[For Seniors] Perfect for winter events! Easy craft ideas
Here are some simple craft ideas perfect for winter events, especially for seniors!
Winter is full of events, and seasonal motifs are cute—not only is making crafts fun, but displaying them afterward is another thing to look forward to.
We’ve gathered only easy-to-make projects, making them ideal for recreational activities in senior facilities.
There are also options that are simple to make at home.
Be sure to enjoy winter together in a warm room while trying these crafts!
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[For Seniors] Perfect for Winter Events! Easy Craft Ideas (151–160)
Christmas wreath
There are lots of events in winter, but Christmas is definitely a must.
How about making a Christmas wreath? You can use any materials you like, but it’s easy to make a ring using a paper plate as the base.
Try sticking on double-sided tape and wrapping yarn around it, attaching packing peanuts, or winding masking tape around it.
Then decorate by gluing on beads or pom-poms from the top.
You can also tie on a ribbon or attach some sparkly tinsel to make it shine.
Ema with sponge stamps
Ema, the wooden plaques on which people write their wishes and hang them at shrines, are one of the key motifs that evoke the New Year.
Let’s easily make our own ema out of construction paper and decorate them beautifully with sponge stamps.
Even with a simple paper shape, adding brush-pen lettering and a red seal gives it a genuine ema feel.
If carving sponges to make stamps is difficult, another great approach is to prepare a variety of stamp patterns in advance and have people choose the one that best fits their wish.
It might be better to focus more on the writing aspect than on the crafting itself.
Snowman made with tissue paper
Snowmen made from tissues are such a cute idea.
I recommend this as a craft you can enjoy together with seniors.
Folding the four corners and securing them with tape might take a little time, but that allows you to work on it at a relaxed pace.
There are parts where some assistance may be needed, so it’s nice that you can cooperate and make them while communicating.
With tissue-based snow and scarf decorations, you can create snowmen full of personality.
It seems like a fun recreational activity that exercises the mind while letting everyone use their imagination.
Heart decoration making
Let me introduce a perfect activity for a Valentine’s Day gift: making heart decorations! With just origami paper, scissors, and glue, anyone can do it.
Because it uses fine motor skills, it serves as hand exercise and helps build concentration.
Older adults have fewer chances to complete something entirely on their own, so this activity provides a sense of accomplishment and boosts motivation.
Giving the finished decoration as a gift also encourages lively communication.
Enjoy this recreation themed around a February-only event!
Pine cone Christmas tree
When it comes to big winter events, Christmas is the first that comes to mind, right? With the holiday everyone looks forward to approaching, many of you might be thinking about getting a tree ready.
A “Pine Cone Christmas Tree” is super easy to make with just a single pine cone, so it’s great for seniors too! Simply paint the pine cone in vibrant colors and decorate it with beads or pipe cleaners, and it transforms into a Christmas tree.
You can even use pine cones you’ve picked up at a campground or park.
A tree made from pine cones you collected yourself feels extra special.
It’s also a wonderful activity to do with your grandchildren!
Lion dance origami
The lion dance, an essential feature of festivals and New Year’s celebrations, has long been believed to ward off evil and disease; it’s considered good luck to have your head playfully bitten by the lion.
While children may find the lion dance a bit scary, how about folding one with origami? Use two sheets of origami paper—one color for the face and another for the body.
The folding can be a bit intricate, so take your time and follow along with a video if you like.
The fine finger movements are also said to be good for the brain.
Finish by drawing the face, and you’re done.
For Seniors: Perfect for Winter Events! Easy Craft Ideas (161–170)
Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)
There are several traditional New Year’s games, and Fukuwarai is one that everyone can enjoy, from small children to older adults.
How about making your own Fukuwarai? Draw a face outline on a large sheet of construction paper, then create the parts—eyes, nose, mouth, eyebrows, and so on.
The classics for Fukuwarai are Okame and Hyottoko.
It’s fun to make the traditional ones, but creating an original version with your favorite face or character would be exciting too.
You could even draw your own portrait and turn it into a Fukuwarai!