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Cute and eye-catching! Ideas for making wrist decorations for sports day

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At sports days for daycare, kindergarten, or elementary school, many groups coordinate costumes for dance events or group activities like parachute performances.

Wrist accessories and bracelets can make these group routines even more dazzling, instantly brightening the overall impression of the performance.

In this article, we share ideas using recycled materials and items from 100-yen shops.

It’s packed with designs and how-tos for inspiration!

These matching items are also recommended for middle and high school students who want everyone in the class to wear the same accessories.

Cute and eye-catching! Wrist accessory ideas for sports day (21–30)

A chiffon scrunchie that looks like a flower

Mercari Fuurin room Handmade Stretch Chiffon Tulle Lace Scrunchie

A chiffon scrunchie that looks like a flower

Fluffy chiffon fabric is perfect for creating a feminine look! Just incorporating it as a small accessory for a sports day dance routine will instantly add a touch of glamour.

How about a bracelet made by tying lots of long, thin strips of chiffon to a hair elastic? It’s simple to make, so anyone can try it, and the ability to enjoy different designs by changing color combinations is part of the charm! Try making them to match the mood of the performance—warm tones, cool tones, or monochrome, whatever suits best.

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ribbon scrunchie

How to Make a Cute Ribbon Scrunchie [Handmade Hair Tie with a Sewing Machine] Ribbon Chouchou

ribbon scrunchie

Ribbon scrunchies are easy and cute to make if you can do simple sewing, so I highly recommend them! You’ll use your favorite fabric and a hair elastic.

The key point isn’t just the scrunchie itself, but the ribbon part that sticks out like bunny ears.

If you make the scrunchie body black and use red-and-white polka-dot fabric for the ribbon, it gives a Minnie-like vibe; a yellow body with a red ribbon feels like Dorami.

By using colors cleverly, you can create styles inspired by popular characters! Try making them to match the image of your dance or competition.

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Ribbon bracelet

Stylish handmade bracelet for summer

Ribbon bracelet

Ribbon bracelets that combine glamour and elegance add a festive touch to sports days.

Cut the ribbon to fit your wrist and tie the ends neatly.

Adding a pearl or a small charm at the center gives it a special look.

Adjust the loop so it fits snugly around the wrist, and make the knot a focal point—that’s the key.

Choosing team colors or shades that match the outfit enhances overall cohesion and adds flair to cheering movements.

The soft, skin-friendly material makes it comfortable for long wear.

As a memorable sports day accessory, it’s easy to make yet offers a striking presence.

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Curly straw bracelet

Make it with that! Twirly bracelet ⭐︎

Curly straw bracelet

Swirly bracelets made with straws are popular accessories for cheering at sports festivals and showing class unity.

Pass straws through a pencil sharpener to create small, tightly curled pieces.

Combine the pieces by color and string them into a loop like beads to make your very own bracelet.

If you use your class colors or add name initials, it becomes an even more special keepsake.

They’re lightweight, fit comfortably on the wrist, and match perfectly with outfits on the day.

Highly recommended as a handmade item that boosts team spirit.

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Just wrap it around a straw — scrunchie

Easy! Cute scrunchie—how to make it without knitting or sewing. Straw-wrapping scrunchie craft using leftover yarn. You can make it with materials from the 100-yen shop!

Just wrap it around a straw — scrunchie

Here’s a wrist accessory you can make just by wrapping yarn around a straw.

It’s perfect when you don’t have much time before sports day—quick and easy to put together.

Cut slits in the straw, tuck in the yarn, and secure it with a clip so it doesn’t come loose.

Next, wrap the yarn around and around to the end of the straw, then cut the yarn, leaving it a bit long.

Finally, thread a hair elastic through the straw, pull out only the straw, and tie the elastic and yarn together—that’s it! You can use it not only as a wrist accessory but also as a hair tie.

Try making them in your class color so everyone can match.

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Straw bracelet

DIY Bracelet Made with Straw and Shoelaces [Subtitles Available] Recycling Straws and Shoelaces (Handy Life Hack)

Straw bracelet

It’s also a great idea to repurpose unused straws and shoelaces you have at home to make a bracelet.

The method is a bit complicated, but if you follow a tutorial video and take your time, it shouldn’t be too difficult.

You’ll need about 100–120 cm of cord, so if you don’t have shoelaces, you can substitute another type of string.

It’s a fairly unusual style of bracelet, so once you learn how to make it and try crafting one in front of friends or coworkers, they might be impressed by the vibrant, creative twist!

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paper cup wristband

[For Girls] Easy and Cute! Bracelet [Handmade Accessories] [Paper Cups]

paper cup wristband

This is a wrist accessory you can make with just two everyday paper cups and a pair of scissors.

Flatten each paper cup in half, then cut the rim of one cup into a wider ring and the other into a ring about half that width.

The idea is to combine them at the end.

When you assemble, place the wider ring inside the narrower ring and adjust the shape.

You can use colored or patterned paper cups and customize it however you like.

It could be a fun project for everyone to make together during school craft time.

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