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For seniors: Snowman crafts to brighten January wall displays—fun ideas using origami, paper plates, and papercutting.

For seniors: Snowman crafts to brighten January wall displays—fun ideas using origami, paper plates, and papercutting.
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For seniors: Snowman crafts to brighten January wall displays—fun ideas using origami, paper plates, and papercutting.

How about hand-making snowmen to brighten up your January wall displays and enjoy a cheerful, cozy winter? From pieces you can make with a single sheet of origami, to tactile 3D versions using cotton or decorative balls, and even chains of snowmen made with paper-cutting, we’ve gathered a variety of unique ideas.

Fine scissor work helps train dexterity, and deciding where to place facial features provides great stimulation for the brain.

Some projects offer free downloadable templates, making them perfect for crafts and recreation in senior care facilities.

Add colorful hats and fun expressions, and enjoy creating one-of-a-kind snowmen!

[For Seniors] Snowman crafts to brighten up January walls: fun ideas using origami, paper plates, and paper cutting (1–10)

Fluffy snowman made with tissue paper

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Here’s a craft idea for a snowman that could also become a wall decoration if you hang it with a string.

First, cut out the inside of a paper plate so only the rim remains, then glue on crumpled tissue paper.

Next, cut out a circular piece from construction paper for the head and a rectangular piece for the bucket hat.

Draw the face with a pen, attach the bucket, then glue it to the paper plate to finish.

It’s handy to pre-cut the tissue paper into sizes that are easy to crumple, but having the person making it tear the paper themselves can also be good finger exercise.

Shaka-Shaka Snowman

https://www.tiktok.com/@haruharo_made/video/7298263837583691015

Let’s make a shaker snowman that you can use as an ornament for your tree.

For preparation, get two paper doilies and cut out the inside of one so it becomes just a frame.

Put sequins or any small parts you like into a clear bag, fold the corners, tape them down, and shape it into a circle.

Stack and glue them in this order: a full paper doily, the bag, and the doily frame.

Finish by adding a face, hat, scarf made from construction paper, and a string for hanging.

The paper doily part will be the snowman’s body.

Paper Plate Snow Globe

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Let’s make a paper-plate snow globe that looks beautiful when hung on a window and lit from behind.

First, cut out the inner part of a paper plate and attach a circular piece of laminate film.

Next, from the back, cover the entire opening with tissue paper cut into a circle, and seal the adhesive edge with OPP tape.

Finally, stick a construction-paper snowman onto the front of the laminate film, and you’re done.

In this idea, colorful tissue paper is used for a vibrant finish, but I think it would also look lovely unified in blue tones to evoke snow.

Perfectly round snowman

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Perfectly round snowman

Let me share an idea for making a perfectly round snowman designed to look like it’s gazing upward.

First, cut a paper cup about 4–5 cm up from the bottom.

Next, attach a snowman face made from construction paper to the bottom of the cup, then glue it to the center of a paper plate.

The paper plate will be the snowman’s body, so add pipe-cleaner arms and use round stickers to create patterns on the body.

Finally, decorate the paper plate with star stickers, and you’re done.

It’s very simple yet creates a striking piece, so give it a try!

Swaying Snowman Wreath

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Swaying Snowman Wreath

Let’s make a wreath you can enjoy displaying not only at Christmas but throughout the winter.

The main motif is a snowman, so the key is to keep the edges rounded and make everything as circular as possible! You’ll need a paper plate, colored construction paper, masking tape, jute twine, fishing line (monofilament), paints, oil-based colored pens, a snowflake-shaped craft punch, double-sided tape, a utility knife, and scissors.

Instead of finishing it in a single day, aim to complete it over two to three days—you’ll be able to take your time and focus on the details.

Give it a try!

Snowman made with rings

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Snowman made with rings

A classic for birthday decorations! This is a snowman craft made with paper chains.

Make a loop by gluing a strip of construction paper into a ring, thread another strip through it, then glue it into another ring to create a chain.

Use colored paper for the top ring, as it will be the bucket hat.

The second ring is the face, and the ones below form the body—decorate them with stickers and ribbons.

Attach arms made from brown construction paper and a hanging ribbon to the head, and it’s complete.

Hang it on the wall or ceiling to bring a wintry vibe.

You can use this idea to make Santa Claus, too.

Snowman Stencil

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Snowman Stencil

With a clear plastic file, you can easily enjoy stenciling.

First, cut the file open so it becomes a single sheet.

Then cut out a snowman shape or use a craft punch to cut snowflakes to create your stencil sheet.

Once the sheet is ready, place it over drawing paper and secure it, then dab on paint with a sponge.

After the paint dries, add a bucket hat, a carrot nose, and branch arms made from construction paper, and draw the face with a pen to finish!

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