[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 (21–30)
SUMMER Garland
This SUMMER garland will instantly brighten up any room with a lively vibe! It’s also great as a wall decoration at home or in senior care facilities, so give it a try.
First, attach a half-cut piece of brown origami paper to the center of a yellow-toned sheet.
Make two identical pieces, accordion-fold each one, and connect them.
While folded, round off both ends with scissors, tie a string at the center, open it into a circle, and secure the two seams with clips or glue—and you’re done! You can also have fun customizing it by adding not only sunflower blooms but also leaves and other summery motifs.
Simple summer craft: goldfish wind chime
The summer-perfect craft “Goldfish Wind Chime” is a cool, refreshing activity that even seniors can enjoy.
Cut out the bottom of a round cheese box to make a frame, attach a card case from a 100-yen shop to the inside, and add clear stones or small artificial flowers to create a goldfish-bowl-like, translucent finish.
Adding goldfish decorative stickers instantly brings a summery vibe.
With many steps that use the hands and fingers, the fingertip stimulation can activate the brain and may help prevent cognitive decline.
It’s a highly seasonal piece, perfect for indoor summer recreation.
straw hat
A wall display that practically echoes with the cheerful voices of children! Here’s a straw hat craft idea.
Straw hats are a summertime staple for outings, aren’t they? Many of us probably wore one as kids while catching bugs or going on trips.
This time, let’s decorate them together with sunflowers, the quintessential summer bloom.
You’ll need origami paper, glue, a craft knife, scissors, a pen, and a template.
The key tip is to crinkle the origami paper to add texture and create a charming, realistic look!
Fireworks paper cutting
When you watch fireworks, many of you probably feel your daily fatigue just blow away.
The loud booms echo alongside the beautiful silhouettes floating in the night sky, giving you an indescribable sense of exhilaration.
This time, let’s express those fireworks as paper cutouts.
All you need is origami paper and scissors.
Simply fold the paper and make a few cuts to create the fireworks silhouettes.
Paste them onto construction paper, and you’ll have a lovely fireworks scene.
Hang it on the wall, and it becomes a perfect piece to enjoy the summer.
Wind Chime Market: Wind Chimes and Morning Glories
A summer tradition! Here are ideas for wind chimes and morning glories inspired by a Wind Chime Market.
When summer arrives, you can hear that gentle “chirin” sound from somewhere, can’t you? Many people find charm in wind chimes swaying in the breeze.
This time, just like the name “Wind Chime Market,” let’s make and display wind chimes and morning glories in various patterns and colors.
What you’ll need: origami paper, chiyogami (patterned paper), colored construction paper, paper tape, glue, a craft knife, bamboo skewers, a pencil, scissors, double-sided tape, and templates.
You can choose the difficulty level to suit your participants, so feel free to give it a try.
Sunflowers and blue sky
A wall display that feels like a refreshing summer! Here are ideas with sunflowers and blue skies.
When you think of summer flowers, many people probably imagine sunflowers.
This time, let’s make sunflowers blooming energetically under a blue sky.
What you’ll need: origami paper, scissors, a craft knife, a pencil, bamboo skewers, craft glue, paste/glue stick, and templates.
When making them, focus on the flower’s center—it’s the key detail—so take extra care there.
For the white clouds floating in the blue sky, adjust the number as you go to get a nice balance.
Rubbing dyeing of morning glories
Here’s an idea for a senior-friendly summer art project that lets you enjoy the natural patterns and gentle color bleeding of leaves and flowers: “Morning Glory Rubbing Dye.” Place leaves or flowers on a sheet of paper, cover them with another sheet, and gently rub over the top with your fingertips to transfer the colors.
Morning glory petals, in particular, have beautifully delicate hues that result in a uniquely nuanced finish characteristic of rubbing dye.
Cut out the dyed patterns, paste them onto drawing paper, and frame them to create a cool, elegant piece.
Using natural materials engages the senses and evokes the changing seasons.
It’s a calming summer craft that offers both the fun of dyeing and the beauty of the finished work.