[Day Service] Handmade Autumn Crafts: Take-Home Project Ideas

Grape decoration

[Elderly Recreation] Grape Decorations [Autumn Craft]

When it comes to classic autumn fruits, grapes are a must! How about making decorations inspired by fresh, juicy grapes? Since you can use familiar materials, it’s perfect for an autumn craft activity at a day service.

Cut a toilet paper roll into ring shapes, wrap them with tissue paper to create the grape berries, and combine several of these berries to give it a three-dimensional finish—that’s the key! Adding vines and leaves will make it look even more realistic.

You can arrange them in a basket, or turn them into wall decor or a garland—so charming! Because it involves lots of fine motor work, it’s also effective for helping prevent cognitive decline in older adults.

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Mini bouquet of cosmos

[Super Easy] Mini Bouquet of Cosmos Made with Construction Paper and Wire #DayService #DayCare #OutpatientRehab #ElderCare #Seniors #Crafts #Gift #ArtificialFlowers #RespectForTheAgedDay #SeniorCelebration

This is a mini bouquet of cosmos flowers—perfect as an autumn craft activity or a gift for Respect for the Aged Day! Apply glue to the lower half of a rectangular piece of colored construction paper, place eight wires at equal intervals, then fold the paper in half and stick it together.

Next, cut between the wires toward the center and trim each section into petal shapes.

Finally, gather everything into a bundle, wrap with floral tape, spread out each petal, and attach a decorative pom-pom in the center to finish! Combining various colors—light pink, deep pink, orange, and more—creates a vibrant mini bouquet.

It’s sure to delight friends and family as a gift!

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Collage of an autumn tree

Collage – Introducing stylish collages using leftover washi paper –

Since collage art is just about sticking pieces of paper on, it’s easy for older adults to try as well.

Let’s include a collage featuring an autumn tree in the fall crafts activity at day service! First, use watercolor paints to color washi paper in various hues.

The trick is to balance areas where colors are blended with areas where they aren’t.

Once the painted paper is thoroughly dry, cut it into leaf shapes.

Finally, paste the leaves onto a sheet of drawing paper with a tree sketched on it.

Start by attaching the leaves in the background first, and continue pasting as if you’re filling the tree with foliage.

Whether you use a white or black background, it will have a stylish finish, making it a great gift for family members.

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Simple autumn wreath

How to Make a Simple Autumn Wreath

How about making an easy autumn wreath as a handmade project using materials from a 100-yen shop? All you have to do is glue the materials onto the wreath base, so even seniors who aren’t confident with crafts can try it with ease! You can use anything—pine cones, nuts, or autumn-themed florals.

A wreath that features pine cones as the main element with colorful accents laid out for contrast will look wonderful! The activity also lets you enjoy the season, which can provide stimulating benefits for seniors’ brains.

After you finish, take it home and enjoy displaying it in your living room or by the entrance.

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Art box

How to Make an Art Box (Monthly Day, January 2022 issue) #dayservice #daycare #outpatientrehab #nursingcare #seniors #crafts #recycledmaterials

Art boxes are a wonderful activity that stimulates the imagination of older adults.

Since they use milk cartons, they’re very easy to make.

Choosing origami paper and assembling the pieces will surely make for an enjoyable time.

The finished piece becomes a lovely interior decoration, brightening up daily life when displayed in a room.

It also makes a perfect gift for family and friends.

A space adorned with creations you made yourself warms the heart.

Let’s enjoy creating beautiful pieces together that let the individuality of older adults shine.

Colored maple leaf shikishi (decorative square paper)

Kimie Gangi Autumn Decoration: “Momiji Shikishi” #autumnleaves #three-dimensional #collage #seniorfacility #dayservice #seniorrecreation #shikishi

This is a shikishi (decorative board) featuring maple leaves that lets you enjoy the feel of autumn! The key point is how easy it is to make: simply lay out brightly colored maple leaves on the board—such a simple process that you can do it casually.

You can use templates for the leaves, or download and print images.

If you use images with a gradient, you can create a more realistic maple-leaf look! Draw branches on the shikishi with a brush pen or marker, then arrange the leaves.

The trick is to apply glue only at the base of each leaf and start attaching them from the tips of the branches.

By getting creative with how you draw the branches and how many leaves you use, you can complete a one-of-a-kind shikishi!

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3D apple

Autumn is the season when fruit is especially delicious.

Among them, apples have a cute, round shape that makes them a perfect motif for fall crafts! These three-dimensional apples made from familiar materials are simple to make, so try them as a craft activity at a day service together with seniors.

All you need to do is prepare several strips of construction paper, then attach one strip each to the top and bottom of a paper cup.

To finish, glue a paper apple leaf onto a toothpick and stick it into the paper cup.

As a fun variation, you could place a light inside the paper cup and enjoy it as a lantern! It also makes great home decor or a lovely gift for your grandchildren.

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