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For Seniors: Feel the Arrival of Warm Spring. Introducing Origami Ideas

When we get through the cold winter and start to feel the warmth of spring, it somehow lifts our spirits, doesn’t it? What comes to mind for you when you think of spring? Perhaps iconic spring plants like cherry blossoms and dandelions, or creatures like butterflies and ladybugs.

In this article, we’ll introduce origami ideas that let you feel the arrival of spring indoors.

Nice-weather days are perfect for a stroll, but going out isn’t always easy for everyone.

These spring-themed origami projects are perfect for such times and will instantly brighten up your space.

In addition to plants and animals, there are pieces that fit spring-related events, too.

Why not decorate your room and enjoy the feeling of spring’s arrival?

[For Seniors] Feel the Arrival of Warm Spring. Introducing Origami Ideas (41–50)

Kusudama making with origami

Kusudama Origami: Introducing an easy trick [Kusudama] Origami
Kusudama making with 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.

Sakura Kusudama

How to make an origami sakura (cherry blossom) kusudama / How to make Origami [Sakura Ball]
Sakura Kusudama

Here’s a sakura kusudama that’s also great for a spring craft activity.

Cherry blossoms are at their best from March to April.

Seasonal flower crafts can help older adults feel the changing seasons.

There are various ways to make a sakura kusudama with origami.

It might be fun to look for a design you’d like to make together with older adults.

Many origami petals are quite delicate in their construction.

For older adults who enjoy origami, this could be a project they can create while having fun.

Once it’s finished, adding a pearl to the center of the cherry blossoms or attaching streamers will make it look even more beautiful.

In conclusion

Origami with spring-themed motifs—such as spring flowers, animals, Hinamatsuri dolls, and school satchels—can be soothing for anyone who sees them.

It also sounds fun to make them while chatting with your grandchildren or friends at a community facility.

Because origami requires delicate finger movements, it stimulates the brain and can help prevent dementia.

Give a variety of projects a try!