Easy origami that delights the elderly. Enjoy a heart-lifting time with seasonal origami.

Origami Album

Too easy 😲 Add more pages! Origami album ✨ #shorts

Let’s give a wonderful gift made with photos and messages.

Here are some origami album ideas.

In the past, albums were typically made by filing developed photos from a photo shop.

These days, it’s easy to print photos taken on a smartphone at home or at convenience stores.

Try making an origami album using your favorite photos taken with the person you’re giving the gift to, or photos filled with memories.

It’s also great that you can freely add more pages.

konpeitō (Japanese sugar candy)

Make it with one sheet! How to fold a cute konpeito (sugar candy) [with audio commentary]

Konpeitō, which lets you enjoy an adorably candy-like shape, is a fun craft to make with origami.

It’s easy for seniors to try, and there’s joy in watching the shape gradually come together as you fold.

The steps aren’t too fine or fiddly, so it’s a gentle way to keep hands moving.

The finished konpeitō has a charming, plump look, and changing the colors can shift the mood, making it versatile for garlands or ornaments—there are many ways to enjoy them as room decorations.

It’s easy to start, gives a sense of accomplishment, and is also recommended as a recreational activity in senior facilities.

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bookmark

Happy Valentine*•.❥ Heart bookmark made with origami ♡ #shorts

Here’s a heart-shaped bookmark idea I’d love to recommend for seniors who enjoy reading.

It’s very easy to make, so how about gifting it to friends or a granddaughter? For this version, use an origami sheet cut in half.

First, fold it in half horizontally, then fold it in half vertically.

Open it up to reveal the center crease.

Fold the left and right edges so that the bottom side aligns with that center line.

Flip the paper over, and fold the parts that stick out so they become half their size.

Finally, tuck the lower left and right corners inward.

Repeat the same on the other side—and you’re done!

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sasashina

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Present (birthday) card

[With one sheet of origami] A cute and easy birthday present card folding method that’s perfect for letters. How to make a birthday card with origami. It’s easy to make!

Let me show you how to make a card shaped like clothing.

First, have everyone choose their favorite colors and patterns.

The collar area is where personality really shows, which makes it fun.

Origami paper with different colors on the front and back is also recommended.

There’s a step where you open the collar, which might be tricky, so fold slowly.

If you crease firmly, it will open more easily.

Using larger paper makes the folding easier, too.

When the card is finished, write a short message on the front—trading them or giving them to your grandkids will surely make them happy!

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hanauta obasan

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medal

[Origami] Easy! How to fold a medal — Luxurious, cute medal tutorial — Gift — Original creation

Medals often have a happy image, like when you receive one for good sports performance.

This craft involves making such a medal with origami—aiming not only for a happy feeling but also a cute look through its shape.

The basic idea is to create folds that radiate from the center, then fold them down small and carefully expand them from the inside to form a shape that looks like petals popping out.

Once the overall shape is set, attach a small square piece of origami to the center to finish.

Since the folds are very fine, it’s important to crease everything firmly so the whole piece doesn’t lift up.

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kappamaki

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star

Origami star folding method Origami star tutorial

As a method to foster creativity in recreational activities at senior care facilities, making origami stars is recommended.

Here’s a star you can make from a single sheet of origami paper without using glue.

First, fold the paper and make a cut with scissors to create a pentagon.

From there, add crease lines, fold along those lines to bring it together, and finish by shaping it—done! Some steps may be a bit challenging at first, but you’ll feel a sense of accomplishment when you finish.

It’s also effective for finger rehabilitation, so give it a try.

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miyabi

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boat

How to fold an origami ship *How to make Origami Ship*

How about making a cool-looking origami boat that’s perfect for summer? All you need is a sheet of origami paper, round stickers for the windows, a pen, glue, and scissors.

Choosing cool colors like blue or celadon will suit the summer vibe.

You can add the round-sticker windows, or cut thin strips from the edges of the origami paper to create stripes for a breezy feel.

Cutting out and attaching parts like an anchor is also a nice touch.

It would look lovely to mount it on a background that suggests a seaside scene.

Give it a try!

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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