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Seasonal craft recreation is a special activity for older adults to savor the four seasons.That said, many staff members may be searching for new ideas, thinking that Hinamatsuri crafts end up being similar every year.In this article, we introduce craft ideas perfect for day-service settings during Hinamatsuri.We’ve gathered a wide range—from projects you can easily start with familiar materials to more elaborate works that are fun to focus on.All of these are enjoyable ideas that can help expand communication with those around you, so please enjoy the conversations as you work on them.
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[Day Service] Hina Matsuri Is Just Around the Corner! Craft Ideas to Brighten Up the Room (1–10)
Hina doll chopstick restNEW!
These are chopstick rests made from origami Hina dolls that can also serve as indoor decorations.
Using washi-patterned origami paper brings out even more of the Hina-doll atmosphere.
Origami crafts can be done while sitting in a chair and chatting with those around you.
It’s nice to fold them while talking with seniors about past Hina Matsuri festivals—it might really get the conversation going.
How about using them as chopstick rests for a Hina Matsuri party held at a facility? You can make both the Emperor and Empress dolls and enjoy displaying them as decorations on a small table or shelf.
Rabbit Hinamatsuri decorationNEW!
Crafts featuring rabbits are so cute, aren’t they? They’re a perfect motif for Hinamatsuri crafts, too.
Prepare origami paper with colors or patterns on both sides.
Make some slits and create a donut-shaped ring.
Make a rabbit’s face and attach it on top of the ring.
Add decorations to the rabbit like those of hina dolls.
Try adding items such as the imperial prince’s shaku or the imperial princess’s open fan.
Adding lace around the neck will make it even cuter.
Older adults are sure to smile as they create these adorable rabbit crafts.
Origami Hina DollsNEW!
Let’s make the parts for the kimono, face, hair, hair ornament, and fan, and complete the Hina doll.
Use Japanese-pattern origami paper for the kimono.
Cut out a triangle at the center, attach the collar on the back, then fold it into a triangle.
Fold up both corners, then fold them back parallel.
Open the origami once and refold so that the bottom corner splits into two layers.
Fold the top of these two layers upward toward the back and pass it through the triangular opening to form the neck.
Next, fold in the left and right sides to make the sleeves, and fold the remaining bottom corner up to the back to finish the kimono! Make the remaining parts and complete your Hina doll.
Hinamatsuri calligraphy cardNEW!
If you have a brush pen, let’s try making simple calligraphy cards.
Among older adults, some may be skilled at calligraphy or brush lettering.
For those who are good at it, this could be an enjoyable project.
Beyond the beauty of the characters, lettering with character and charm can also make a wonderful piece.
Many seniors are likely to enjoy creating these.
Try writing in colors other than black if you like.
If you paint illustrations with a brush that evoke Hina dolls, the work will be even more fitting for March.
Hina decorations made of feltNEW!
This Hina doll decoration made of felt features gently swaying ornaments as its highlight.
By using plum blossoms and traditional Japanese-patterned fabrics, it’s likely to be a piece that will delight elderly people.
Draw a semicircle on copy paper or similar using a compass to create a fan shape.
Cut out thick paper, felt, and fabric to match this pattern to make a backing, then finish it with yarn (a type of cord).
Finally, add decorations such as flowers made from felt and fabric, and attach the hanging, swaying ornaments.
It’s a Hina Matsuri decoration that brightens up a space just by being displayed—give it a try!
Hinamatsuri Flower BallNEW!
A flower ball you can hang from the ceiling or simply place on a table as a decoration.
Even with items from the 100-yen shop, you can make something lovely and cute that’s perfect for Hinamatsuri.
Use a glue gun to attach artificial flowers to a craft foam sphere.
Try using artificial peach blossoms, cherry blossoms, or other pink flowers.
Add a ribbon, and it’s done.
Since it’s made from lightweight materials, it might be easy for seniors to handle and create as well.
You can get everything you need at the 100-yen shop, so give it a try.
Hinamatsuri bouquetNEW!
This is a lovely piece featuring the Emperor and Empress nestled in a bouquet.
Use construction paper and origami paper to make the Emperor and Empress.
Attach straws to the ones you’ve made.
Then bundle them together with artificial flowers sold at 100-yen shops or lollipops on sticks to finish.
For artificial flowers, peach blossoms are perfect, but spring blooms like cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers are also recommended.
You’ll create a charming bouquet that conveys heartfelt warmth.
It’s great for yourself, and it also makes a nice gift for seniors’ families or acquaintances.