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[For Seniors] August Wall Decoration Idea Collection

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August is still in the height of the heat.

Many quintessential summer events, such as fireworks festivals, beach outings, and summer fairs, are held during this time.

We’d love for older adults—who often find it difficult to go out—to feel the season as well.

So this time, we’re sharing ideas for August wall decorations.

Seeing summer-themed decorations inside the facility may evoke memories, such as time spent with family in the past, and could serve as a form of reminiscence therapy.

Some older adults lead days with few changes and may find it hard to sense the seasons.

By feeling summer through seasonal decorations and recalling enjoyable events and activities from the past, it may help improve quality of life.

Try brightening up your facility with wall decorations that evoke the image of summer.

[For Seniors] August Wall Decoration Ideas (91–100)

Pastel Art: Water Balloons

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Pastel Art: Water Balloons

In July, as summer gradually hits its stride, you can’t help but crave something cool to take the edge off the heat.

This piece suggests drawing water balloons with pastels—something that feels refreshing while still capturing quintessential summer scenes like festivals.

Cut paper into the shapes you want, layer them over a backing sheet, and apply shaved pastel over the cutouts to create a soft, gentle-colored illustration.

The key is to use bright colors for the water balloons and cool, blue-based tones for the background to evoke a sense of coolness.

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Goldfish wind chime

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Goldfish are deeply associated with festival stalls, summer festivals, and nostalgic memories of summers in the countryside.

For older adults, they evoke a strong sense of nostalgia.

Adding goldfish motifs to wind chimes can bring back fond memories and warm the heart.

You can easily make these goldfish wind chimes at home with items from a 100-yen shop.

Creating the goldfish is super simple—just stick on the decals.

Add cute stickers or beads as you like to make it even more charming.

The goldfish design has a refreshing feel, making it a must-have item for the hot summer.

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[For Seniors] Collection of Wall Decoration Ideas for August (101–110)

Wind chime sun catcher

Suncatchers that sparkle in the sunlight create tiny rainbows and reflections around the room, lifting your spirits.

The visual stimulation can also help prevent depression and reduce stress.

Let’s try making a suncatcher by hand! Prepare tissue paper and cut it into circular shapes.

Attach them to a template shaped like a wind chime.

Make a small strip (tanzaku) from origami paper and stick it to the wind chime, and you’re done in no time.

If you add a bell with a subtle touch, it will create a pleasant, soothing effect.

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Wind chime made with 100-yen shop origami

[Easy✨ 100-yen shop origami] How to make a wind chime 🎐 Summer wall decoration [Quick and easy] Instantly boosts a stylish, refreshing vibe!

Wind chime made with 100-yen shop origami

Doesn’t making a wind chime by hand seem kind of difficult? For seniors who feel that way, we recommend wind chimes you can make with origami.

All you need to do is fold and cut the paper, and it’s done in no time.

There are many patterns of origami paper, so try making one with your favorite design.

From papers that give a refreshing feel to ones that add a touch of brilliance, the options are wide-ranging.

Create a wind chime that suits your taste and enjoy spending time at home in the summer.

Your usual summer days will become even more fun.

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sunflower wall decoration

[Elderly Recreation] Sunflower Wall Decoration [Easy]

sunflower wall decoration

Sunflowers are one of the flowers that symbolize summer, aren’t they? Seeing sunflowers blooming on a hot day can make you feel energized.

Let’s make a wall decoration with a sunflower motif.

Using crinkled crepe sheets to create the sunflowers gives the piece a nice textured look.

Fold and cut the crepe sheets to make the sunflower petals.

We’ll form the center by crumpling tissue paper, and here’s a fun method: put the crumpled tissue paper into a plastic bottle cap for the center, or press the tissue crumpled with the cap.

This leaves a round imprint on the tissue, adding a nice accent to the sunflower’s center.

Glue the sunflower onto a backing sheet, place it on a stand made from a disposable chopstick, and it’s complete.

It’s a lovely piece that seniors can take home and display in their homes.

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Watermelon wind chime

Cute! How to make an origami watermelon wind chime (wind)

Watermelon wind chime

Wind chimes are a hallmark of summer.

This time, we’re introducing an idea for making a watermelon wind chime out of origami.

Please note that you’ll need origami paper that’s colored on both sides.

First, crease the paper vertically, horizontally, and diagonally so the center becomes the apex, then add the creases again.

Insert a piece of white paper to represent the rind and flesh, and while using the creases as guides, shift the paper sideways as you fold.

Once you’ve formed the watermelon shape, use a pen to draw seed patterns.

Thread a string through and attach a strip of paper to finish.

Display it by a window to feel the arrival of summer.

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Wind chime made with Japanese-style origami

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Wind chime made with Japanese-style origami

Don’t wind chimes seem difficult to make? Surprisingly, you can easily create a gorgeous wind chime using just construction paper and origami paper.

This time, let’s make a wind chime with traditional Japanese-style origami.

First, cut the patterned origami into circular shapes and attach them together.

If you follow the steps, you can decorate it with a cute cherry blossom pattern.

It looks charming and exudes a classic elegance, so displaying it by the window will give a bright, festive impression.

It also makes a wonderful gift for seniors, and they’re sure to love it.

Enjoy a wind chime so full of seasonal charm, it will blow away the summer heat.

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