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Simple and cute! Handmade ideas for crib mobiles

9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherShibata Risa
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

For the first few months after birth, babies spend a lot of time lying down.

A recommended toy for such babies is a mobile.

Colorful toys that gently sway on a mobile are said to stimulate a baby’s senses and promote development.

How about making a mobile yourself? This time, we’re introducing easy and cute DIY ideas for crib mobiles.

A collection of stylish and adorable ideas using various materials like felt, yarn, and embroidery! With the unique warmth of handmade items, you can create a gentle atmosphere and a relaxing space for your baby.

Simple and cute! Handmade mobile ideas for the crib (11–20)

Origami baby mobile

Easy with origami! Handmade mobile

Origami baby mobile

Using origami lets you create a cute finish while giving it a Japanese touch.

First, fold your favorite motifs out of origami paper.

Classics include stars, birds, and other sky-themed shapes.

Once you’ve finished folding the motifs, use a needle to make a hole at the top of each one and thread twine through.

Be careful not to squeeze too hard, or they may get crushed.

After that, just hang them from the arm, and you’re done.

For variations, try folding with origami in different sizes or using washi paper.

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In conclusion

How did you like the handmade baby mobile ideas? Just imagining a baby gazing intently at the mobile and reaching out with all their might warms the heart, doesn’t it? If you find a mobile you think is cute, try making it as part of your preparations for the birth.

You can buy the main mobile frame at online shops, and the parts—if you use felt or yarn—can be found at 100-yen stores.

Be sure to choose materials that are safe for babies to touch.

We hope you create a lovely handmade mobile full of warmth!