[For Seniors] Try Making Your Own Kadomatsu! A roundup of ideas using origami, felt, and yarn

Made with chirimen crafts

[Chirimen craft] I tried making a kadomatsu

Why not try handcrafting a kadomatsu using chirimen crafts, a traditional handcraft passed down since the Edo period? You’ll end up with a piece that showcases the distinctive charm of chirimen work! This project mainly involves cutting and pasting chirimen fabric, so it’s especially recommended for those who are good with their hands or enjoy detailed work.

You can also find chirimen fabric or chirimen-style adhesive cloth at 100-yen shops, making it even easier to get started! The result is small and adorably charming—perfect as a gift that’s sure to be appreciated.

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Made of felt

[No-sew] New Year Decoration Made of Felt / Felt Kadomatsu / DIY: How to Make a Felt Japanese New Year Decoration

Making felt kadomatsu that seniors can enjoy together is a delightful activity that encourages creativity and ingenuity.

Since there’s no sewing required, it’s safe and easy to do.

Using felt in green, red, white, and other colors, you can create a vibrant kadomatsu to decorate your room and brighten the start of the new year.

Layering felt pieces and combining colors to complete a visually beautiful kadomatsu is also a wonderful way to deepen communication with one another.

With clear, simple steps that everyone can enjoy, it’s highly recommended for family gatherings and events at care facilities.

Mini kadomatsu with peonies

[100-Yen Store Artificial Flowers] Materials Cost 770 Yen: Mini Kadomatsu with Peonies – How to Make a Festive New Year’s Decoration / New Year Arrangement / New Year Flowers

Let’s make a mini-sized kadomatsu that highlights vividly blooming peonies.

Peonies, known as auspicious flowers, are said to be appreciated as New Year’s gifts as well.

Here’s an introduction to a piece that decorates a kadomatsu with peonies.

It’s also recommended for seniors who love flowers.

Place floral foam into a gardening pot, then insert peonies, branches, and leaves.

Using all artificial flowers makes it easy to create.

You can also make it with items sold at 100-yen shops, so why not take advantage of those? This piece brings a bright, fresh touch to your interior with the splendor of peony blossoms.

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fit in a photo frame

[Easy Craft][100-Yen DIY] Simple! New Year’s Arrangement: Kadomatsu & Kagami Mochi #shorts

Here’s a lovely craft you can display on walls or shelves using a photo frame.

Take paper straws—available even at 100-yen shops—and wrap them with green origami or construction paper.

Vary the lengths slightly and cut the tips at an angle to create the bamboo of a kadomatsu.

Attach plum blossoms and red berries to the bamboo with glue, then secure them to a sponge base.

Finish by sticking the kadomatsu onto the photo frame with double-sided tape.

It’s a project that older adults can take home and display, instantly giving their room a New Year’s look.

The steps are simple, yet you can create an intricate-looking piece—give it a try!

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Semi-three-dimensional kadomatsu

January wall display decorated with a handmade paper craft “kadomatsu” for a New Year theme

Let’s try making a semi-3D kadomatsu out of construction paper! Using a template makes it even easier.

It’s perfect as a seasonal decoration, so why not include it as a January craft activity at a senior facility? The process involves cutting colored construction paper to create the kadomatsu parts and then assembling them at the end.

The key is the semi-3D finish: give the bamboo pieces a rounded shape and add creases to each part.

If plain colored paper feels a bit plain, combining materials like mizuhiki cords, string, or artificial flowers can make it look even more festive.

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Wall decoration

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Creating wall decorations is a wonderful activity that fosters creativity among those spending time together and builds a bright, cheerful atmosphere.

The same goes for handmade kadomatsu; the process itself is fun and sparks the exchange of ideas.

The colors chosen and shapes created by all participants turn each New Year’s celebration into something unique and heartwarming.

While we offer technical assistance when needed, we want to prioritize everyone’s free, creative ideas.

A room adorned with the completed kadomatsu becomes a place to celebrate the dawn of the New Year, creating a special space where everyone can truly feel the joy and achievement of their creation.

Made with origami

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As a simple craft that many people can enjoy, why not try making a kadomatsu using origami? Fold a square sheet of origami paper in half, then make small reverse folds from the edge to create the shape of bamboo.

Attach a fan made from brightly colored origami and place it on a base to finish.

By adding your own decorations, you can create a piece that shines with originality.

Express your sense of style and bring your creativity to life, using it as an item to brighten the New Year.

Immersing yourselves in the creative process together can offer a valuable experience and a fun time.