[For Seniors] March Origami: Ideas to Brighten Your Room with Seasonal Flowers and Events

How to fold a glamorous kimono

Origami Hina Dolls: How to Fold Elegant Kimonos [With Audio Commentary]—Hinamatsuri with Origami

Here’s a vibrant kimono folding method that’s sure to shine for Hinamatsuri.

It might be a bit challenging, but it’s also great for fine motor training for seniors—so why not give it a try? By layering two sheets of origami—one for the outside and one for the inside—you can create a realistic kimono look! Also, make the hakama and the face separately with origami and combine them.

The basic kimono folding steps are the same for both the Empress (Ohinasama) and the Emperor (Odairisama), so have fun arranging them by changing the colors of the paper.

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Hinamatsuri wreath

Easy way to make an origami hina doll wreath 3 – Origami Japanese kimono doll wreath tutorial (niceno1)

This article introduces how to fold a wreath for displaying Hina dolls.

These days, many households display only the Emperor and Empress due to limited space, but if you use origami, you can also enjoy displaying the three court ladies and the five musicians.

Prepare both solid-colored and patterned origami paper, then make the parts one by one.

Once the parts are ready, assemble them so the colors and patterns alternate.

Attach one sheet of origami to the back, and your wreath is complete.

Make the Emperor and Empress or the three court ladies and display them together.

By changing the colors and patterns of the origami you use, as well as the motifs you attach, this piece can be adapted for many different occasions.

Please make the most of it!

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Bee

[Origami] Easy and Cute Bee Folding Tutorial / Origami Bee Honeybee Insect Spring Origami

As a motif that evokes spring, many people think of bees.

Bees alighting on beautiful flowers and sipping nectar are creatures that symbolize spring.

When you make flowers for a wall decoration, why not create some cute bees to display alongside them? They’re adorable and really help enhance the flowers.

Prepare yellow, black, and white origami paper, and start by making the face.

Next, make and attach the body, wings, and antennae.

Finally, draw the face and add patterns on the body to finish.

Origami uses fine finger movements, making it perfect for hand exercises and rehabilitation.

Enjoy making cute bees together with older adults.

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Three-dimensional dandelion

Introducing how to make 3D dandelion flowers using origami! Perfect as spring decorations for March and April—why not make some and hang them on your wall? [Tsukuru-mon]

Dandelions, flowers that herald the arrival of spring.

Having their bright color in your room lifts the atmosphere, doesn’t it? This time, we’ll show you how to make a three-dimensional dandelion out of origami.

First, let’s make the flower.

Cut a yellow sheet of origami paper into four pieces, fold each piece in half, snip fringe cuts, and then roll it up.

Gently fluff it with your fingertips to create that dandelion texture.

Next, use green origami paper to make the stem, sepals, and leaves.

Since it involves fine motor work like folding and cutting, it’s also suitable as an occupational therapy activity in senior care facilities.

Choose any color you like for the frame.

Roll and connect the origami pieces to complete it.

Once you stick them on while checking the overall balance, your one-of-a-kind wall decoration is done.

Give it a try!

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Kusudama making with origami

Kusudama Origami: Introducing an easy trick [Kusudama] Origami

When you look at an origami kusudama, you can’t help but be captivated by its beautiful form, can you? Among older adults, there are surely people who want to fold kusudama or who simply enjoy making them.

Kusudama often feature bright colors and shapes that seem difficult to create.

That’s because they use many parts made from multiple sheets of origami paper.

When making the parts, folding several sheets together at once may make the process easier.

The key is to fold even the finer sections in batches.

Try creating a wonderful piece together with older adults in whatever way is easiest to fold.

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ladybug

[Made with a single sheet of origami] Easy and cute ladybug folding method ◇ Origami Ladybug, red insect ◇

A popular origami piece that evokes the arrival of spring is the ladybug.

It’s easy to make with a single sheet of paper, so even seniors can enjoy it with confidence.

Its rounded shape and the cute contrast of red and black make it perfect for seasonal decorations.

The steps are simple, yet using the fingertips provides brain stimulation and hand exercise, making it effective for rehabilitation as well.

Display the finished ladybugs together with cherry blossoms and other flowers to create a bright, cheerful spring scene.

It’s a recommended craft that will instantly lift your spirits.

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Sakura mochi

[Spring Origami] Easy and Cute Sakura Mochi Folding / Origami Sakura Mochi

When it comes to spring wagashi, sakuramochi is the classic choice, isn’t it? This time, we’re introducing an idea to express this charming seasonal treat with origami.

Make the mochi portion with pink origami paper, then wrap it with a leaf made from green origami paper, and you’ll have a sakuramochi that looks just like the real thing.

The steps are simple, making it easy and enjoyable even for older adults.

The fine hand movements involved can also help stimulate the brain and support rehabilitation.

The finished pieces are perfect as spring decorations and can be used to create a seasonal wall display.

It’s origami that’s delightful to look at and soothing to make.

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