Here are some craft ideas recommended for those who suddenly have an unexpected gap in their schedule, feel at a loose end because the plan they had fell through, or are looking for something to focus on to pass the time.
Crafting has become a bit of a trend as we spend more time at home.
These days, you can buy all kinds of craft supplies at 100-yen shops, making it easy to get started.
We’ve put together simple ideas that are easy even for beginners, so if you’re new to crafting, please give them a try!
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Quick and easy! Perfect crafts for killing time (1–10)
Cardboard Weaving Coaster
Even if you’re not good at knitting, you can easily give it a try using cardboard! Cut a rectangle of cardboard and make slits at 1 cm intervals along the top and bottom edges, then hook and wrap the warp threads into the slits.
Next, wrap the yarn that will be the weft around a smaller piece of cardboard, and pass it horizontally through the gaps between the warp threads.
Cut the warp threads on the back, remove the piece from the cardboard, and tie them in several places so it doesn’t unravel.
You’ll have a woven piece you can use as a coaster, and more.
While the structure makes complex projects difficult, it’s a perfect method for anyone who wants to enjoy the feel of weaving!
fabric wreath
When you’ve got small leftover pieces of fabric from making bags or drawstring pouches and can’t bring yourself to throw them away, try making a fabric wreath with those scraps! Cut the remnants into small squares, then use a thin stick or similar tool to press them into a styrofoam wreath base.
Keep inserting a balanced mix of colorful fabrics until the base is no longer visible, and you’re done! Since there’s no sewing involved, even young children can join in.
Enjoy crafting together as a parent and child!
free stitching needle
A free stitching needle is a simple type of embroidery where you thread a special needle with yarn and lightly punch it into the fabric.
Fit the fabric you want to embroider into a hoop to secure it, then set embroidery thread or thin yarn into the dedicated needle.
After that, just follow the outline you drew on the fabric, punching the needle in, and you’ll end up with fluffy, three-dimensional embroidery! Although embroidery often has the image of being a high-difficulty craft, with a free stitching needle, no special techniques are needed and anyone can enjoy it easily.
Why not start it as a hobby to enrich your time at home?
Seasonal and event decoration items
If you want to try handicrafts but can’t think of what to make, how about creating ornaments or wall decorations themed around the season or upcoming events? For Christmas, you could make a Santa Claus ornament; for spring, a wall decoration featuring cherry blossom patterns.
By making seasonally themed crafts, you can feel the changing seasons even indoors and enjoy each seasonal event more.
There’s no need to think you have to make something elaborate! You can create cute pieces just by cutting and pasting, so start with something simple and give it a try.
A scrunchie you can make by hand sewing
If you usually tie your hair with a plain black hair elastic, why not try making a stylish scrunchie with some fabric and elastic in your spare time? Sew the fabric into a long, narrow tube, turn it right side out, thread the elastic through, and stitch it closed so it’s loose enough to wear around your wrist—voilà, you’re done in no time! Use a fabric design you love to quickly tie back hair that gets in the way while doing housework or eating, and even a simple updo will look super chic.
Matching scrunchies for a parent and child would make for a lovely outing, too.