[For Seniors] Hinamatsuri crafts with origami: a collection of simple, cute ideas for tabletop and wall decorations
As Hinamatsuri approaches, many people in senior care facilities or at home want to enjoy the seasonal atmosphere.
That’s why we recommend Hinamatsuri crafts made with origami.
Because origami uses delicate finger movements, it boosts concentration and provides pleasant stimulation to the brain.
This time, we’re introducing origami ideas perfect for Hinamatsuri—from simple folds that seniors can try with ease to more elaborate pieces that showcase the beauty of layered kimonos.
There are many ways to display the finished pieces, such as stand-alone decorations or hanging ornaments.
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[For Seniors] Hinamatsuri crafts with origami: A collection of simple and cute tabletop and wall decoration ideas (1–10)
Hinamatsuri rice-cracker containerNEW!
The Hina-doll arare container is an origami piece characterized by a structure where the box portion and the doll’s head are made separately and then combined later.
By standing and folding one side of the box’s wall to the opposite side, it becomes the doll’s torso.
The head and hat can be made from one half sheet of origami paper.
When displayed, it not only has a three-dimensional look, but you can also enjoy using it during snack time by putting small arare inside.
Choosing colors and patterns reminiscent of kimono makes it visually vibrant and perfect for seasonal festivities.
Lining them up on a desk or wall adds color to the space, and the fact that you can actually pick them up and enjoy them is part of the charm of this origami idea.
Kusudama hanging decorationNEW!
This is a kusudama hanging ornament that gives a vivid and festive impression.
Cut five circular pieces from 7.5 cm origami sheets and fold each in half with the colored side facing inward.
Stack and glue them all together to form a half-sphere kusudama.
Attach a tassel with a ribbon—also made from origami—beneath the kusudama, and glue a band around the center.
Finish by adding a hanging string.
If you want a more glamorous look, it’s recommended to use two types of origami: solid color and traditional Japanese patterns.
Hina dolls made with origami and paper platesNEW!
An origami and paper-plate Hina doll activity is especially appealing because you can enjoy it easily with everyday materials.
Cut a paper plate in half, then roll it into a cone so there’s a small hole at the top.
Layer and glue two half-circle pieces of origami paper on top to represent the doll’s kimono.
Next, prepare white drawing paper and cut out a shape consisting of an oval on top of an overlapping rectangle.
Draw the doll’s face on the oval, then attach hair and ornaments made from origami.
Roll the rectangle into a tube, insert it into the hole in the paper plate, spread it open inside the plate, and secure it with tape.
Finally, give the doll a fan to hold, and it’s complete! Make the male doll as well and be sure to display them side by side.
[For Seniors] Hinamatsuri crafts with origami: A collection of simple, cute tabletop and wall decoration ideas (11–20)
three-dimensional bonbori (paper lantern)NEW!
Let me show you how to make a three-dimensional bonbori lantern that you can display in your room as a Hinamatsuri decoration.
Use 15 cm origami for the lantern light, 15 × 7.5 cm for the pillar, and 7.5 cm for the boxes.
You’ll make three boxes, so prepare three sheets in the same color.
First, use the origami for the light to make a balloon.
Then trim about 1 cm off the bottom where the air hole is.
Next, use the 15 cm × 7.5 cm sheet to make the pillar.
Fold it in half several times to create crease lines so it becomes long and narrow, then fold about 1 cm along one side with the white side facing out, and use the creases to roll it into a square column.
Make the boxes in the standard square shape.
Place a 10-yen coin as a weight in one of the boxes, then stack on top of it another box whose base has a slit cut in it, inserting the pillar through the slit.
Insert the balloon onto the top of the pillar, then stack the remaining box on top and glue it in place to finish!
Peach Blossom Wreath
Let’s make a festive Hina Doll wreath with peach blossoms.
Prepare a paper plate, origami paper, construction paper, and raffia ribbon (suzuran tape).
Use a flat paper plate.
Cut out the center of the plate with a craft knife, then wrap the plate with the raffia ribbon to create the base.
Cut an egg shape from construction paper, and use patterned origami to make the kimono.
For accessories, draw shapes on gold origami and cut them out.
Draw the mouth, eyes, and hair on the faces, then add the accessories.
The peach blossoms are easy: fold one sheet of origami several times and cut along a curved line.
Attach the finished pieces to the wreath, and your gently swaying Hina Doll wreath is complete!
Temari and hanging decorations of flowers
Let’s make a temari hanging ornament that looks adorable swaying in the breeze.
Cut both plain origami paper and patterned origami paper into circles.
Glue the plain and patterned pieces together alternately, then attach them to a string.
If you also add pieces cut into plum blossom and cherry blossom shapes in the same way, you’ll have a very cute hanging decoration.
March, when Hinamatsuri is celebrated, can still have chilly days, but on warm days, open the window and enjoy watching your hanging ornament gently sway.
You can buy various patterned origami papers at 100-yen shops, so make it with whatever designs you like!
A hina doll with a three-dimensional kimono
How about three-dimensional Hina dolls you can stand up for display? The kimono is made by layering three sheets of origami paper.
Using a patterned sheet on top makes it look more festive.
The charm is that you can enjoy your favorite color combinations.
Fold the paper in half twice, matching the edges each time, then cut out one square section.
Stack the three cut pieces slightly offset from each other to create a beautifully layered kimono.
After folding the body and face parts, attach them together to form a cone-like shape, dress it in the kimono, and draw the face to finish.
Add optional decorations like a crown or a fan to your liking.