[For Seniors] Easy Construction Paper Crafts Activity

Mini carnation arrangementNEW!

[Mother’s Day] Mini Paper Carnation Arrangement with Message Card ♪ / DIY Mother’s Day Gift Idea: Paper Carnation Arrangement

You can display this anywhere it catches the eye, such as on a desk.

First, prepare four sheets of construction paper cut to 8 cm × 8 cm.

Fold each one into a small triangular shape, then make cuts to create petal shapes and unfold them.

Slightly curl the parts that will become petals on all four pieces; on one piece, insert a wire through the center and attach a bead in the middle.

After that, thread the remaining three pieces onto the wire and stack them to complete the carnation.

Attach a ribbon and a message card, and place it inside a paper cup lined with washi paper to finish a tabletop carnation decoration.

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Carnation Pop-up CardNEW!

Easy Mother’s Day carnation handmade card (with audio commentary)

This is a stylish, easy-to-make pop-up card craft featuring carnations.

It’s perfect as a Mother’s Day greeting card, with a mechanism that makes the flowers pop out when opened.

Materials include colored construction paper, scissors, glue, a pencil, a ruler, a toothpick, and a plate.

To make it, trace carnation petals onto the paper using a plate or similar round object, cut them out, and fold them to create a three-dimensional effect.

Attach the flowers to the inside of the card so that they gently pop up when opened.

Finish by writing a message to complete a vibrant, handmade-feel card.

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Carnations made with paper cups and construction paperNEW!

For Mother’s Day! Handmade Carnations (2)

This is a simple flower craft made with a paper cup and construction paper.

First, make slits along the rim of the paper cup and cut it.

Next, prepare lots of 5 cm squares of construction paper, fold them into triangles, and trim off the tip slightly.

Insert these pieces one by one into the slits around the bottom of the paper cup.

After going all the way around once, apply wood glue and insert the construction paper again to secure it firmly.

Stack and glue to your desired height, then let it dry.

Once dry, gently peel it off the paper cup to reveal a pretty, softly spreading flower decoration!

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Realistic carnations made from paperNEW!

How to Make Lifelike Carnations Out of Paper [Mother’s Day] – DIY How to Make Paper Carnation Flowers

If preparing fresh flowers feels like a high hurdle but you want to give carnations that look just like the real thing, this is for you! First, make long, narrow leaves from green construction paper measuring 1 cm × 6 cm, and punch a hole in the center.

Next, prepare colored construction paper 7 cm × 7 cm for the carnation flower, fold it into a small, triangle-like shape, and make cuts so they will become carnation petals.

Unfold it, make deeper cuts, and prepare six sets like this; for some pieces, cut off a few petals.

Then punch a hole in the center, thread them onto wire starting with the pieces that have fewer petals, tidy everything with floral tape, attach the leaf, and you’re done! Even a single bloom looks impressive!

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Tanabata decorations

Milky Way with colored construction paper ♪ Let’s make Tanabata decorations

July 7 is Tanabata.

Even as adults, many of us still get excited, don’t we? This time, let’s make Tanabata decorations using construction paper.

First, we’ll recreate the Milky Way.

Make slits with scissors in a sheet of blue construction paper, and the Milky Way is complete! You can also recreate a star-filled sky with origami—just cut yellow origami paper into star shapes.

Attach them to the Milky Way, and you’ll have a splendid celestial river.

Even if it’s rainy and you can’t see it outside, you can enjoy Tanabata at home by gazing at your own Milky Way.

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umbrella

Three-dimensional umbrella made from construction paper

Items with umbrella motifs are perfect for the rainy season.

This time, let’s make an umbrella using construction paper.

You can get all the materials at a 100-yen shop, so the convenience of being able to make it anytime is a big plus.

Since construction paper is thick, it adds strength and lets you create a three-dimensional umbrella.

It’s also easy to make, so it’s a craft that’s accessible for seniors, too.

Attach a wire and hang it on the wall, and it will look great as room decor.

Let’s decorate with umbrella-themed items so we can enjoy the rainy season.

Give it a try!

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Carp streamer craft with clothespinsNEW!

Get all the materials at the 100-yen shop♪ A carp streamer craft using clothespins 🎏

These are carp streamers made with clothespins that are fun to decorate.

First, make a template for the carp streamer and trace it onto construction paper.

Since you’ll be attaching them to a clothespin, prepare two carp streamer pieces for each clothespin.

Once traced, cut along the outline.

Next, apply double-sided tape to both sides of the clothespin.

Mix a small amount of water into some paint and use your finger to add a scale pattern.

After it dries, use round stickers or pens to draw the eyes and patterns, and enjoy decorating.

Peel off the backing of the double-sided tape and attach the carp streamers to the clothespin.

For the base, cut a paper cup to a suitable height and put floral foam inside as a weight.

Insert a chopstick and attach the carp streamer to finish.

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