Recommended November craft ideas for day service centers

Origami: Persimmon

[Autumn Origami] Easy and Cute Persimmon Folding Method / Decoration, Food, Fruit — Origami Persimmon

Seasonal pictures and decorations posted in kindergarten and elementary school hallways are now commonly seen in supermarkets and convenience stores, too—and of course in facilities and community centers where seniors gather.

So why not make autumn fruits and plants with origami? Unlike simply putting up drawings or posters, it adds a three-dimensional, festive touch.

There are plenty of tutorial videos that teach origami, so be sure to use them as a reference.

How about starting with a classic autumn persimmon? With orange and green paper, you’ll find it surprisingly easy to fold!

origami chestnut burr

[Craft Idea] Chestnut in its burr (November, autumn) (wall decoration) (senior recreation, occupational therapy OT, day service, childcare) (creative 3D craft) (origami) (origami DIY papercraft)

Let’s recreate chestnuts that bear fruit in the deepening autumn—complete with their spiky burrs—using origami.

Fold an origami sheet, cut it into thin strips, then cut those strips into triangles to make individual spikes and glue them onto a circular base.

Shape the spiked base by pressing down the center so it forms a shallow nest that can hold objects; that completes the burr.

For the chestnut itself, cover a crumpled ball of paper with two shades of brown origami paper.

Make firm wrinkles in the paper to create an uneven, three-dimensional texture—that’s the key to making it look realistic.

With fine cuts and paper-crumpling motions, it’s a craft where fingertip dexterity really matters, isn’t it?

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Pressed maple leaf bookmark

Since there’s nothing to do in winter, I tried making pressed-leaf bookmarks from free autumn leaves.

What I’d love for you to make this season—often called the “autumn for reading”—is a maple leaf bookmark.

You can easily craft it using leaves you find in a park or along a walking path.

First, lay a tissue on top of a notebook and arrange the maple leaves you picked up.

Place another tissue over them, close the notebook, and put a weight on top.

After letting it sit for about two days, arrange the leaves on the bookmark to decide the layout.

Finally, cover it with clear tape and trim off the excess, and you’re done.

Give this autumn-inspired project a try and enjoy the seasonal feel!

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Wreath of nuts and berries

Easy DIY Acorn Wreath: Designer Shares How to Make It

Let’s make a wreath brimming with autumn vibes, with tree nuts as the star.

Arrange pinecones, acorns, and other nuts evenly on a vine wreath base and glue them in place.

Once attached, fill the gaps with white or green moss, add a jute string for hanging, and you’re done.

A nut-only design is wonderfully autumnal on its own, but adding moss or berry accents brings in color and makes the wreath even more festive.

It’s easy—just line them up and stick them on—so gather everyone and enjoy creating unique, personalized wreaths!

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Pinecone Hedgehog

Let's try making a hedgehog out of a pine cone!

Let’s make a hedgehog using pinecones you find on the ground in autumn parks and along walking paths! First, attach some paper clay from the bag to the bottom of the pinecone.

Use a brush or similar tool to draw the eyes, then extend the tip of the clay to form the nose.

Next, attach the feet pieces and adjust the shape, and you’re done.

It’s an easy, three-dimensional craft, so it’s great even for people who don’t usually do crafting.

Capture the hedgehog’s features and finish it as a piece you can be proud of!

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Persimmons and maple leaves

[Craft Idea] Persimmons and Maple Leaves (November, Autumn) (Wall Decoration) (Activities for Seniors, Day Service, Occupational Therapy OT, Childcare) (3D Origami) (DIY Origami) (Original/Creative)

Here’s an idea for a wall decoration that combines persimmons and maple leaves, both classic tastes and symbols of autumn.

The key is to create a sense of depth, which can make even a plain wall look vivid and colorful.

Since the process involves plenty of fine motor work—cutting and pasting origami paper, crumpling it into balls, and more—it’s a great project for large groups in day-service craft activities.

By firmly creasing the maple leaves and persimmon leaves, you can easily add a three-dimensional effect, so be sure to give it a try!

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Sweet potato made of resin clay

I tried making a sweet potato out of Daiso resin clay ♡ Fake food

Let’s make miniature sweet potatoes using polymer clay.

Knead yellow and red acrylic paint into the clay to color it and form the potato flesh.

For the skin, knead in red and blue, then roll it out to a thin sheet about 1–2 mm thick.

Wrap the pre-made flesh with the skin and shape it.

Use a toothpick to draw patterns and press in small dents to create a bumpy texture, then let it dry.

Your tiny sweet potatoes are done! Once they are completely dry, try cutting them with a craft knife—you’ll see a realistic cross-section of the potato.

It’s an easy craft that you can keep enjoying even after it’s finished.

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