For seniors: Introducing handmade decoration ideas to welcome a wonderful Christmas
Around Christmas time, many senior care facilities put up decorations like wreaths and trees.
Decorations help create a lovely seasonal feel and capture the festive atmosphere.
So this time, we’re sharing ideas for handmade Christmas decorations.
We’ve gathered many projects that are practical to use and that seniors can enjoy making together.
The materials come from recyclables or items you can get at 100-yen shops, but the results are all high quality.
Handmade pieces are one-of-a-kind and special, so please use this article to help make this Christmas a memorable one.
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[For Seniors] Handmade Decoration Ideas to Welcome a Wonderful Christmas (101–110)
Santa and Reindeer made from 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.
Holly wreath made from a paper plate
This is an easy Christmas wreath made by using a ring cut from a paper plate as the base and decorating it with construction paper cut into holly leaves and other shapes.
If cutting the jagged edges of the holly is difficult, you can prepare all the parts—including the leaves—in advance and let everyone enjoy the decorating.
Arranging holly leaves in different colors and other pieces that evoke winter and Christmas helps develop creativity as you design your own wreath.
A key point for a more festive look is to carefully layer the pieces so that the base is fully covered.
No-sew Santa stocking
These decorations are inspired by the must-have stockings for receiving Christmas presents.
Crafted in classic red and white Christmas colors, they also evoke the image of Santa Claus.
The best part is that you can make them without sewing: simply cut fabric into a stocking shape, layer the pieces, glue them together, then turn it inside out to neaten the shape—an easy, straightforward process.
After that, add your own embellishments to the stocking base to finish.
Incorporate winter- or Christmas-themed motifs for a festive, eye-catching look.
wreath
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.
Christmas magnet
Christmas features many striking motifs, like Santa Claus and Christmas trees.
This project is about making magnets in those shapes.
You’ll form the shapes with paper clay, and using cookie cutters can make it easier.
Once the clay dries, paint it and add decorations such as beads.
Incorporating small pieces of fabric could be fun, too.
Finally, glue on the magnets to finish.
A key point is the variety of ways you can arrange things—choosing which shapes to make and how to decorate them.
[For Seniors] Introducing Handmade Decoration Ideas to Welcome a Wonderful Christmas (111–120)
Christmas tree made from a toilet paper roll
What a lovely idea to make Christmas trees out of toilet paper rolls.
It seems like something that would be fun to do together with older adults.
Since it’s a simple task of cutting the rolls and wrapping them with construction paper, it’s also a nice opportunity to use fine motor skills.
If you decorate them with colorful origami paper and stickers, each piece will have its own unique charm.
Sharing and admiring the finished trees together will surely create a wonderful, smile-filled time.
Especially in the cold season, how about brightening up the facility with heartwarming handmade decorations?
Paper roll cake
A must-have for any Christmas party is cake, right? For seniors who are unsure about Christmas decorations, we recommend a roll cake you can make out of paper.
It’s very easy to make, so how about trying it with your grandchildren? Cut out a piece of cardboard and glue on rolled construction paper to resemble cream and fruit.
Roll it up, shape it, and your roll cake is done! You can also make decorations like chocolate, cookies, and snowmen out of paper, so be sure to give it a try.
