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Useful in care facilities! Ideas for autumn wall decorations

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As the summer heat begins to ease, some of you might be starting to think about autumn-themed wall decorations.

In this article, we introduce ideas perfect for fall wall displays, so feel free to use them as inspiration.

From autumn leaves and red dragonflies to seasonal treats like persimmons and chestnuts, you’ll find plenty of ideas you can use for your displays.

Of course, staff at facilities can make them, but the simple ideas that can be completed in a short time are also great for creating together with users while having fun.

Be sure to look for your favorite ideas!

Useful in care facilities! Ideas for autumn wall decorations (101–110)

Paper Halloween decorations

Easy paper Halloween decorations with a stapler (with audio commentary)

Paper Halloween decorations

Here’s a Halloween decoration you can make with construction paper.

The method is simple! Just crease or roll paper strips and staple them together.

You can create lots of Halloween-themed decorations like pumpkins, ghosts, bats, and moons.

You can thread each one with string to hang individually, or make a cute garland.

Having a sample on hand might make it easier for older adults to craft, too.

If you’re looking for an easy decoration to make, give this a try!

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Chrysanthemum Flower Wall Decoration

[Autumn Craft] November Chrysanthemum Wall Decoration Made with Origami [Activity for Seniors]

Chrysanthemum Flower Wall Decoration

Chrysanthemums are one of the most popular flowers in Japan.

In autumn, you’ll see them even more often, with chrysanthemum exhibitions being held.

How about turning those lovely chrysanthemums into a wall decoration? You can make one by cutting and pasting origami paper, tissue paper, or washi, so it should be easy for seniors to try as well.

You can curl the tips of the petals with a bamboo skewer to add movement, and arranging chrysanthemums in various sizes can look beautiful too.

Use a colored shikishi board as the base and enjoy displaying it on the wall.

It would also make a delightful gift for friends or family.

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Persimmons and maple leaves

[Craft Idea] Persimmons and Maple Leaves (November, Autumn) (Wall Decoration) (Activities for Seniors, Day Service, Occupational Therapy OT, Childcare) (3D Origami) (DIY Origami) (Original/Creative)

Persimmons and maple leaves

Here’s an idea for a wall decoration that combines persimmons and autumn leaves—classic symbols of fall flavors.

The key is to create a sense of depth, which can make even a plain wall look vibrant and colorful.

Because there are many steps that use fine motor skills—like cutting and pasting origami paper and crumpling it up—this is a great project for large groups in day-service craft activities.

Adding firm creases to the maple leaves and persimmon leaves easily gives them a three-dimensional look, so be sure to give it a try.

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3D origami cosmos flower

[Craft Idea] Cosmos (Sep–Oct) (Wall Decorations) (Activities for Seniors / Occupational Therapy / Early Childhood Education) (Origami) (Original Design) (DIY Papercraft) (Flower Crafts)

3D origami cosmos flower

Cosmos, a flower that represents autumn, is simple and cute when you look at each blossom individually.

But a field covered in blooming cosmos is truly overwhelming and spectacular, isn’t it? How about recreating that cosmos field by scattering three-dimensional cosmos flowers all over a wall? You can make the cosmos flowers by cutting folded origami paper; by leaving the base intact and cutting away part of it, you create a gluing tab, resulting in flowers with a three-dimensional look.

For the leaves and stems, use the technique of detailed paper-cutting with fine-tipped scissors, and be careful not to overcut.

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Grape wall decoration

[Easy Craft with Construction Paper & Origami] I Tried Making a Grape Wall Decoration! Fruit Free Printable Template

Grape wall decoration

For cute character decorations with a grape motif, pay attention to the choice of base colors and the placement of the facial features.

If the grape motif isn’t clear from the outline alone, adding shadows to the grapes can create a sense of depth and make it more recognizable.

Also, creating bases in different colors and arranging them together can effectively convey a bountiful autumn harvest and a lively atmosphere.

For the backgrounds where each character will be placed, choose bright colors like green so that the grape purple stands out.

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