[For Seniors] Autumn Origami to Enjoy in October
October brings a real chill in the air, but it’s also a season full of delicious foods and plenty of unique autumn pleasures.
Many senior care facilities incorporate origami as a recreational activity that also helps train fine motor skills.
How about folding or making origami inspired by themes related to October?
In this article, we share ideas for enjoying origami that features flowers, seasonal scenes, and foods representative of autumn and perfect for October.
Even if you can’t go out for Halloween or to see the fall foliage, you can lift your spirits indoors by enjoying origami!
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[For Seniors] Autumn Origami to Enjoy in October (21–30)
Halloween ghost
In October, we have Halloween, right? Some senior care facilities may also hold Halloween events.
So, let’s try making an October calendar decorated with origami Halloween ghosts.
We’ll fold origami to make ghosts.
And when it comes to Halloween, pumpkins are also an important item.
With a single sheet of origami paper, we’ll fold a ghost holding a pumpkin.
If you use orange origami paper, you can make a pumpkin Jack-o’-lantern.
The orange side becomes the pumpkin, and the white side completes the ghost.
For seniors who may not be familiar with Halloween, try making the calendar while sharing some fun Halloween trivia.
Bagworm Origami
Let us introduce an autumn-themed “bagworm origami.” Use brown, orange, and yellow origami paper to make three parts and assemble them.
Patterned paper also creates a unique and cute finish.
The fine folds help promote finger dexterity and concentration.
Stick round stickers on at the end to make eyes, and you’ll have a bagworm with a rich expression.
Display several in a row to add a warm autumn accent to a calendar.
It’s a craft that lets you feel the season indoors.
[For Seniors] Autumn Origami to Enjoy in October (31–40)
paper cutout of a red spider lily
The autumn equinoctial week, known as Aki no Ohigan, spans the three days before and after the autumnal equinox.
During this period, it is customary to visit graves, clean household altars, and make offerings.
Among older adults, some make a point of visiting graves every year without fail.
With that in mind, how about a calendar featuring spider lilies (higanbana), which are at their best from the Ohigan season through around October? Fold origami paper first, then cut it into the shape of spider lilies.
Some of the cutting requires fine detail, but when you unfold the paper, you can create a delicate spider lily design.
Roasted sweet potatoes and sweet potatoes
Here are some ideas for a “Roasted Sweet Potato and Sweet Potato” craft that captures the joy of autumn flavors.
Make a sweet potato with purple origami, and insert yellow origami inside to create the look of a freshly split roasted sweet potato.
By getting creative with how you show the cross-section, you can spark the imagination, and the hands-on work also helps with fine motor skills.
You can add autumn touches, like a backdrop of colorful leaves, for extra seasonal charm.
It’s a warm, cozy calendar craft that’s fun to make, lovely to display, and looks delicious.
Fallen leaf origami
Here’s an idea for “fallen leaf origami” that lets you feel the deepening of autumn.
Accordion-fold red, brown, yellow, and other colored origami papers, then shape them into leaves to add a three-dimensional look.
Tearing the edges or intentionally missing small sections creates a natural, realistic texture.
Use several finished leaves to decorate a calendar, and the result will have a warm, autumnal feel—like fallen leaves piled on the ground.
The activity also promotes finger dexterity, making it perfect for crafts with older adults.
witch’s hat
Here’s an idea featuring a “witch’s hat,” perfect for making an autumn Halloween calendar.
Use black or purple origami paper and fold it into a triangle to give it a three-dimensional look for a cute finish.
Add decorations like pumpkins, ribbons, or black cats to show the maker’s personality.
The folding process helps develop fine motor skills and can also improve concentration.
It’s easy for older adults to try and enjoy without strain, making it a playful, seasonally themed activity that’s great for calendar crafting.
fallen leaves
We’d like to introduce a “fallen leaves” idea that looks as if an autumn scene has been projected straight onto your calendar.
By cutting red, orange, and yellow origami paper and then accordion-folding it, you can create three-dimensional, lifelike leaves.
Scatter them as if they’re fluttering down onto construction paper, and you’ll have a piece brimming with autumn charm.
The folding and cutting work also helps with finger dexterity and concentration, and experimenting with colors and shapes makes creating a warm, personalized calendar even more enjoyable.
It’s a recommended craft that lets you feel the season as you work.