[For Seniors] August Wall Decoration Idea Collection
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.
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[For Seniors] August Wall Decoration Ideas (131–140)
A simple three-dimensional morning glory
This is a morning glory made from a single sheet of origami, cleverly using reverse folds and other techniques to create a three-dimensional, soft appearance.
Not only does it look good from the front, but the base is also shaped solidly like a real flower, making it easy to incorporate into decorations.
You cut the edge of the folded paper, then unfold it and fold it again while making use of the white on the back.
Because there are many fine reverse folds, the whole piece tends to wrinkle, but intentionally adding wrinkles is also recommended to achieve a softer-looking morning glory.
Paper cup fireworks
Fireworks made with paper cups are a classic summer craft that even older adults can easily enjoy.
Cut several vertical slits along the side of the cup and gently flare them outward to create the look of an opening firework.
Draw patterns on the bottom of the cup with colored pencils or crayons to give it your own original firework design.
You can glue the finished firework onto black construction paper to depict it bursting in the night sky.
By changing the angles of the slits and the colors you use, you can create a variety of fireworks, which broadens the scope for creativity.
The hands-on process of planning colors and shapes helps stimulate the brain, and once completed, the craft also works well as a seasonal wall decoration.
It’s a recommended activity that lets you easily enjoy a hallmark of summer indoors.
Ornamental display of Orihime and Hikoboshi
These Orihime and Hikoboshi tabletop decorations are perfect for Tanabata and are a gentle, enjoyable seasonal craft for seniors.
Fold a toilet paper tube in half, then cut two rings about 3 cm wide.
Place a small, balled-up tissue inside each ring as a core and secure it with a rubber band to create a plump body.
Decorate over it with origami paper or lace as if dressing them in kimonos to evoke the look of Orihime and Hikoboshi.
Finally, make facial features from origami or similar paper and attach them to finish.
Simply lining them up on a desk or shelf adds a touch of the season.
As you work with your fingertips, memories and Tanabata-themed conversations naturally flow, making it a delightful craft to enjoy.
firework ball
Let’s make a firework ball that can be used as room decor, an accent by the window or entryway, or even as a hanging ornament! With fireworks as the motif, it’s perfect for summer decorations.
First, cut both black origami paper and colored origami paper into circles.
Fold the black paper, draw the firework pattern, and cut it out.
Next, paste the black paper onto the colored paper.
Make a total of six identical pieces! Finally, apply glue to each semicircle, attach them one by one, and attach a string before closing the last side to finish.
Make lots to create a curtain-like display, or connect a few together for a lovely look!
Cute translucent plastic cup aquarium
These cute, cool-looking translucent plastic cup crafts are perfect for summer and are an easy idea for seniors to try.
By placing two layers of blue cellophane or transparent origami inside a clear plastic cup, you can create a water-like transparent effect.
Cut masking tape—first stuck onto baking paper—into shapes like fish or jellyfish, and stick them on the inside of a separate cup.
Finally, stack the cups, and you’ll have a clever mechanism that makes the creatures inside look like they’re moving.
It engages fine motor skills while letting you enjoy colors and shapes, stimulating creativity and offering an easy way to feel the season.
It’s also a big plus that it can be done indoors without strain, even on hot days.
Melon wall decoration
One of the fruits that are in season in August is melon.
So how about making a melon as an August craft? First, prepare white copy paper and green construction paper, and crumple them into a ball using hand strength.
Once the construction paper is crumpled, open it up, apply glue to the back, and stick it over the copy paper as a cover.
Now you’ve made the base of the melon.
Next, paste thin strips of white paper on top to resemble the melon’s pattern, and attach a stem at the end to finish.
Some older adults may find it difficult to apply hand strength as they wish.
With this activity, they can enjoy it like a game while also working on functional improvement.
In conclusion
August brings summer vacation when children are off from school, as well as many events and activities. Older adults may look back on past memories and share stories from those days. Feeling the season, some people might also come up with things they want to do this summer. If it’s something that can be done at the facility, it might be nice to support them and do it together—it could be enjoyable as a recreational activity too.