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[For Seniors] Introducing Fun Crafts Made with Plastic Bottle Caps

We’ve gathered practical craft ideas that use plastic bottle caps.

Bottle caps that would normally end up as trash—why not use them to enjoy some crafting?

You can easily make useful items like brooches, small containers, magnets, and memo stands.

They’re perfect for small gifts, too.

Moving your hands helps stimulate both body and mind, making this a great recreational activity.

Please use these ideas as a reference for craft activities in senior care facilities.

[For Seniors] Introducing Fun Crafts Made with Plastic Bottle Caps (41–50)

pincushion

How to hand-sew a pincushion (harinyama) using a plastic bottle cap and fabric scraps (hagire) — made with Liberty print fabric
pincushion

Some people may be more familiar with the names “harisashi” or “hariyama” than “pincushion.” This craft idea shows how to make a sewing pincushion using a plastic bottle cap and leftover fabric scraps.

If you enjoy sewing, working with a favorite pattern rather than a plain pincushion can make the activity even more fun.

To make it, all you need are fabric scraps, stuffing, a needle and thread, and some glue for securing it.

Since needles and thread are used, please have a caregiver supervise the activity.

garden pick

[#35] We’ll upcycle plastic bottle caps to make garden picks!
garden pick

We’re introducing a craft idea we highly recommend for older adults who enjoy or are good at gardening: garden picks made using plastic bottle caps.

Garden picks are essential items for gardening, and amazingly, you can make them with bottle caps.

Simply decorate the plastic bottle caps by drawing illustrations or using fabric with your favorite patterns, then attach and secure a piece of wire—that’s it.

Since securing the wire can be a bit tricky, care staff should supervise and assist as needed.

In conclusion

It's amazing that such lovely creations can be made from something as familiar as plastic bottle caps. Candy magnets, small containers, mini drawstring pouches—there’s joy in both making and using them. Choose your favorite fabrics and decorations, and try creating a one-of-a-kind original piece just for you.