Immerse your seniors in this therapeutic and creative aged care activity with a brilliant trick: A great flower arranging idea in aged care! All you need is a vase, a crochet doily, a large elastic band to hold the doily on the top of the vase. Add water first, then poke the cut flowers through the hole in the lace doily.
This simple method instantly solves the challenge of arranging flowers by making the doily’s holes an easy-to-use grid. This removes the frustration of stems flopping over and makes the activity highly accessible and rewarding, allowing seniors to express their creativity with ease.
Materials Needed:
- A Vase: Any vase with a wide opening works best.
- A Crochet Doily: A medium-sized lace or crochet doily that is larger than the vase opening.
- A Large Elastic Band (or Yarn/Ribbon): To secure the doily in place.
- Cut Flowers: A selection of fresh, trimmed flowers and greenery.
Step-by-Step Guide:
Follow our streamlined guide for a smooth, enjoyable, and successful flower arranging session:
Step 1: Add Water and Cover the Vase
Fill the vase with water. Lay the crochet doily centered directly over the opening, covering the top edge.
Step 2: Secure the Doily Grid
Secure the doily tightly around the neck of the vase using a large elastic band. This creates the firm, helpful grid of holes.
Step 3: Insert and Arrange Flowers
Gently poke each flower stem through one of the holes in the doily. Use the holes to guide the placement and space out the stems evenly for a balanced look.
Video demonstration
Embrace Relaxation and Creativity
The finished arrangements look beautiful and perfectly balanced, giving your seniors a wonderful sense of accomplishment and pride. They can now enjoy the therapeutic benefit of fresh flowers and the simple joy of creating something beautiful themselves!
