[For Seniors] January Craft Ideas: Boost Your Luck with New Year Decorations and Good-Luck Charms

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.

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Plum blossom decoration

Two types of cute paper plum blossom decorations (with audio commentary) – How to make

Let’s make some stylish, pop-inspired plum blossom decorations! They’re perfect for January wall displays or hanging ornaments.

Why not enjoy a seasonal craft activity with older adults? You can create two types: simple plum blossoms made by rolling paper strips and stapling them, and 3D plum blossoms made by interlocking two flower-shaped paper cutouts.

Combine both types and string them together for a hanging decoration, or display a single piece like an objet d’art to instantly brighten the room.

You can also have fun customizing them by changing the origami patterns or sizes—feel free to use this as a reference!

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Three-dimensional kagami mochi

How to make a 3D Kagami Mochi with origami! Perfect as a New Year’s decoration or a small display for January and winter—great for facilities or a little spot in your room. Why not give it a try? [Tsukuru-mon]

This three-dimensional kagami mochi is perfect for decorating small spaces in care facilities or rooms.

It’s also a great option for a winter craft activity at day-service centers, so why not give it a try? The main tasks are cutting and gluing origami, making it ideal for fine motor training for seniors.

The two-tiered mochi and the daidai (bitter orange) create a three-dimensional look.

Also, since the decorations for kagami mochi vary by region, be sure to decorate it in a way that suits your local area!

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Kadomatsu

January wall display decorated with a handmade paper craft “kadomatsu” for a New Year theme

How about a craft project making kadomatsu out of origami? The moment when each sheet of paper comes together to form a splendid kadomatsu is truly moving.

Using colorful origami will result in a vibrant, festive decoration.

Displaying the kadomatsu everyone made will really boost the New Year’s atmosphere.

It would also be lovely to share New Year’s resolutions while making them.

It’s sure to be an enjoyable craft that showcases the dexterity of older adults.

Why not prepare to welcome the New Year with a kadomatsu full of New Year spirit?

Camellias made with tissue paper

[Easy] How to Make Camellias ✨ No Glue Needed ✨ [Tissue Paper] Perfect for Wall Decorations and New Year’s Decorations 💕 DIY How to Make Paper Camellia. Papercraft. Paper Flower.

Starting around January, camellias reach their peak and look beautiful against the winter scenery.

Let’s make camellia flowers using tissue paper.

Prepare four sheets of red tissue paper and one sheet of yellow tissue paper.

Stack the red and yellow tissue paper together and fold them accordion-style.

Once you have a long, narrow strip, fold it in half and staple it at the center.

Then, gently fan it out to form the shape of a flower.

Be careful to spread the yellow tissue paper so that it becomes the center of the flower.

After spreading and shaping it into a flower, trim the yellow center slightly smaller than the red petals.

Your camellia is complete! When displaying it, try making leaves from green tissue paper or origami and combine them with the flower.

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Origami: Mount Fuji ema (votive plaque)

[New Year Origami] How to Make an Ema of Mt. Fuji

How about making an origami ema plaque with your New Year’s wishes for the New Year? First, fold the origami paper toward the center to halve it, then fold it in half again.

Next, fold the left and right sides diagonally to create angles and form the shape of an ema.

Finally, make a slit in the center so you can thread a string through.

Also, slightly fold each of the four corners of a small red origami paper to make a sun; fold a small green origami paper like a crane at first, then spread the left and right sides to make a pine shape.

For the blue origami paper, if you use the white reverse side to suggest snow, you can create a beautiful Mt.

Fuji.

With the first sunrise from Mt.

Fuji, your auspicious ema is complete!

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winter camellia

[Craft Idea] Winter Flower: Camellia in Winter (Kantsubaki) – Flower Crafting (Senior Recreation/Day Service) (Early Childhood Education) (Wall Decorations) (3D) (Creative Occupational Therapy) (Origami) (DIY)

How about a craft project using winter camellias? It’s a harshly cold season, but seeing those beautiful petals warms the heart, doesn’t it? If you make a wall decoration, it will bring a lovely seasonal touch to your room.

Working together will likely spark conversation and make for an enjoyable time.

Cutting out petals and gluing them in place uses fine motor skills, so it’s good for rehabilitation as well.

Displaying the finished piece will make the New Year feel even more joyful.

Why not spend some time warming both heart and body with a winter camellia craft?