[For Seniors] Day service crafts: A roundup of June-themed ideas
Among the older adults who attend day service centers, there are people with a variety of physical conditions.
Many of them also look forward to recreational activities.
This time, we’re introducing “Recommended June Craft Activities for Day Service.”
We’ve gathered ideas that use classic motifs related to rain, such as hydrangeas and snails.
Doing crafts also serves as fine-motor rehabilitation, so it’s recommended for older adults.
Be sure to enjoy not only the finished product but also the process of making it.
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[For Seniors] Day service crafts: A roundup of June-themed ideas (61–70)
A simple three-dimensional morning glory
This is a morning glory made from a single sheet of origami, cleverly using reverse folds and other techniques to create a three-dimensional, soft appearance.
Not only does it look good from the front, but the base is also shaped solidly like a real flower, making it easy to incorporate into decorations.
You cut the edge of the folded paper, then unfold it and fold it again while making use of the white on the back.
Because there are many fine reverse folds, the whole piece tends to wrinkle, but intentionally adding wrinkles is also recommended to achieve a softer-looking morning glory.
Paper cup craft: Rain boots
Let’s make rain boots that come in super handy on rainy days using paper cups! The steps are very simple: cut colored construction paper into two pieces—one to cover the side of the paper cup and another for the toe of the boot—then glue them onto the cup.
Add your own flair by drawing patterns with pens or by cutting the paper into thin strips and attaching them as lines.
You can attach a chenille stem to hang it as a decoration, or place flowers inside and display it! After you make it, enjoy decorating it any way you like.
Hydrangea stamps and rainy-season decorations
Let’s create while expressing your favorite aesthetic! Here are ideas for hydrangea stamps and rainy-season decorations.
Stamps and stickers don’t require much force, so they’re gentle on your hands.
Plus, choosing colorful, cute designs adds visual fun and can brighten your mood.
A handmade calendar using stickers and stamps also makes a heartwarming gift.
It’s perfect for yourself, of course, and wonderful to give to someone else too!
Drawing with colored pencils
A warm, inviting vibe is the charm! Let’s make a calendar while drawing with colored pencils.
The biggest advantages of colored pencils are that they’re easy to try and great for detailed work.
Because you don’t need to press hard, your hands won’t tire easily, making long sessions less strenuous.
You can also blend colors freely as you shade your illustrations, letting you enjoy the exact tones you want.
Relax, tap into your creativity, and create a calendar—it might be just the refresh your mind needs.
Calendar made with transparent calendars and stamps
When the rainy season arrives, some people may find their spirits dipping.
Here’s a calendar that turns gentle drizzle into a charming scene.
Use stamps to create a cutout shape of a girl holding an umbrella.
Stamp the girl with the umbrella onto the calendar base as well, and then attach the cutout on top.
Stamp raindrops onto the calendar base.
The area where the girl with the umbrella is will remain unstamped, creating a neat finish.
There are other stamps that evoke June too, so try making your calendar with whichever designs you like.
Garland of Rain Clouds
This is a rain cloud garland featuring adorable raindrops falling from the clouds.
Draw outlines of clouds and raindrops on construction paper and cut along the lines.
Attach fishing line to the back of the cloud pieces with clear tape, then stick the raindrop pieces—backed with double-sided tape—onto the line.
Attach the raindrops in pairs, sandwiching the line between two pieces, and you’ll have a garland perfect for the rainy season! You can also swap the cloud and rain motifs for different ones each season to create garlands that match the time of year.
Colorful umbrella
When we think of the rainy season, we think of rain, don’t we? Let’s help seniors feel the month of June with a wall display featuring rain, umbrellas, and raindrops! You can use materials sold at 100-yen shops.
Thanks to umbrellas made from cute origami like polka dots and gingham checks, the room is sure to brighten up.
There are only a few folding steps for the origami and construction paper, and the cutting with scissors isn’t complicated, so seniors can easily take part in making them.
When the facility they use is decorated with pieces they created themselves, they’ll feel attached to the space, which can become the motivation to enjoy each day.
Please use this as a reference for creating a lovely wall display.