[For Seniors] Small craft ideas: for yourself and as gifts!

Everlasting wire flowersNEW!

Going viral! Adorably cute, never-wilting flowers #AtHomePlay #AtHomePlay #PlayIdeas

This is a wire craft piece featuring beautiful transparent petals.

There are also wire craft flowers made with resin or nail polish.

The version that uses white glue to make the petals can be created with items you have on hand, so it feels easy to try.

Color a clear file with pens, then apply white glue over the colored areas.

Let it dry for a day, then wrap wire around something like a plastic wrap core to form petals.

Use white glue to attach the wire to the petals you made, trim any excess, and bundle them together to complete the flower.

By changing the shape of the petals, you can create a variety of flowers.

Try making the favorite flowers of the older adults as well.

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Cat Wire ClipNEW!

Simple and cute ♡ Cat wire clip | Wire accessories | Wire crafts | How to make

Small cat-themed accessories are cute and popular.

Let’s try making a clip by bending and curling wire with your fingers.

You’ll use fine finger movements as you work.

If you encounter any stiff sections while bending the wire, try using pliers.

If you enjoy crafts, you’ll likely have fun making this.

Older adults might even find themselves smiling warmly at the adorable cat creations.

Once finished, you can use them to hold letters or memos, so they’re practical, too.

Please take yours home and try using it.

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Mall’s Mr. Bear SunflowerNEW!

Make it with pipe cleaners! Cute handmade art of a bear sunflower How to Make a Pipe Cleaner Bear Sunflower – DIY Craft

When you think of flowers that represent summer, many people probably answer “sunflowers,” right? Here’s a perfect summer craft: a chenille-stem creation that combines a sunflower and a bear.

Sunflowers have a brown center, don’t they? The fun twist in this piece is turning that brown sunflower center into a bear.

You attach sunflower petals around the bear’s face.

Its unique style is likely to bring smiles to older adults as they make it.

It’s the kind of finished piece that would delight family members or grandchildren if you give it as a present.

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A photo frame thank-you plaque made with artificial flowersNEW!

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Have you decided on Grandparents’ Day yet? Check out my other posts here 👉🏻 @myon_baby_diy ⚠️ Please read the “Notes” too ⚠️ Grandparents’ Day is coming soon 🧓🏻👨🏻‍🦳 Try making a quick-and-easy “Grandparents’ Day Certificate of Appreciation” with items from the 100-yen shop ☺️🤍 Items used (all from Seria) ・Photo frame (L-size, double-sided type) JAN code: 4947879375302 ・Hard card case (B6 size) JAN code: 4947879512363 ・Artificial flowers of your choice Template paper Scissors Ballpoint pen Double-sided tape Glue Notes ◽️In the video I say to remove the calyx only from the big flowers, but please remove it from the small flowers too 🙇🏻‍♀️ It’s also easier to stick if you cut off the remaining stem/core after removing the calyx 🌼 ◽️Be careful about which way you insert the board with the flowers ⚠️ Attach the flower board to the side with the thicker wooden frame! ◽️When you cut the card case, you’ll probably get two sheets, but you only need one 🤍 (Cutting it takes some force 🥹) ◽️If you don’t cut the calyxes and protruding cores of the faux flowers thoroughly, inserting the final glass pane will be quite tight…! Press firmly as you insert it 💪🏻 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 How to receive the template: ◻️ Follow Myon on Instagram (@myon_baby_diy) ◻️ Comment on the Instagram post with “What you gave for Grandparents’ Day last year” ✍🏻 (Me… I didn’t give anything 🤣) ◻️ I’ll send the template via DM 💌 *If you’re not receiving DMs, check the “If you’re not receiving DMs” highlight and adjust your settings 🪄 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 💝 Be sure to save this and give it a try 🪄 I’d love to hear when you’ve made one 🥺♡ If you have any questions, feel free to comment or DM me 💌 Memories DIY for babies and moms @myon_baby_diy ▷ Keep your memories cute even if you’re a clumsy mom ♡ ▷ Sharing ideas to enjoy your first milestones ♡ Templates available for followers only 🪧 Please follow and stay tuned! Follows and comments make me so happy 🤍🤍Respect for the Aged DayCertificate of AppreciationSeria#100-yen shop DIY

♬ Garden – Fujii Kaze

It’s a lovely, high-quality photo frame that you’d never guess was made entirely from 100-yen shop supplies.

Cut a card case to the size of the frame, and trace the inner edge of the frame onto the card case.

Cut off just the blossom parts of artificial flowers and arrange them inside the line on the card case.

For larger flowers, it’s a good idea to remove the calyx as well.

Once you’ve balanced the colors and sizes and glued everything down, secure it to the frame.

Finish by attaching a printed template to the glass panel.

You can use the template, or make it special with your own message and photo.

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Flower glass domeNEW!

A Mother’s Day recommendation you can make with 100-yen shop items: a floral glass dome 🌹💕 How about it as a Mother’s Day gift? 🌸 #shorts #MothersDay #MothersDayGift #100YenDIY #Daiso #Parenting #LifeWithABaby

This glass dome with flowers looks far more expensive than you’d think for 100-yen materials.

Since it uses artificial flowers, they won’t wilt, so it makes a perfect long-lasting gift.

Trim the artificial flowers to fit the size of the jar.

Make a hole in the center of the cork base of the glass dome; you can easily make it with an awl or any pointed tool.

Apply glue, insert the flowers, and adding a ribbon makes it cute.

Attach a photo near the flowers, write a simple message on the glass, and you’re done.

It’s very easy to make, so give it a try!

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Handmade ballpoint penNEW!

[Mother’s Day] Easy and cute handmade pen from Seria #shorts #handmade

This handmade ballpoint pen, filled with flowers, warms your heart every time you see it.

You can make it easily with just a ballpoint pen from a 100-yen shop that lets you swap the contents and some small pressed flowers—so the simplicity is a delight.

Once you cut your favorite flowers into small pieces, gently pack them into the pen’s transparent barrel.

That’s all it takes to complete your original pen! It’s quick and easy to make, yet stylish and cute.

It’s a wonderful gift that can casually bring color and smiles to everyday life.

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Handprint and footprint keychainNEW!

Handmade keychain as a Respect-for-the-Aged Day gift #100YenStore #RespectForTheAgedDay #Handprint

Keychains featuring tiny handprints and footprints are a soothing, highly recommended gift for seniors.

They’re a lovely way to enjoy watching your grandchildren or great-grandchildren grow.

Gather shrink plastic, acrylic paint, and a keychain, and let’s get started! Paint the soles or palms and press them onto the shrink plastic to capture the print.

The key is to punch a hole before heating.

Place it on parchment paper and bake in a toaster oven; while it’s still hot, press it flat from above—and it’s done.

A keychain that brings a smile every time it reminds them of their grandchild—why not give this heartfelt gift to someone special?

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