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Take-Home Craft Ideas for Winter: Perfect for Day Services for Seniors

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Many people enjoy doing crafts at nursing homes and day service centers, don’t they?

This time, we’re introducing craft ideas for seniors to make in winter that they can take home from day service!

We’ve gathered easy-to-prepare projects, including those that use recycled materials and supplies from 100-yen shops.

When it comes to crafts, aside from large decorations to hang on the wall, most items can be taken home.

More intricate projects that require fine motor skills may take several days to complete, but the sense of accomplishment and joy when they’re finished is exceptional.

Of course, there are also cute crafts that can be made in a single day, so please use these ideas as a reference for craft activities at nursing homes and day service centers.

For Seniors: Take-Home Craft Ideas for Day Services to Make in Winter (161–170)

Poinsettia Christmas tree

DIY Craft Idea: Poinsettia Christmas Tree (with templates) (December) (Wall Decoration) (Senior Recreation/Daycare) (Early Childhood Education) (DIY Craft) (Psychiatric Creative OT)

Poinsettia Christmas tree

Let’s make poinsettias out of origami to brighten up Christmas, and then arrange them into the shape of a tree.

The key point is how to create a soft, layered three-dimensional look for the leaves.

Crumple red and green origami paper well to add firm wrinkles, then open it up and cut it into leaf shapes.

After that, layer and glue them to form poinsettias, and attach them to the tree base to complete the project.

It’s also a good idea to fill the gaps between poinsettias with decorations like snowflakes so the base doesn’t show.

Through the crumpling motions and the detailed cutting of small parts, encourage awareness of fine finger movements.

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pocket tissue case

No sewing needed! Easy-to-make at home: I tried making a pocket tissue cover (adult and child sizes). I made it using the “Sewing Expert” stick-type adhesive. You can make it without needles, thread, a sewing machine, or an iron.

pocket tissue case

Let’s make a pocket tissue cover without sewing! By using fabric adhesive instead of a needle and thread, anyone can make it easily.

First, prepare fabric with a pattern you like and cut it to match the size of the tissue pack.

To prevent the adhesive from seeping through, try to use fabric that’s as thick as possible.

Mark the wrong side of the fabric with a tailor’s chalk pen.

Then, place paper underneath to keep the adhesive from oozing out, apply adhesive along the marked lines, and press the pieces together.

Once everything is glued and attached, let it dry for about 24 hours.

Your pocket tissue cover will be ready to use the very next day!

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small accessory case

[Super Easy] Mini Basket Made from a Milk Carton #dayservice #daycare #dayrehab #nursingcare #elderly #craft

small accessory case

Let’s make a stylish small container out of a milk carton for storing snacks, accessories, and more! You’ll need a milk carton, wrapping paper with a pattern you like, and lace or ribbon.

Use the clean, smooth sides of the carton without many creases.

First, cover both sides of the milk carton with the wrapping paper.

Next, to ensure a neat finish, make slits in the gusseted areas and along the folds.

Once the slits are made, fold and glue the parts together accordingly.

Finally, add ribbon or lace, and you’re done!

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Origami: Mount Fuji ema (votive plaque)

[New Year Origami] How to Make an Ema of Mt. Fuji

Origami: Mount Fuji ema (votive plaque)

How about making an origami ema plaque with your New Year’s wishes for the New Year? First, fold the origami paper toward the center to halve it, then fold it in half again.

Next, fold the left and right sides diagonally to create angles and form the shape of an ema.

Finally, make a slit in the center so you can thread a string through.

Also, slightly fold each of the four corners of a small red origami paper to make a sun; fold a small green origami paper like a crane at first, then spread the left and right sides to make a pine shape.

For the blue origami paper, if you use the white reverse side to suggest snow, you can create a beautiful Mt.

Fuji.

With the first sunrise from Mt.

Fuji, your auspicious ema is complete!

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Camellia wall hanging

[Elderly Recreation] Easy January Camellia Flower Wall Decoration [Craft/Handicraft]

Camellia wall hanging

How about making camellia wall decorations during these cold days? You can create them with simple steps like cutting paper into camellia petal shapes or rolling tissue paper.

They’re easy for older adults to try as well, so everyone can enjoy making them together.

The process of bringing flowers to life in your hands can also stimulate creativity.

If you take your time and work at a relaxed pace, the joy and sense of accomplishment when you see the finished camellia wall decoration will be all the greater.

Let’s spend a lovely time with camellia flowers while feeling the changing of the seasons.

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Yarn Pom-Pom Wreath

Easy and cute with newspaper and yarn! “Christmas Wreath” / [OT’s Let’s Make It! Vol. 10] (Recreation/Crafts)

Yarn Pom-Pom Wreath

Let’s make a cozy wreath decorated with yarn pom-poms.

You can easily craft it using old newspapers! In addition to newspapers, you’ll use yarn and felt.

First, crumple the newspaper and twist it into a ring.

Wrap yarn around the ring.

When you’ve wrapped it to the end, connect the ends with clear tape.

Wrap yarn over the seam as well.

Finally, attach yarn pom-poms and felt flower decorations with double-sided tape or similar adhesive, and you’re done!

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Daruma made from a milk carton

[Elderly Recreation] Easy New Year’s Craft: Daruma Decoration [Making/Handicraft]

Daruma made from a milk carton

Why not try making a cute daruma using a milk carton and paper cores? With brightly colored tissue paper, you can create a unique daruma.

It’s also fun to adapt it into a zodiac-themed daruma.

Since the materials are easy to find, preparation is simple.

Three-dimensional crafts help develop dexterity and concentration, and choosing favorite colors encourages creativity.

To make it easier for older adults, consider preparing tissue paper in short strip shapes and other such adjustments.

The process uses the fingers a lot and requires planning the steps, which can also help stimulate the brain.

Please make use of this activity to create a wonderful time for older adults.

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