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[Childcare] Craft ideas to make for Mother's Day
Let’s make a Mother’s Day gift filled with gratitude for our beloved moms and caregivers.
Creations made by children are treasures for mothers, aren’t they?
Since the approach varies depending on the children’s ages, we’ve gathered a range of ideas that kids of any age can enjoy making this time.
They range from message cards to items that can be used in daily life!
We hope the children can create heartfelt gifts that convey their message of “Thank you for everything!”
In this text, because what children create is treated as works (art/projects), we use the term “seisaku” (制作).
[Childcare] Craft ideas to make for Mother's Day (1–10)
carnation
When it comes to classic flowers to give to a beloved mom on Mother’s Day, carnations are the go-to.
Fresh flowers are, of course, beautiful, but how about sending a handmade carnation? The materials are unique and the method is simple.
Prepare red bento-side-dish cups—these will become the flower.
Next, get green wire for the stem, stack 3–4 cups, and thread the wire stem through the center.
Secure it so the flower won’t slip off the wire, then shape the petals.
A single stem is cute, and bunching several together into a bouquet makes for a lovely carnation arrangement.
Flower Magnet
Stick them on your fridge or whiteboard as decoration! Here are some ideas for flower magnets.
They’re also great as Mother’s Day gifts! You’ll need white drawing paper cut into circles, tissue paper for flowers, two large and two small felt circles, two plastic bottle caps, two magnets, craft glue, vinyl tape, scissors, and glue sticks.
If you draw a portrait of your mom and give it together with the flower magnet, it’s sure to convey your appreciation.
Handmade coaster
Perfect for a Family Day gift! Here are some handmade coaster ideas.
Many preschools and kindergartens may set Family Day as a time to express gratitude not only to moms and dads, but also to the caregivers who spend time with children.
This time, let’s make handmade coasters you can use at home! You’ll need permanent markers, rubbing alcohol or 90% ethanol, tiles, a waterproof finishing spray, and decorative materials like glitter.
Be sure to work indoors in a well-ventilated area with plenty of airflow.
Ice cream memo stand
https://www.tiktok.com/@olive.ama.itami/video/7234420569553243410Here’s an introduction to making an original, cute ice cream memo stand for Mother’s Day.
Prepare a cupcake holder, air-dry clay, a memo clip, and some beads.
Knead the clay and press it into the cupcake holder to form the base.
Decorate it with beads.
Using beads in various sizes can make it look even more festive.
Stick in the memo clip, and it’s done! When giving it as a gift, you might include a note of thanks clipped in the memo clip—it could make them even happier!
Carnation Coaster
https://www.tiktok.com/@kazuyo_u/video/7364535210421062913Cute to display and fun to use! Let me share an idea for carnation coasters.
This idea uses simple steps to create charming carnation coasters! What you’ll need: origami paper, decorative materials like rhinestone stickers, and a plastic container lid.
Cut out a carnation design from the origami paper, then sandwich it between the plastic container lid pieces.
Decorate the edge of the coaster with rhinestone stickers, and you’re done.
Memory Apron
https://www.tiktok.com/@tomo_mama_/video/7367290809596644609Photos of cherished memories pop out from the pocket! Here’s an idea for a Memory Apron.
It’s an adorable Mother’s Day gift we highly recommend.
You’ll need photos or drawings, paper plates, construction paper, and decorative materials like pom-poms and ribbons.
It’s great that you can get all the supplies at a 100-yen shop, too.
Using paint to dab and stamp color onto the apron is a fun part of the process!
Magnets made from paper clay
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cs-11qELnxc/Why not make a one-of-a-kind paper clay magnet and give it to a parent or guardian? First, use paint and paper clay to create clay in your favorite color, then shape it.
Any shape you like is fine—hearts, stars, and more.
Before the clay dries, use glue to attach beads and sequins and press them in lightly.
If you set up the environment so children can easily turn their ideas into forms, they’ll be able to focus and engage.
Attach a magnet to the back and add a message card, and it’s done! They’ll likely display it in a spot they see every day, like the refrigerator.
