[Day Service] Craft Ideas for Seniors to Make in October

Autumn Foliage Mobile

[Autumn Craft] Easy ♪ How to Make a Fall Foliage Mobile [Ashitaba Channel]

With the arrival of autumn, how about enjoying a handmade fall foliage mobile? Simply cut origami paper into maple leaves and string them together! You can also subtly combine three or four origami leaves to make a 3D effect.

Plus, adding Halloween motifs could make it perfect for Halloween events, too! By experiencing the sense of accomplishment that comes with making things by hand, we hope older adults can discover their own potential.

Seasonal crafts can also be a great opportunity to recall rich emotions.

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Simple! Cute apple

[Autumn Origami] Easy and Cute Apple Decoration / Food Fruit Origami Craft – Origami Apple

Here’s how to make cute apples that are perfect as autumn objets! You can make them with just a toilet paper roll and origami, so it’s also great for fall craft activities at day service centers.

First, cut the toilet paper roll in half and make slits at the top and bottom.

At this point, make finer slits at the bottom, and fold the slits at the top inward.

Next, crumple a sheet of origami paper and then open it back up, and wrap it around the roll with the inward-folded side facing down.

Shape it into a round form, and finish by inserting a branch and leaf made from origami.

Done! Try it in your favorite colors like red, yellow, or yellow-green.

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Ginkgo wall decoration

Introducing how to make ginkgo wall decorations out of paper! Perfect for October–November autumn decor! You can make them with origami and construction paper [Tsukuru-mon]

How about a wall decoration featuring ginkgo leaves that evokes the spirit of autumn? Try expressing the rich colors of the season! We’ll lay out ginkgo leaves made by cutting origami paper as the main elements.

Combining leaves of various sizes adds movement to the composition.

You can also create a poetic atmosphere by adding tree branches or a moon.

This craft lets older adults enjoy the seasonal feeling, so it’s also recommended for day-service recreational activities.

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Maple Lantern

Now, let’s light up the long autumn nights. Momiji Lanterns.

How about making a lantern with a maple-leaf pattern to illuminate the clear, beautiful autumn night sky? First, cut off the top and bottom of a milk carton, open it up, and remove the centers of all four panels.

Next, cover the cutout sections with washi paper.

Then, paste on origami cut into maple-leaf shapes, reassemble the milk carton, and the lantern’s body is complete! Finally, place a small light inside, and the washi will create a soft, warm glow.

Try dimming the lights a little and enjoy this gentle light alongside the moonlight on a long autumn night.

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Cosmos decorations made of paper tape

Making cosmos with paper tape · Autumn wall decor · Easy because it's paper tape · Can be made beautifully · Wall decoration · Cosmos ❤︎ DIY/tutorial/How to make cosmos/paper tape ❤︎ #680

Cosmos flowers are often mentioned as iconic autumn plants, aren’t they? Written as “autumn cherry blossoms” in kanji, cosmos are known for their delicate, cherry blossom–like pale pink color.

Let’s try making cosmos using paper tape! It’s great for making in large groups, so why not include it in a craft activity at your day service? Prepare plenty of paper tape pieces cut with pinking shears, combine four pieces, staple the center to fix them, and place a yellow round sticker in the middle—one cosmos flower is complete! You can easily make leaves using pipe cleaners.

Let’s all work together to fill the autumn wall display with cosmos!

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Maple leaf ornament featuring a folding fan motif

Autumn decorations: How to make maple leaves. Introducing how to create a stand-up ornament using origami with a fan motif! [Tsukuru Mon]

This is a maple-leaf ornament inspired by a folding fan that instantly brings autumn colors to your entryway or living room.

First, cut origami paper to make maple leaves.

If smaller origami is hard to work with, feel free to use larger sheets.

Next, roll several pieces of origami into sticks, arrange them into a fan shape, and secure them.

Finally, arrange the paper-made branches and maple leaves, and you’re done! You can also make a stand for the fan out of origami, so be sure to craft one and display your fan.

Choose your favorite color palette to show off your personality!

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Tissue-paper hedgehog

Hedgehog wall decoration made with tissue paper – great for pretend barbershop play too. Perfect for autumn crafts (art projects) for toddlers, elementary school kids, after-school programs, and senior recreation.

This is a cute hedgehog craft made with tissue paper! Stack several sheets of tissue paper, fold them in an accordion, tie the center with a pipe cleaner or string, then make fine cuts at both ends and fluff it out.

Next, cut construction paper into a hedgehog shape, glue on the tissue paper, add a round sticker for the eye, and you’re done! Try changing the color combinations of the tissue paper or making different sizes, too.

If you want to use it as a wall decoration, creating mushrooms and fallen leaves from origami to display together will enhance the autumn atmosphere even more.

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