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[Childcare] Fun to Make! Recommended Craft Ideas for Spring

[Childcare] Fun to Make! Recommended Craft Ideas for Spring

Last updated:2026/2/19

20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.
9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherShibata Risa
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

In spring, with new admissions and moving up to the next class, you can see children in all sorts of states—excited, nervous, and everything in between.

Many teachers are probably hoping that the children will come to enjoy their days at the preschool/kindergarten.

So this time, we’re sharing craft ideas perfect for spring.

We’ve gathered plenty of motifs that evoke the season—like cherry blossoms, tulips, and ladybugs—as well as ideas you can use for events such as Easter and Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day).

Decorate various areas to wrap your room in a spring atmosphere, and the children are sure to feel cozy and smile!

Give them a try.

Note: Since the things the children make are treated as “artworks,” we refer to them as “seisaku (制作)” in the text.

[Childcare] Fun to make! Recommended craft ideas for spring (1–10)

Dandelion candy holderNEW!

[Origami Original] Dandelion: 1 sheet (leaf) Confectionery box / origami box / small accessory case

Dandelion candy holderNEW!

Here’s an origami idea for a cute candy holder inspired by dandelions.

It’s practical and perfect for small gifts.

Fold the paper into a triangle, divide it into three sections, then pull forward and fold to create leaf shapes.

Open the base into a square and pull along the diagonals to form a neat box shape—that’s the key.

Use a strip of masking tape wrapped around to represent the stem and bring the whole design together.

Handy for small snacks or trinkets.

It looks fun and is a recommended arrangement for everyone from kids to adults.

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Also great for walls! A cherry blossom made with 5 sheets of origamiNEW!

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Also great for walls! A cherry blossom made with 5 sheets of origamiNEW!

Let’s make a cherry blossom using five sheets of origami.

Prepare five sheets of origami paper and start folding.

First, fold the paper into a triangle once; the key for the second triangle fold is to offset the tip slightly as you fold.

Fold up the side where the paper is not fluttering, and fold the opposite side to match the crease.

It’s also recommended to use glue to hold it in place so it doesn’t spread open.

Make five pieces in the same way, combine them, and finish as a single cherry blossom.

Using different colors of origami to create a variety of colorful cherry blossoms is also cute.

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A box of dandelion flowers and fluffNEW!

How to fold and make an origami dandelion flower and seed head box | Origami Flower and Seed Head Dandelion Box Tutorial (niceno1)

A box of dandelion flowers and fluffNEW!

This is a box-shaped dandelion you can decorate and enjoy, adorned with flowers and fluff.

Its stylish design makes it a striking interior accent.

Use four sheets of origami: some for the flowers and some for the box.

For the box origami, turn it face down and crease the fold lines neatly.

Fold the other side the same way, glue it, and form the box shape.

Make the dandelions with a slitted sheet and a thin strip of paper, then attach them to all four sides of the box and connect them to finish.

Arranging the petals—slit and spread—creates a vibrant look.

It’s a display-worthy craft that children and adults can enjoy together.

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Make it with paper cutting! Dandelion fluffNEW!

[Origami] Kirigami Flowers (20) Dandelion Fluff 🌸 Dandelion fluff

Make it with paper cutting! Dandelion fluffNEW!

Here’s a gentle, paper-cutting idea that captures the soft, airy spread of dandelion fluff.

Prepare origami paper, scissors, and a pencil.

Fold the origami paper in half twice, then fold it again into a triangle.

Open and align the layers so they fan outward, sketch the dandelion seed design, and cut carefully.

The key to a neat finish is to take your time with the fine details.

When you gently unfold it, a radiating pattern appears, revealing delicate fluff.

It’s a project that’s fun to open and see, recommended for both kids and adults.

Display it by a window to let the light shine through and make it even more beautiful.

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If you make it larger, it can go on the wall too! Dandelion origamiNEW!

Easy 3D paper dandelion craft (with voice-over)! How about making this spring flower around March or April? [Tsukuru-mon]

If you make it larger, it can go on the wall too! Dandelion origamiNEW!

Make it larger and you’ll have a showy dandelion that works as a wall decoration.

Cut origami paper to create petals and glue them in place while shaping them.

Increasing the number of petals adds more volume.

Draw patterns on a rectangular piece of origami paper, cut it out, and use it to represent grass.

By layering and connecting additional petals, you’ll achieve a three-dimensional finish.

Varying the colors and sizes will instantly brighten up a space—an idea enjoyable for both kids and adults.

It can also be used as a seasonal display.

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Fun to roll! Dandelion origamiNEW!

[Crafting with Kids] How to Make a Dandelion Using Only Origami ♪ [How to make Dandelion from origami]

Fun to roll! Dandelion origamiNEW!

This is a voluminous dandelion origami made by rolling strips.

The petals spread out radially, giving a glamorous look.

Fold the origami paper in half and cut it, then fold each piece in half again.

Apply glue to the edge, join to form a ring, and make fine 5 mm cuts to create the petals.

Roll another piece of paper to make the stem, and fold and snip it to finish the leaves.

Wrap the petals around the stem and fluff them out for added dimension—it also works well as interior decor.

Combining yellow and orange will make it even more vibrant.

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How to make a 3D dandelionNEW!

[Origami] How to make a 3D dandelion | How to make an Origami Dandelion flower.

How to make a 3D dandelionNEW!

Here’s an idea for a softly rounded, three-dimensional dandelion finished by curling it up.

One of its charms is that it can be made with simple materials.

Fold a sheet of origami paper in half, make fine cuts, then roll it up tightly.

Fold another piece of origami into a diamond shape and open it outward to create the base for the petals.

Apply glue to attach them, and gently spread the petals to complete a three-dimensional flower.

Using different shades of yellow makes it even more vibrant.

The instructions are easy to follow, making it a project that people of all ages can enjoy together.

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