[For Senior Daycare Centers] Ideas for Summer Take-Home Crafts

An ornament of a morning glory and a watering can

[Summer Craft] Morning Glory and Watering Can Ornament

Here’s a recommended idea for a summer craft to make at a day service center: “Morning Glories and a Watering Can” ornaments.

Create the morning glories using double-sided origami paper and washi (thin calligraphy paper) for a colorful yet gentle finish.

For the pot, edge a paper cup with paper cord and add paper-straw supports to give it a three-dimensional look.

The watering can uses a kitchen paper or toilet paper roll for the body, with a paper straw inserted as the spout.

Since all the materials are paper, it’s safe to make.

The finished piece is a cheerful work that also makes a delightful summer interior decoration.

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Summer wall decoration

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Wall decorations that capture the feeling of summer are appealing because you can arrange them with vibrant materials.

Attach paper straws to both ends of a sheet of origami paper to create a sturdy base.

Place another piece of origami paper in a small plastic bag, then freely add stickers and beads inside.

By combining colorful pieces, you can express a lively, festive sense of summer.

Once you’ve finished the decorative piece, attach it to the base and thread a string through to complete it.

Hang it on the wall to instantly brighten the room and enjoy the season’s atmosphere.

The simple steps make it easy for older adults to do without strain, so it’s also recommended for summer events.

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goldfish ornament

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Here’s an idea for a summer take-home craft to make at day services: “Goldfish Decorations.” Shaping goldfish from red or orange tissue paper is great for finger movement and rehabilitation.

Place the finished pieces in clear wrapping bags and use blue or light blue cellophane to represent water for a cool, seasonal look.

Display them by a window to let the light create a summery atmosphere—your families will love them.

It’s a fun, soothing project.

Give it a try!

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A lifelike sunflower made with origami

A realistic sunflower made from origami. Budget-friendly handmade craft. Use-what-you-have crafting [paper flower] [sunflower] [origami] [DIY]

Why not try making a sunflower out of origami that looks just like the real thing? All you need are yellow and brown origami paper, wire, tissue paper, and green floral tape.

First, cut the yellow origami into four equal squares and shape them into petals.

Next, cut the brown origami into thin strips and make fine slits along them.

Roll up the brown strips to create the sunflower’s center, then glue the petals onto a backing and attach the center to form the flower head.

Wrap tissue paper and green tape around the wire to make the stem, attach the flower, and you’ll have a sunflower that looks just like the real thing.

It’s full of summer charm, making it perfect as a gift or for room decor.

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Pseudo stained glass

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Let’s make a cool and refreshing faux stained glass.

Real stained glass uses glass, but for our faux version we’ll use aluminum foil and a photo frame.

First, draw your favorite picture in color on the transparent film of the photo frame.

On the backing board side of the frame, spread out a piece of crumpled aluminum foil and attach it.

Place your drawing on the backing, fit everything into the frame, and you’ll have a sparkling, beautiful piece that looks like stained glass! The aluminum foil creates that shimmering stained-glass vibe.

Try drawing a summery picture and give it a go!

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Goldfish suncatcher

[How to Make] [Easy DIY] We’ll make a summery, translucent ‘Goldfish Suncatcher.’

Here’s a recommended idea for a summer craft to make at a day service: the “Goldfish Suncatcher.” Goldfish made with transparent acrylic parts catch the light and sparkle, creating a cool, refreshing atmosphere.

By reusing an empty cheese box as the base, it’s easy, eco-friendly, and very stable.

Although it uses familiar materials, the finished piece looks highly polished.

The detailed finger work is also effective for fine-motor rehabilitation.

Participants can take their creations home and enjoy displaying this seasonally themed craft.

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Goldfish wind chime

[How-To Video] How to Make an Easy Summer Craft: “Goldfish Wind Chimes”

A wind chime that brings a cool breeze in the hot summer.

Let’s make one with a goldfish design! A recommended method uses a round cheese box and a clear plastic sheet.

Take just the rim of the cheese box and decorate it with colored washi paper or similar materials.

Cut a clear sheet to fit the rim and stick on goldfish stickers and other decorative stickers.

Once that’s done, combine it with the rim and attach a string and a paper strip (tanzaku) to finish! If you add a small bell to the tanzaku, you’ll have a wind chime that makes sound.

You can also try other methods, such as cutting a plastic bottle into small pieces or using a capsule from a gashapon machine and drawing goldfish on it.

Give it a try and make your favorite style!

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