Handmade Shikishi Ideas: Let’s Make Them with Seniors!
This article is for those looking for handmade craft ideas using colored paper, especially for seniors.
We’ll introduce projects that require fewer folding steps and have easy-to-understand instructions.
Some seniors may have difficulty seeing clearly or may find it hard to apply strength with their fingertips.
For those individuals, how about trying torn-paper collage or paper pasting, where you tear and glue colored paper?
Please look for ideas that are easy to get started with!
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[Handmade Shikishi Craft Ideas] Let’s Make Them with Seniors! (11–20)
Collage of “Leaves”
It’s a simple yet beautifully finished torn-paper collage.
First, prepare colored paper in various colors, tear it into as many tiny pieces as possible, and mix them well.
Next, draw a tree trunk on drawing paper and apply plenty of glue around it.
Finally, sprinkle the torn pieces from above, and you’ll have a lovely grove of trees.
It’s also nice that you can tailor it to the seasons: use soft colors that evoke cherry blossoms in spring, autumnal shades reminiscent of fallen leaves in fall, and scatter white origami from above in winter to suggest snow.
Hina dolls
Here’s an origami “Hina” (Hina dolls) craft perfect for the Doll’s Festival in March.
You’ll layer plain origami with floral or traditional Japanese-patterned paper as you make it.
These days, a variety of patterned origami is sold at 100-yen shops and similar stores, and the design you choose will change the overall feel.
If you prepare several different patterns before you start, you can create a piece with real personality.
There aren’t many folding steps; you’ll mainly glue the pieces of origami together.
Since you use your fingertips, it can also serve as brain training and fine motor practice.
The finished dolls are adorably rounded.
You can display them at your facility or take them home to decorate.
Give it a try for the Doll’s Festival!
four-leaf clover
This is an origami “four-leaf clover” that evokes the freshness of spring.
Many older adults are familiar with four-leaf clovers, right? When it’s something familiar, it’s easier to make smoothly.
Another nice point is that there aren’t many folds, so it’s easy to remember.
After folding, you cut off the excess with scissors.
Please be careful when handling scissors.
Origami can be done while seated at a table, so you can make it while socializing with others.
Making many and decorating a wall is cute, and attaching them to a wreath or a backing to make bookmarks is also lovely.
Please use this as a reference for your craft activity sessions.
An envelope that can be made with a single sheet of origami paper.
Cute crafts really boost the urge to “give it a try,” don’t they? This time, we’re introducing an adorable envelope you can make from a single sheet of origami paper.
Using patterned origami will further motivate older adults to join in.
There are no complicated steps—just a simple folding sequence.
Because it’s easy to make, it should be approachable for seniors as well.
You can chat while folding, so it’s a nice way to connect as you create.
You can also write a message on the finished envelope and give it to your grandchildren or others.
Japanese-style cherry blossom wall decoration
We’d like to introduce a cherry blossom wall decoration made with origami.
Using three rectangular pieces of origami paper, you accordion-fold them to create cherry blossoms.
The accordion folds give the blossoms a three-dimensional look.
Once the blossoms are finished, attach them to a backing sheet.
Changing the color of the backing will change the mood of the decoration: black gives a chic feel, while yellow creates a calm atmosphere.
It might be nice to choose a backing color that suits the preferences of the older adults you’re making it with.
You could also have them take the finished piece home to display in their own space.
Flower ball made with a circular craft punch
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Making flower balls using origami paper and a circular craft punch is a perfect idea for senior recreation.
With simple steps, you can create lots of brightly colored petals and combine them to form a three-dimensional kusudama.
Handwork helps stimulate the brain, and the finished piece looks gorgeous and gives a strong sense of accomplishment.
Working together as a group encourages conversation and makes for an enjoyable time, which is another appeal.
It’s easy for beginners to try, so it’s highly recommended.
[Handmade Shikishi Ideas] Let’s Make Them with Seniors! (21–30)
Cards made from 100-yen shop materials
These days, many 100-yen shops offer good quality and a wide variety of products.
You might also have chances to visit a 100-yen shop during shopping outings with seniors, right? It seems they also carry lots of craft and sewing supplies.
Some facilities even use 100-yen shops to prepare items for recreational activities.
Here are some birthday card ideas made with items sold at 100-yen shops.
On the card cover, draw lines using a heart-shaped template.
Stick stickers or rhinestones along the lines.
Depending on the materials you use, you can create all kinds of hearts.
Use message cards from the 100-yen shop for the inside of the card as well.
With a bit of creativity, you can easily make lovely pieces.