[For Seniors] Fun February Crafts: Ideas Inspired by Setsubun, Valentine’s Day, and Other Events
February is a season filled with heartwarming events like Setsubun, Valentine’s Day, and Cat Day.
How about enjoying some crafts with construction paper and origami in a warm room on a cold day? Making things like ogre-themed pellet drums, heart-shaped accessories, or dangling plum-blossom decorations lets you move your fingers while savoring a touch of nostalgia, naturally bringing out smiles.
Displaying your finished pieces at home will brighten the atmosphere and make it feel more festive.
Here are some easy, charming craft ideas for February that you can try right away.
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[For Seniors] Fun Crafts for February: Event-Themed Ideas for Setsubun, Valentine’s Day, and More (71–80)
Heart-shaped trinket box
Valentine’s Day is an essential event in February, and when we think of Valentine’s, heart motifs come to mind.
Let’s make a simple little container using origami that incorporates a heart shape.
It’s made by combining five sheets of origami: fold four hearts with side margins and a sturdy base piece, then attach the margins to each other to finish.
Since you’ll make each part with different origami papers, another highlight is the wide range of ways you can arrange the colors and combinations.
Hartleys
Let me introduce an origami “Heart Wreath” that’s perfect for Valentine’s decorations! Make several heart-shaped pieces out of origami paper and connect them together.
There are some delicate steps when folding the heart shape, and some people may find it a bit challenging, but since you just repeat the same heart over and over, once you learn the method it becomes easy.
Enjoy making it together—for example, with seniors—while having fun.
You can display the finished wreath on a facility wall, of course, or take it home and decorate your room—it will look lovely either way.
It’s a cute wreath, so please give it a try!
Cat Tail Hook
Did you know that February 22 is Cat Day? How about trying some cat-themed craft ideas to celebrate? One recommendation is a cat tail hook.
It’s an item with a cat-shaped magnet that lets you hang things from its tail.
For example, many people hang keys, masks, or rubber bands on it.
By the way, if you decorate it with yarn, you can make it in your favorite pattern.
If you have a pet cat, recreating your own kitty could be fun, too.
Heart Bunny
February is the Valentine’s season, isn’t it? How about seniors also giving chocolate to someone special as a way to express their everyday gratitude? The “Heart Bunny” we’re introducing this time is an origami piece combining a cute bunny and a heart.
When displayed flat, you can make feet, and you can also place the Heart Bunny upright in 3D.
It makes a great gift, too.
Let’s get started! All you need is a single sheet of origami paper and a pen.
If you want to make various bunnies, we recommend choosing origami with a variety of patterns—checks and florals are adorable.
Writing a message on the heart before giving it will likely make it even more appreciated.
Setsubun wreath
If you’re looking to make a Setsubun-themed wall decoration, I recommend creating a Setsubun wreath.
Some people may associate wreaths mainly with Christmas, but wreaths were originally displayed as charms to ward off evil, so they’re perfect for Setsubun too.
Start by making a base with origami, then add decorations of your choice.
Using motifs like oni (demons), Otafuku, and beans will give it a distinctly Setsubun feel.
Another option is to simply write “Setsubun” clearly on it.
Oni’s hat
Making oni hats is a lovely craft that adds fun and color to Setsubun.
You just cut colored paper to shape and attach horns, so even older adults can try it easily.
It’s nice that everyone can work at their own pace, taking their time.
I’m looking forward to wearing the finished hats and welcoming a bright, lively Setsubun.
Both the process of making them together and the joy of completion will become precious memories.
Through crafting, let’s feel the season and enjoy ourselves without letting the cold get us down.
Valentine’s hanging decoration
Let’s use origami to make four types of Valentine’s hanging decorations! Cute hearts and candies will create a festive Valentine’s atmosphere.
The difficulty ranges from simple steps to more advanced ones, so you can tailor the activity to older adults.
By getting creative with the folding and where you apply glue, you can make three-dimensional, adorable hearts.
These charming pieces may warm the hearts of older adults as they create them.
Through the crafting process and the finished hanging decorations, they’ll be able to feel the spirit of the Valentine’s season.