[Day Service] Spring Take-Home Crafts: Ideas to Warmly Brighten Your Room

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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cherry blossoms in full bloom

Easy paper cherry blossom wall decoration: let's make it and display it! #crafts #handmade

What comes to mind when you think of spring? If you’re a fan of parties, perhaps cherry-blossom viewing pops into your head.

In that case, here’s a way to enjoy hanami even on rainy days: decorate a wall with a cascade of cherry blossoms to create the atmosphere indoors.

For the basic tree trunk, it’s best to make it thick using something like cardboard.

For the leaves and flowers, don’t just stick them on flat—try making them three-dimensional, like origami.

The wall decoration will brighten up the space around it.

There are several ways to fold the flowers, so try searching video sites for tutorials!

lily

Recommended for senior recreation! Popular craft kit “Yuri” (Lily)

Lilies come into full bloom from early summer through mid-summer.

Some older adults may also be fond of lilies.

Here is a kit for making a lily-themed piece.

You can create a patchwork-like craft without any sewing.

Cut the included fabric to make parts, apply adhesive, and stick them onto the felt base.

The felt base is designed with a raised center, so the finished piece looks nice and plump.

It’s a work that conveys both the noble beauty of lilies and the gentle feel of felt.

This lovely lily craft is sure to delight older adults as well.

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Three-dimensional cherry blossom paper flower

Easy! How to Make 3D Cherry Blossom Flowers with a Craft Punch – DIY How to Make Paper Cherry Blossom Flowers with a Shape Punch

Using colored construction paper or TANT paper to make three-dimensional cherry blossoms can be tricky, right? For anyone who finds that difficult, try making cherry blossoms with a craft punch.

With a craft punch, you can create 3D blossoms very easily.

After punching out the cherry blossom shapes, start adding creases.

Making these creases is the key to creating dimensional flowers! Make small cuts between the petals, then use a stylus or a pencil to gently curl the petals.

Press down the center, attach beads, and your cherry blossom is complete.

They look lovely when added to message cards or colored paper.

Give it a try!

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Simple bouquet

[Origami] How to Fold a Bouquet (Origami Time)

Many flowers reach their best viewing season in spring.

It’s also a time when you’ll have more chances to see blossoms in parks and meadows.

Older adults may encounter flowers when they go for a walk, too.

Let’s make a bouquet out of origami that evokes those proudly blooming flowers.

Use origami paper in your favorite colors to fold the flowers for the bouquet.

Since many seniors love flowers, some may find themselves smiling as they create their pieces.

You can hang the finished bouquet on the wall, or take it home and display it there.

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Cherry blossom decoration made of paper

Easy Cherry Blossom Paper Decorations with a Stapler (with audio commentary)

We’d like to introduce a cherry blossom craft that’s perfect as a mobile part, gently swaying indoors when hung with a string.

Prepare several sheets of construction paper cut into long, narrow rectangles.

Fold the paper and staple the ends to create cherry blossoms.

Older adults might recall past events while making these, too.

Conversations may liven up with memories of cherry-blossom viewing and stories from cherry blossom season.

Making many and decorating a wall to form a large cherry tree would also be lovely.

Try various arrangements and enjoy creating your own cherry blossom pieces.

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paper cup koinobori

[Nursery/Kindergarten] Koinobori Craft: Easy How-To [For 3-, 4-, and 5-Year-Olds]

Let’s make a carp streamer (koinobori) using a paper cup.

If you use pre-colored paper cups, it’s easier.

If you only have white cups, try covering them with origami paper.

Cut or tear origami paper or paper tape and stick the pieces onto the cup—this creates the scales, and torn scales give each koinobori a unique look.

Add eyes with round stickers and attach a tail fin made from strips of origami paper.

Fix a chenille stem (pipe cleaner) or string to the head, tie it to a straw, and you’re done.

With the straw attached, you can place it in a vase and set it on a table.

Displaying them in a facility can help older adults enjoy the seasonal atmosphere.

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