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[For Seniors] Practical Crafts to Make in Day-Service Recreation: Idea Roundup

Social worker / Care workermoko
My name is Moko, a mother of three who admired my mother and worked in the care industry as a care worker and as a medical social worker (MSW) in a hospital. I will be drawing on my previous experience to write mainly about caregiving. Thank you in advance.
Certified Care Worker / Former Day Service StaffAbe Eri
I worked at a day service for seven years and obtained my Certified Care Worker qualification in 2019. I have provided meal assistance and bathing assistance, as well as led recreational activities that involve physical movement and cognitive stimulation. I enjoy drawing and crafting. My motto is: “With a smile, anything is possible!” and I try to live joyfully every day. I’m also doting on my beloved Chihuahua.

At day service craft activities, there are times when participants make items to take home.

I imagine many people display them at home, too.

This time, we’re sharing craft ideas for older adults that you can make and actually use!

We’ve gathered practical crafts you can keep using after you make them, as well as stylish pieces that look great on display.

Simply changing the origami patterns or the types of beads and ribbons can create a completely different feel, so have fun using these ideas as inspiration.

[For Seniors] Practical Crafts to Make in Day-Service Recreational Activities: Ideas Summary (131–140)

Wind chime decorations made with thread

How to make a wind chime decoration with thread: a simple summer vacation craft for elementary school students and senior recreation

Wind chime decorations made with thread

Wind chimes are a uniquely Japanese symbol of summer, aren’t they? Just gazing at them makes you feel the season’s arrival.

How about making your own wind chime by hand? This time, I’ll introduce a very simple handmade wind chime you can create.

First, inflate a balloon and wrap thread around it.

Then harden it with glue and let it dry.

Add decorations as you like, and in no time it’s finished.

You’ll have a one-of-a-kind wind chime that exists nowhere else in the world! Hang it by the window, and you’ll feel the essence of summer.

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[For seniors] Practical crafts to make in day-service activities. Ideas roundup (141–150)

Fireworks Milk Carton Fan

Let’s have fun making it with the scratch technique: A milk carton fan

Fireworks Milk Carton Fan

On hot summer days, many older adults have probably fanned themselves with a hand fan.

Here’s a perfect summer craft idea: a handmade uchiwa (Japanese fan).

Using an empty milk carton, you can make a sturdy fan.

Cut the milk carton into a circle and tape a chopstick to the outer (printed) side to serve as the handle.

Then cut another circular piece from a milk carton and attach it on top with the white side facing outward.

Draw fireworks on a round piece of construction paper, stick it onto the fan, and you’re done.

The fireworks motif enhances the summery feel and will help older adults enjoy the sense of the season.

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Stained-glass-style wind chime made with transparent origami

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Stained-glass-style wind chime made with transparent origami

If you want a wind chime that’s enjoyable even just to look at, a stained-glass-style wind chime is a great choice.

As we age, some people find it harder to hear sounds.

Even for those folks, this stained-glass look lets you fully savor the refined beauty of summer, thanks to its vibrant appearance.

It’s also very easy to make: simply stick transparent origami onto a clear plastic cup! You’ll end up with a wind chime that looks high-end, as if you bought it at a store.

The way it appears changes with the light, gently stimulating the senses and helping you enjoy a calm, soothing moment.

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Wind chime of a goldfish bowl

[Easy Summer Japanese Craft] Goldfish Bowl Wind Chime

Wind chime of a goldfish bowl

Goldfish bowls are something nostalgic for many seniors.

Some of you may remember buying goldfish at summer festivals when you were little and keeping them at home.

Goldfish have a way of evoking the feeling of summer and bringing comfort.

This time, we’re introducing a wind chime craft with a goldfish bowl motif.

Fasten a paper band and place a clear plastic cup inside it.

Amazingly, you can make the goldfish simply by coloring straws red and sticking them together.

It’s an easy project that only involves cutting and pasting, so even those who aren’t confident in crafting will find it easy to try.

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No-sew pouch with clear pockets

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A no-sew pouch with a clear pocket that lets you enjoy handicrafts with ease.

Simply brush decoupage glue onto a vinyl pouch and freely stick on your favorite fabric scraps or origami paper to create a one-of-a-kind design.

After it dries, set it into a card case and add a button to instantly turn it into a practical pouch.

It’s approachable even for those who aren’t confident in sewing, and you can enjoy making pieces full of personality.

For older adults, the large hand movements involved can also serve as helpful rehabilitation.

Choose colorful designs to create a piece that lifts your spirits just by carrying it.

Try making a pouch that’s one of a kind in the world.

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Patchwork apron

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Perfect for anyone who wants to make a cute apron! Here are some patchwork apron ideas.

Many of you may be interested in trying a handmade apron, right? This time, let’s make a patchwork apron using fabric scraps.

What you’ll need: thirty-five 10 cm square fabric scraps, fusible interfacing, and more.

Feel free to adjust based on the sizes of scraps you have at home.

It’ll turn into a one-of-a-kind, special item.

Be sure to take this opportunity to give it a try!

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Country-style Christmas wreath

[100-Yen DIY] Make a Christmas Wreath with Dollar-Store Items and Fabric Scraps | Country-Style Wreath from Leftover Fabric and a Hanger | How to Make a Christmas Wreath

Country-style Christmas wreath

Perfect for Christmas decor! Here are some ideas for a country-style Christmas wreath.

When you think of Christmas wreaths, many people probably imagine green and red colors, right? This time, let’s make a special Christmas wreath using fabric scraps you have at home.

What you’ll need: a wire hanger, your favorite motifs, wire cutters, a brush and palette, adhesive, a hot glue gun, toothpicks, and more.

It’s an idea that will make you excited to finish and display your creation.

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