberry.

If you also make and attach the calyx with origami, it will look even more like a real strawberry.

Creating strawberry crafts can help older adults feel the season as well.

You can make lots and decorate a wall, or take them home to display.

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Nakajima Junko

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A basket of daisies

[Craft Idea] Flower Crafts: Daisies (March–April, Spring) (Recreation for Seniors) (Early Childhood Education) (Arts & Crafts) (Basket Arrangement) (Easy) (Origami) (Flower Craft)

Daisies are striking for the way they bloom in a variety of colors, and their colorful appearance really conveys the exhilaration of spring.

This craft features a basket filled with daisy flowers, appealing for its colorful and playful look.

The key is how to make the daisies: fold a strip of origami paper in half, make slits, then roll it up and finally shape it into a flower.

As you carefully spread out the petals, the daisy becomes three-dimensional.

By varying the size and how much you spread the petals, and arranging a range of colors, you can achieve an even more vibrant result.

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Sumire

[Craft Idea] Violets (March/April spring flowers) (wall decorations) (senior recreation/OT/daycare) (early childhood education) (origami) (DIY) (paper craft)

How about making a beautiful violet with origami? First, crease the origami paper into six equal sections vertically and four equal sections horizontally.

Then cut the paper along the four horizontal creases.

Fold each piece into six equal parts and trim it into a teardrop shape, and use a pencil to draw patterns on each of the 24 petals.

Next, cut thick paper, form it into a box shape as the base, and attach the petals.

Also make leaves and stems from green origami paper and glue them on.

The key to creating a three-dimensional violet is to gently curl and shape the petals with scissors or a similar tool to give them movement!

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Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms

[No Template Needed] Spring Scenery “Cherry Blossoms and Mt. Fuji” Wall Decoration How to Make Origami Sakura & Mt. Fuji

Cherry blossoms are an indispensable motif of spring in Japan; their pink appearance alone evokes the excitement of the season.

This decoration places cherry blossom and Mount Fuji motifs side by side to express Japanese spring.

It’s a simple composition—arranging an origami Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms on a backing—but by giving each a three-dimensional finish, their beauty is enhanced.

Adding deliberate wrinkles to create a natural look and other subtle touches may be key points for achieving a beautiful result.

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dandelion

Cute dandelions and butterflies made from simple paper: wall decorations (with audio commentary)

Dandelions are often seen along the roadside in spring.

Spotting them makes you feel that spring has arrived, doesn’t it? So why not try making a dandelion with origami? First, prepare three round sheets of origami paper in different sizes and fold them to create creases that divide the circle into 16 sections.

Fold the paper in half along one of the crease lines and trim off both corners.

The spaces between the crease lines will become the petals, so use scissors to cut off the corners into long, narrow triangles.

Next, use a stick or similar tool to gently curl the tips of the petals to give them a rounded, three-dimensional look.

Stack the three pieces and glue them together, and you’re done! If you have extra time, try making the jagged leaves as well.

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Cactus and flowers

[Origami] How to fold a cute cactus and flower – easy origami flower

A cactus characterized by prickly spines.

Cacti also bloom in a variety of colors, such as red, yellow, and white.

It varies by species, but they mainly flower from early spring to around summer.

Some older adults may also be growing cacti at home.

Let’s make a potted, flowering cactus out of origami that you can display at home.

Fold along the creases you’ve made to create the pot.

Use accordion folds to add creases, shape, and form the cactus.

Fold a triangle three times, cut off the excess, and make the cactus flower.

Put all the parts together to finish.

Real cacti have flowers in many different colors.

With your origami piece, try making the flowers in whatever colors you like.

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Nakajima Junko

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