[For Seniors] Handmade Christmas Gift Ideas That Feel Warm and Heartfelt

pressed-flower bookmark

[Craft Idea] Pressed Flower Bookmarks Made with DAISO’s Self-Adhesive Lamination Film (Senior Recreation, Occupational Therapy OT, Day Service, Easy DIY)

A perfect gift for book lovers! Here are some ideas for making pressed-flower bookmarks.

Bookmarks are handy items you slip between the pages of a book you’re in the middle of, right? Many people probably use store-bought ones.

But how about making a one-of-a-kind pressed-flower bookmark to give as a gift this time? Press beautiful flowers that can only be seen in that season.

With self-adhesive laminate sheets and ribbon—both available at 100-yen shops—you can finish your bookmark in no time.

It’s a wonderful present, both lovely to display and practical to use.

Ribbon mini tray

[Chagurin Easy Crafts] Ribbon Mini Tray

It’s handy to have a small tray for things like candy or a seal stamp, isn’t it? This time, we’ll introduce a felt mini tray you can make without sewing.

You’ll make it by bonding a square piece of felt to a piece of cotton fabric of the same size.

Since you’ll use craft adhesive, there’s no need for a sewing machine or needles.

It seems accessible for seniors as well.

Insert a ribbon between the layers of fabric and glue it in place.

When the tray is finished, tying the ribbon will complete a cute mini tray.

Bringing their own finished piece home to use may also give seniors a sense of accomplishment.

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For absolute beginners: No sewing machine or needles needed! Super easy because there’s no sewing 😆 How to make mini gift bags for sharing and presents

If you can make a lovely piece yourself, seeing the finished product will make you feel happy, won’t it? However, when it comes to lovely creations, the methods often end up being complicated, the materials many, and the costs high.

The project we’re introducing this time can be made with just a single sheet of faux leather.

It’s a mini bag made from faux leather, and there’s no sewing with needles or a sewing machine involved.

You can even find faux leather at 100-yen shops, so it’s affordable to make.

Simply cut it according to the pattern and assemble it.

Once it’s finished, add your favorite ribbon or a decorative plate.

It seems like older adults, too, can easily make this lovely mini bag and feel the sense of accomplishment that comes from saying, “I made it myself.”

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A scarf on a plate stand

[Easy for anyone!] A new knitting trick: the Plate-Stand Scarf #shorts

You can knit using a rod-style stand for holding plates upright.

Wrap the yarn around the rods on the plate stand in order.

Place the yarn over the wrapped yarn, then hook the lower yarn over it.

By repeating this, you can make a scarf.

There’s a similar method in finger knitting, so some older adults may have made one with their fingers before.

Plate stands and yarn are available at 100-yen shops, so it’s easy to get started.

Since you use your fingers a lot, it may also have brain-training benefits.

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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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How to crochet a fluffy flower motif

[Crochet] How to make a fluffy flower motif | flower crochet | For beginners/knitting/뜨개질/crochet 뜨개질

Let’s try making this with a crochet hook! Here are some ideas for a fluffy flower motif.

By crocheting back and forth on the front and back, it turns out three-dimensional, so it’s super cute as a keychain—highly recommended! Use medium-weight yarn and a size 7 (Japanese) crochet hook, and take your time stitching carefully.

The soft, fluffy flower motif is an easy and enjoyable project even for crochet beginners.

Since it finishes with a puffy, three-dimensional look, turning it into a keychain is a lovely touch.

Take this opportunity to give it a try!

Snowman made from Yakult containers

[100-Yen DIY] Snowman made from Yakult containers ⛄️

Lined up in different colors, they look adorable! Here’s an idea for making snowmen out of empty lactic acid drink containers.

These simple and cute handmade decorations are perfect for the snowy season and can be enjoyed by older adults as well.

Attach materials to the empty containers, draw the snowmen’s faces and hats, and decorate them with ribbons or felt.

The handiwork engages fine motor skills, which can help stimulate the brain and foster concentration.

The snowmen you make will brighten up any indoor space.