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Kusudama making with origami

Kusudama Origami: Introducing an easy trick [Kusudama] Origami

When you look at an origami kusudama, you can’t help but be captivated by its beautiful form, can you? Among older adults, there are surely people who want to fold kusudama or who simply enjoy making them.

Kusudama often feature bright colors and shapes that seem difficult to create.

That’s because they use many parts made from multiple sheets of origami paper.

When making the parts, folding several sheets together at once may make the process easier.

The key is to fold even the finer sections in batches.

Try creating a wonderful piece together with older adults in whatever way is easiest to fold.

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Nakajima Junko

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ribbon bookmark

[Easy] Make it in a snap with a single sheet of origami! How to make a cute ribbon bookmark 🎀🔖! #OrukiruLab #orukirulab #cute #origami #origami #cherry #bookmark #shorts

A ribbon bookmark made from a single sheet of origami paper is a cute item that will have people asking, “How did you make that?” Fold it so the patterned side ends up on the outside as you go.

Up to a certain point, the steps are the same as making a crane, so if you’ve folded a crane before, you may find it easier.

Because it includes some fine-motor steps, it’s great for finger rehabilitation and exercise for older adults.

The ribbon shape may look difficult, but once you understand the folds, it’s easy to make—so give it a try!

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Flower ball made with a circular craft punch

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Candy-like Origami Kusudama | A small, cute flower ball made with a round craft punch | Origami Flower Ball | AyaWangPaper#diy#papercraft#origamitutorialOrigami Kusudama

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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.

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kusudama ornament

[Handmade Craft] Easy! Kusudama Ornament ✨ How to Make a KUSUDAMA #ornament #ball #crafts #decoration #ball #sphere #howtofold #origami #easy #origami #paper #paperfolding #折り紙

Here’s an introduction to making a kusudama ornament out of origami.

During the Christmas season, ornaments are hung on trees and around the house, right? Depending on the design, ornaments can create a fun and festive atmosphere.

You can use either origami paper or construction paper.

Cut the paper into a circle and fold it several times.

Make five creases on the circular piece.

Of those five creases, apply glue to two of them, fold the piece in half with the glued creases on the inside.

Make 20 of these parts, then connect the parts by applying glue to the other three crease areas (the ones without glue) and attaching them together.

Once all the parts are assembled, you’ll have a charming ornament with a mesh-like pattern.

Since this involves steps beyond folding—like using scissors and glue—it offers plenty of hand and finger activity, making it suitable for older adults as well.

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A kusudama that bursts open like a flower blooming in an instant.

【Origami】Basic Flower Kusudama – Origami Kusudama Flower

Let me introduce a kusudama that looks like it’s made of connected flowers.

It’s a gorgeous and cute piece, perfect for hanging as a decoration for the Peach Festival, and you can even arrange it into a kusudama bouquet.

Using a single sheet of origami, you fold both the petals and the parts that resemble stamens and pistils at the center of the flower.

Combine five of these units to complete one flower.

Even on its own, it makes an adorable origami flower.

Apply glue near the tips of the petals and connect the flowers to form the kusudama.

It really looks like a ball of blooming flowers, and I think even older adults would enjoy seeing the finished piece.

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streamer-style kusudama

Kusudama, streamers, and string decorations made with origami (with audio commentary) — How to make origami Kusudama, streamers, and string decorations

Here’s an introduction to a streamer-style kusudama with a charming, temari-like roundness.

When making a kusudama out of origami, there are some models that require very fine folds.

Many have complex folding methods, so some older adults might find making origami kusudama challenging.

But if you cut the origami and assemble the kusudama parts by gluing them, it may be easier for some to try.

Once your kusudama is complete, make streamers from string or origami and decorate it.

Using patterned or printed origami for the kusudama and streamers creates pieces with different moods depending on the paper you choose.

It’s also recommended as a Tanabata decoration.

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Sonobe-style kusudama

Origami Kusudama (Sonobe) – 12 pieces

Here is a kusudama made using the Sonobe-style unit, devised by Japanese modular origami artist Mitsunobu Sonobe.

First, modular origami is a technique in which you fold multiple identical paper parts and assemble them to create geometric works.

Since the parts are all folded in the same way, once you learn it, the folding itself should be easy.

The assembly, however, requires some tips and may feel challenging for some older adults.

Please have those around them offer support tailored to their needs and try making it together.

By changing the number of parts and how you combine them, you can create works other than kusudama as well, so why not give it a try?

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