[For Seniors] Recommended for Christmas Crafts! Simple Handmade Project Ideas
Christmas is one of the major events held in December, isn’t it?
Care facilities and day service centers often decorate their interiors to create a festive Christmas atmosphere, don’t they?
Among older adults, some may feel excited and cheerful when spending time in rooms adorned with Christmas decorations.
With that in mind, this time we’re introducing decoration ideas that can help older adults feel happy and uplifted.
We’ve gathered many ideas that have simple steps and are easy to prepare.
You can also enjoy making them together with older adults and start the fun from the preparations for the Christmas party.
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[For Seniors] Recommended Christmas Crafts! Simple Handmade Project Ideas (111–120)
Christmas hanging ornament
These are hanging decorations with festive motifs that evoke Christmas, such as Santa Claus and holly leaves.
Pay attention to how each motif is made and layered to create a three-dimensional finish.
To make Santa Claus, roll a piece of red construction paper cut into a fan shape, then attach parts like the hat and face to complete it.
The holly leaves follow a simple process of layering cut pieces, and it’s recommended to arrange them around Santa to decorate him.
Incorporate ornaments inspired by snowflakes as well to effectively convey the atmosphere of Christmas.
Christmas tree made from a toilet paper roll
A Christmas tree made from toilet paper rolls—how lovely! It might be perfect as a craft to enjoy together with older adults.
Just cut the rolls, wrap them with construction paper, and glue—so simple.
Decorating with origami or stickers will make each piece more unique.
It seems like a great way to showcase the creativity of older adults.
If everyone admires the finished pieces together, it will surely be a wonderful time.
I hope you can enjoy making them at a relaxed pace in a warm room, feeling the gentle arrival of winter.
Paper roll cake
Paper roll cakes—what adorable decorations! You can really feel the joy of making them together with seniors.
Since they’re easy to create with cardboard and origami paper, they offer a fun way to use fine motor skills.
Let’s decorate the cream and fruit however we like to make original roll cakes.
They’re sure to be lovely decorations that enhance the Christmas atmosphere.
It’s also great that they draw out seniors’ creativity and allow for enjoyable conversation while crafting.
Displaying the finished paper roll cakes will make the facility look much more festive.
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.
Poinsettia wreath
Making a poinsettia wreath is a lovely, seasonally rich activity.
Wreaths made from red and green origami are projects you can enjoy together with older adults.
By adding wrinkles after folding, you can create a more natural leaf texture.
Layering and gluing the pieces results in a three-dimensional wall decoration.
Spending time with hands-on work is a valuable opportunity to foster creativity and a sense of accomplishment.
Why not take on the challenge together? It will surely become a wonderful memory.
Origami gingerbread man
Let’s try making a gingerbread man using origami.
Cut a regular sheet of origami paper into quarters; use two pieces for the body, one for the arms, and one for the head.
There are a few steps that require fine folding, but no particularly complex techniques are needed, so it’s perfect for dexterity practice.
Another factor that simplifies the process is that you can use glue to attach each part—the body, arms, and head.
It’s also fun that, rather than being pure origami, the method is closer to a craft project.
Stand it up and display it! Santa Claus
Christmas decorations look lovely as wallpaper, but standing them up makes them a joy to look at.
This time, we’ll show you how to make a stand-up Santa Claus decoration! The key point is using straws for the legs.
Wrap copy paper around them to add weight and make it more stable.
The triangle hat with cotton is adorable, too.
The decorative parts involve fine work, so if it’s difficult, provide assistance as you complete it.
The angle at which you attach the head and arms brings out each piece’s personality, making for delightful creations.
