Recommended Origami for Seniors: Fun December Theme
As December arrives, the wind turns colder and it becomes a season with more indoor recreation.
Let’s try origami, which is great brain training you can enjoy in a warm room.
The process of dexterously using your fingertips to fold paper, and creating while picturing the finished piece, is said to provide beneficial stimulation to the brain.
Origami is also a familiar craft for many older adults, making it easy to get started.
Some may even recall memories of folding paper in childhood or doing origami with their children.
This time, we’re introducing origami with a December theme.
Please use it to help you create wonderful pieces.
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[For Seniors] Recommended December-Themed Fun Origami (31–40)
3D poinsettia with origami
Introducing a three-dimensional origami poinsettia to get you in the Christmas spirit! It’s perfect for holiday decorations and as a tree ornament.
The key to this origami is to proceed while making crisp, precise creases.
Because it’s shaped in 3D, some of the intricate steps and fine folds may be challenging.
For a glamorous finish, decorate the center of the flower with a gold bead! Make plenty to arrange into a wreath, or use them as casual gifts.
fir tree wreath
This wreath is made by connecting eight origami “fir trees.” To make one tree, use a single sheet of origami paper measuring 15 cm by 7.5 cm.
First, place the paper horizontally and fold it in half by bringing the top and bottom edges together.
Next, roll-fold the left and right sides toward the center so that the paper is divided into eight equal sections, then unfold it back to the original shape.
From here, use the crease lines to continue folding.
To express the overlapping of the branches, there are steps where you tuck parts in.
It isn’t difficult, so take your time and proceed carefully with each step.
You can make all the fir trees in the same color, but mixing in different colors or patterned paper will create a more festive wreath.
A mobile in Christmas colors
Here’s an idea for a mobile in Christmas colors with a cute round shape.
To make one decorative ball, you’ll need two sheets of 15 cm origami paper.
Cut both sheets into four equal squares, then cut out eight circular pieces with a 6 cm diameter.
Fold each circle in half, apply glue only to the inner center of the edge, and attach.
After gluing all the pieces this way, next apply glue only to the top and bottom on the outside and stack them together.
Once everything is stacked, attach the two end pieces—remember to thread the hanging string through first before gluing.
Make several balls in Christmas colors to complete your mobile.
Christmas ornament
Christmas ornaments that brighten up the tree.
This time, let’s try making colorful and cute Christmas ornaments.
All you have to do is draw circles on origami paper, cut them out, and glue them on—so it’s very easy to make.
Line up four circles and assemble them using tape glue.
In no time, your ornament will be complete.
Finally, attach a ribbon with glue and press it firmly to secure.
These ornaments match any tree, so they’re a highly recommended decoration.
sleigh
A sleigh is an essential item for Christmas, isn’t it? Santa rides his sleigh to deliver presents to everyone.
First, choose origami paper that matches the image of a sleigh.
Solid colors are fine, and using patterned origami can be fun too.
Measure the specified lengths, crease the folds, and then start folding.
Fold the runner (foot) parts and the seat part separately.
Finally, assemble each piece together and it’s complete! Add Santa, reindeer, and presents, and it instantly feels like Christmas has arrived.
[For Seniors] Recommended Origami with a Fun December Theme (41–50)
Winter flower: three-dimensional cold camellia
Let’s make camellias in winter—flowers that brighten up the otherwise lonely image of the season—using origami.
First, take a sheet of origami paper cut into quarters, fold one piece into fourths again, then use scissors to cut out red petals.
Fold each petal to give it a three-dimensional look, layer them, and glue them together.
Attach a yellow origami center piece at the end to complete the flower.
In addition to the flower pieces, combine them with leaf and branch pieces and arrange them so they look like they’re blooming on the wall—highly recommended for decoration.
One-sheet origami reindeer
Reindeer are one-of-a-kind companions who are always with Santa.
This time, let’s make a reindeer using just one sheet of origami paper.
This reindeer is characterized by its charming, round look.
There’s something soothing about those soft, rounded shapes, isn’t there? Try finishing it in a way that appeals to everyone, from seniors to children.
It’s very easy to make! Just fold according to the steps, glue it together, and it’s done in no time.
Adding the signature bell will make it even cuter.