[For Seniors] Fun Crafts Recommended for December

Easy fluffy mittens

[Done in seconds] Easy fluffy gloves using a twist on that popular kids’ game! #shorts

Let’s make simple gloves using yarn.

Many yarn crafts involve knitting needles or crochet hooks, right? Some older adults may feel, “I’m not good at knitting.” Knitting often includes complicated methods.

However, here’s a way to make knitted gloves using just cardboard and wooden sticks like ice cream sticks.

Place your hand on the cardboard and draw an outline about one size larger.

After cutting out the outline, make slits at 1-centimeter intervals along the cut edge.

Wrap yarn around all the slits in the cardboard, then attach yarn to a wooden stick and start weaving.

The key is to pack the woven sections tightly together.

Once you’ve finished weaving, tie off the end of the yarn, remove it from the cardboard, and you’re done.

This easy method for making hand-knit gloves seems like something older adults can enjoy as well.

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Nakajima Junko

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Paper poinsettia

[Christmas] Easy paper poinsettia decoration you can make right away (with voice commentary) – Easy paper Christmas Poinsettia decoration

When it comes to Christmas flowers, poinsettias come to mind.

Their bright red leaves are beautiful, and you see them everywhere during the Christmas season.

So why not try making a paper poinsettia as a Christmas decoration? It’s easy for anyone to make: fold a square sheet of colored construction paper or origami paper in half twice to make a smaller square, then use scissors to make cuts and trim along the pattern.

If you glue two red leaf layers in a crisscross, it will look even more like a poinsettia.

If you want to get more elaborate, make slightly larger green leaves using the same method and attach them at the very bottom.

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sasashina

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Santa and Reindeer made from paper plates

[Christmas Craft] Make Santa and Reindeer with Paper Plates ♪

These decorations use the curves of paper plates to create Santa Claus and a reindeer.

First, cut a paper plate in half and place it with the curved edge at the bottom.

Attach it to a construction-paper base shaped like a triangle with a circle at the tip to make Santa Claus.

Next, take a paper plate cut into quarters and add eyes, a nose, and antler parts to make the reindeer.

The key is the expressions you draw on the paper plates—focus on the design and craft your own unique characters.

Because the finished pieces are flat, this craft is perfect for wall decorations.

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kappamaki

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A pocket tissue cover sewn in two steps

Only two seams—neat finish even by hand sewing [How to make a pocket tissue case]. No edge finishing needed. Single-layer construction with lining. Can be made with a sewing machine. Easy—suitable for beginners.

A handmade pocket tissue cover that can be finished with just two seams.

You can use any fabric you like, making it a perfect idea for Christmas-themed gifts featuring Santa, reindeer, and more.

Draw guide lines on the wrong side of the prepared fabric with a chalk pen, then press mountain and valley folds with an iron.

Next, starting from the third crease from the left, fold in order toward the second crease from the right.

Fold the rightmost crease and tuck it inside, then fold along the second crease from the left.

After folding along the leftmost crease, sew along the lines you drew with the chalk pen.

Backstitch, trim the excess, turn it right side out, and you’re done.

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mutō

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wreath

[Origami] How to make a paper ring garland — Origami ring decoration

The paper chain decoration that almost everyone has made at least once! Fold origami paper, cut it into thin strips, roll each strip into a loop and glue the ends together.

From the second loop onward, thread the strip through the previous loop before gluing.

Repeat this process until it reaches your desired length, and in no time your paper chain is complete! It’s very simple, but seeing a paper chain often brings to mind exciting events like birthdays or parties for many people.

To get ready for a fun Christmas, try making a little at a time during craft time.

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yuri

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Christmas coaster

Handmade Christmas: Make adorable clear coasters! Christmas [DIY Christmas Gifts]

December is full of gatherings with family and friends, like Christmas and New Year’s.

So how about making some coasters that work even when lots of people get together? If you make them with resin instead of cork, you can create coasters with a professional, product-like finish.

Match the event or season by embedding small objects or stickers in the resin.

If you’re making them for your family, adding name stickers can be a fun touch, too.

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yamamoto

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stand snow globe

Stand Snow Globe (Monthly Day, December 2021 issue vol.264) #dayservice #daycare #outpatientrehab #nursingcare #elderly #craft #recreation #snowglobe #handmade

Let’s create a festive standing snow globe with a snowy town or Christmas theme.

First, glue the prepared photo onto a piece of thick paper.

Next, put your choice of decorations and glue into a zippered plastic bag.

Spread the decorations and glue evenly inside the bag, then attach it to the item you just made.

Finally, place it in a photo frame, and it’s complete.

You can enjoy watching the decorations slowly fall within the beautiful illustration.

This is a craft idea that seniors can work on safely without using scissors or box cutters.

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mutō

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