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For Seniors: Create a November Calendar — Perfect Motif Ideas

Autumn leaves in Japan are popular not only among Japanese people but also among visitors from overseas.

Their rich shades of red, orange, and yellow soothe the hearts of those who see them.

November is the season when these autumn colors are at their best.

In a craft recreation activity at a senior care facility, why not make a handmade calendar featuring motifs of autumn leaves and seasonal delicacies? Even those who find it difficult to go out can enjoy the arrival of autumn indoors.

We’ll introduce ideas for decorating with origami creations and torn-paper collage, as well as art using pastels and brush pens.

Enjoy a fun crafting time with these creatively designed ideas.

[For Seniors] Making a November calendar: Introducing perfect motifs (11–20)

Calligraphy Art: November Calendar

[Brush Lettering Art] Let's draw the November calendar (with voice commentary)
Calligraphy Art: November Calendar

Let’s try making a calendar with brush-lettering designs using a brush pen.

Once you master brush lettering, you can write striking letters and numbers.

And not just letters—you can also draw autumn-themed designs like autumn leaves.

It does take practice, but once you get the hang of it, you’ll be able to write beautifully, so give it a try.

Use brush lettering for the design, add the calendar numbers and days of the week, as well as words that represent the month, such as “Shimotsuki” (November).

Then decorate it with sprays, stamps, or stickers.

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In conclusion

In addition to classic ideas like an origami calendar or drawing illustrations, there were also fun ideas such as a stamp calendar using osmanthus leaves.

Stamping with fallen leaves like maple or ginkgo would also be lovely.

Try bringing the vibrant colors of autumn into your home.