[For Seniors] Brighten Up Hinamatsuri: Wall Decoration Ideas

Simple and cute Hina dolls

[Origami] How to Make Hina Dolls

Here we introduce cute origami Emperor (Odairi-sama) and Empress (Ohina-sama).

A key point of this origami is that you can draw the faces yourself—eyes, mouth, and so on.

Older adults can draw them, and of course staff members or caregivers can draw them too.

You’ll end up with charming, one-of-a-kind Odairi-sama and Ohina-sama! For the folding, align the corners to make triangles and fold along the pre-made creases.

Try making them while having fun—for example, folding together with older adults who may find it a bit tricky.

Finish by matching outfits folded from origami paper in colors like blue or pink.

You can also paste the completed origami onto a paper plate or backing board to make a lovely decoration.

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Nakajima Junko

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Hina dolls made of origami

[Origami Hina Dolls] “Hina Doll Spring Bookmark” Easy in 3 minutes! Hina decoration for wall displays – great for preschool crafts and senior care recreation

These origami hina dolls can also be used as bookmarks! Cut a strip of black origami paper and snip it to suggest the front-bangs line of the princess doll.

Slip a rectangular piece of origami paper into the slit.

Once it’s inserted partway, flip it over, apply glue, and fold down the black section to complete the face.

Next, fold a washi-patterned origami sheet like a kimono and attach it to the face piece.

Punch a hole at the top and thread a chenille stem (pipe cleaner) through, and you’re done! We often wonder whether to throw crafts away after displaying them, but it’s nice when they can keep being used in another form, isn’t it?

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Shikishi decoration

[100-Yen Shop DIY] Fun Hinamatsuri Decorations: Colored Paper Edition

If you want to create a sturdy piece that can be propped up for display, we recommend using shikishi (decorative board) as the backing! It’s firmer than regular cardstock, so even if you attach parts with a three-dimensional or weighty feel, it won’t bend and will stay looking nice.

Since you’re using shikishi, why not add height using not only origami or colored paper but also items like color foam boards? If you’re making this as a recreation activity, it’s best to pre-cut lots of parts in advance and let people decorate freely.

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Peach blossom made from a single sheet of origami

[Made with a single sheet of origami] Cute peach blossom folding method ◇ Origami Peach Blossom Spring Flower Hinamatsuri Hina Dolls ◇

Introducing a craft idea that lets you feel the arrival of warm spring: “A Peach Blossom Made from a Single Sheet of Origami Paper.” It’s easy to make with just one sheet of origami, yet the softly opened petals look charming and add a bright, springlike touch.

Choose a gentle pink paper for a soothing finish that’s delightful to look at.

No tools or special skills are required, and the delicate, finger-based steps can also help with hand rehabilitation and improving concentration.

This is a recommended craft you can use to decorate your room or for seasonal wall displays.

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Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival or Girls’ Day)

Premature “Hinamatsuri” Torn-Paper Collage

I’d like to introduce a torn-paper collage that’s perfect for Hinamatsuri and great to make in March.

First, draw simple, easy-to-understand outlines of the Emperor and Empress on construction paper.

Keeping the outlines simple makes it easier to tear and paste origami paper.

Once the outlines are done, start tearing origami paper and paste it on.

Rather than covering red areas with a single shade of red, mixing several red tones will add depth and give the piece a warm finish—highly recommended.

Using washi or tissue paper will make the artwork even more appealing.

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Hina dolls

When it comes to major events in March, some older adults may think of the Peach Festival (Hinamatsuri).

Here’s a calendar featuring the Emperor and Empress dolls as a Hinamatsuri motif.

You can make hina dolls out of origami and attach them to the calendar.

Of course, you can also cut colored paper into the parts of the dolls and glue them on instead of using origami.

Creating the hina dolls might prompt some people to remember festivals they’ve spent with family.

Talking about those memories could make for lively conversation while working on the calendar.

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Cute hanging decoration made from 100-yen-shop materials: ball ornaments

[Handmade] Hinamatsuri: Easy Hanging Decoration Tutorial ♡ All materials from Daiso! Recommended for a first seasonal festival ♪ How to make a Japanese mobile for baby

Speaking of Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day), it really conveys the gentle warmth of parents’ love for their children, doesn’t it? Older adults may also feel like reminiscing when they see hanging decorations.

Let’s make a must-have hanging ornament for the Peach Festival.

This time, we’ll introduce an easy, simple ball-style hanging ornament you can put together with items from a 100-yen shop.

First, prepare various decorative balls.

Having both deep and pale colors will create a stylish design, so it’s recommended.

One thing to be careful about is when you thread a needle through the decorative balls during assembly.

It’s best to do this together with a staff member.

Once it’s finished, showing it to little children will likely make them very happy.

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