[For Seniors] Simple crafts that feel like autumn: a fun creative activity

At the 100-yen shop! A craft-band rabbit trinket holder

#116 [Usagi no mini kago ♪ Easy basket you can make in 1 hour for beginners] How to make a mini basket

Let’s use craft bands to make a rabbit-shaped trinket holder that’s perfect for the Moon-Viewing Festival.

Craft bands are paper straps that you can even find at 100-yen shops.

Start by weaving them to form the basket shape of the holder.

It’s helpful to use clothespins to keep the shape neat and to hold the woven, glued parts in place while they set.

Once you’ve got the rabbit-shaped container, make the facial parts—eyes, mouth, and so on—out of craft bands as well, attach them, and you’re done! On the night of the Moon-Viewing Festival, try filling it with some small treats and enjoy the beautiful moonlit evening.

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Autumn-colored arrangement with 100-yen store artificial flowers

[100-Yen Shop DIY] How to Make an Autumn Color Arrangement / Flower Materials: 600 Yen

For those who love handmade crafts, 100-yen shops are indispensable.

Year by year, the variety of artificial and dried flowers has grown, and the way they stock all kinds of seasonal blooms—almost like a real florist—is truly impressive.

Why not try making an arrangement using artificial flowers from a 100-yen shop? It’s very simple: just insert the artificial flowers into floral foam.

For the container, you can also use a vase, ceramic cup, or glass from the same shop.

You don’t have to worry about changing water, so you can display it anywhere—that’s another great perk.

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Two-toned cosmos flower folded from a single sheet

[Made with one sheet of origami] Easy and cute flower (2) folding method – Origami Flower

Here’s how to make a cosmos flower that shows both sides of the origami paper to create a two-toned bloom.

It’s a delicate process, but you only need origami paper, and the key is making small cuts at the end to create petal-like shapes.

There are many folding steps, but if you go slowly, it’s not too difficult.

It might be nice to fold them together during craft time at a facility and use them as wall decorations.

Using double-sided colored origami paper would also make the flowers colorful and beautiful.

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Cosmos in 2 Minutes! Easy Version

[Origami Cosmos] Easy: “Beautiful in 2 Minutes! How to Make 3D Cosmos” Wall Decorations, Preschool Crafts, Senior Recreation | How to make cosmos

Here’s a very easy way to make cosmos flowers using scrap materials.

Fold origami paper three times, then use pinking shears to make cuts on one side.

Snip between the petals with scissors, apply double-sided tape to the bottom, and roll a plastic bottle cap onto it to secure.

Stuff the inside of the bottle cap with crumpled yellow tissue paper, curl the petals, and you’re done.

If you’ve got lots of spare plastic bottle caps, why not take this opportunity to put them to use?

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Frame of “Grapes and Cosmos”

“Grapes × Cosmos” September wall display with framed decorations

Autumn is a season with many delicious fruits, and among them, grapes come in many varieties.

And when it comes to symbolic autumn flowers, cosmos are a classic.

Here’s an idea: frame and display these two together.

For the grapes, to create a three-dimensional look, cut several half-circle pieces of origami paper to the same size and assemble them as if making half of a paper ball.

Stack the origami sheets and trace the template from above, then cut them all at once for efficiency.

For the cosmos, use pink, red, white, and yellow paper; simply cut petal shapes and layer a few together.

Try decorating the basket with grape leaves and tendrils as well.

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[Macrame Weaving] Pampas Grass and Fallen Leaves Decoration

Easy Autumn Craft! “Pampas Grass and Fallen Leaves Decorations with Macramé” / [OT’s Let’s Make It! Vol. 20] (Recreation/Crafts)

Macramé, which is also highly popular as an interior decor item.

How about trying to make pampas grass and fallen leaves with macramé, which is great because you can knot it without needles or machines? All you need is rope—and a pair of scissors to get started right away.

Loop short pieces of rope onto a central rope, then simply unravel the strands.

First loosen them gently by hand, then use a comb or similar tool to patiently tease the rope apart until it becomes threads.

Finally, trim any excess with scissors and shape it, and you’re done.

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Moon Lantern

“Let’s Make a Moon Lantern!” / September · Let’s Create in the Atelier WEB [Children’s Atelier]

Here’s a lantern craft idea that brings gentle light at night.

Inflate a balloon and paste tissue paper onto it.

If you’re working with older adults, prepare pre-inflated balloons beforehand.

Also, pre-cut parts such as stars or faces and have diluted glue ready.

Once prepared, secure the inflated balloon so it won’t move and apply hand cream over the entire surface.

Tear the tissue paper into suitable sizes and use glue to attach it along with the pre-cut parts.

Leave the top area uncovered.

After you finish pasting, let it dry overnight, then pop the balloon and remove it.

Attach a handle, and it’s complete.

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