[Childcare] Strawberry craft ideas to enjoy in spring
Many people probably think of strawberries as one of the motifs for spring crafts.
Since strawberries are a classic fruit that children love, they’re likely to be naturally interested in the motif itself.
In this article, we’ll introduce strawberry craft ideas using a variety of materials and expressive methods.
Choose ideas that suit children’s interests and developmental stages.
Also, don’t forget to set up the environment so children can express themselves freely.
Because the pieces children make are treated as artworks, the term is written as “seisaku” (制作) in the text.
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[Childcare] Strawberry craft ideas to enjoy in spring (11–20)
A strawberry you can make with a basic folding method
Enjoy the different shapes that appear with different folding methods! Here are some strawberry ideas you can make with basic folds.
What you’ll need: two sheets of red origami paper, a backing sheet of construction paper, glue or double-sided tape, and crayons or colored pencils.
Origami is fascinating because you can use various folding techniques to create detailed, delicate pieces.
But even those delicate works start with the basics! This idea is recommended because it lets you learn basic triangular and square folds.
It also seems like good practice for matching your folds to the features of the motif you want to create!
Strawberry Pocket
Carry snacks and small items with you! Here are some ideas for a strawberry pocket.
All you need is red or pink origami paper and crayons or colored pencils.
The front features a cute strawberry with a leafy top, while the back is a pouch-style pocket—such a unique idea.
It’s perfect for yourself or as a small gift for someone.
Some of the folding steps are a bit tricky, so it’s best to work on it together with a parent or teacher.
Give it a try and have fun making it!
strawberry paper bag
Create your very own original paper bag! Here are some ideas for strawberry-themed paper bags.
What you’ll need: a kraft paper bag, origami paper, googly-eye stickers, white round stickers, glue or double-sided tape.
Many of you may want to preserve children’s ideas and designs like works of art, or even turn them into usable goods.
Let’s easily make an original bag.
The method is simply tearing origami paper and sticking it on.
It’s simple, yet full of character, and will make for a special craft.
Strawberry cake
Perfect for birthdays and events! Here are some ideas for a strawberry cake.
All you need is red origami paper.
Lots of kids love strawberry shortcake, right? Some children might only get to eat it on special occasions like birthdays or events.
Let’s try making a strawberry cake full of those memories with origami.
You can draw seeds with pens, stickers, or colored pencils, and have fun customizing it by decorating with ribbons and stickers.
strawberry tray
It’s exciting that you can make this with just one sheet of origami paper! Let me introduce an idea for a strawberry tray.
All you need to prepare is red or pink origami paper.
Make a cute tray with a strawberry motif and try putting your favorite small items or snacks in it! Some parts of the process are a bit complex, but once you master them, you can apply the techniques to various folds, so it’s a good idea to try it together with friends, guardians, or teachers.
If you color the leafy top with crayons or colored pencils, it will look even nicer!
Plump, rolled-up strawberry
Three-dimensional and fun! Here’s an idea for making plump, rolled strawberries.
You’ll need red origami or washi paper cut into half-circles, green paper cut into calyx (leaf-top) shapes, glue or double-sided tape, and a black crayon or pen.
It’s a great idea for when making flat strawberries feels boring.
Draw seed patterns on the half-circle paper, roll it into a cone, attach the calyx-shaped paper, and you’ve got a three-dimensional strawberry!
[Childcare] Strawberry craft ideas to enjoy in spring (21–30)
Square Strawberry
Perfect for early spring when children have just entered the 3-year-old class! Here’s a fun idea for making square strawberries.
You’ll need red or pink origami paper, green crayons or colored pencils, and black crayons or colored pencils.
Some children may feel intimidated by complicated origami folds.
First, let’s enjoy folding and playing with origami together with parents or teachers in a relaxed, fun way! This idea has few steps, is simple and easy to follow, and is great as a starting point for origami.
Give it a try together!