Wind chimes are one of the quintessential symbols of summer, and their cool, tinkling “chirin-chirin” sound is so appealing.
Typically, they have a hemispherical glass body with a glass rod hanging by a string, and they ring when the wind blows.
Making one by hand can be quite challenging, but there are ways to craft wind chimes using familiar materials!
In this article, I’ll share wind chime-making ideas recommended for older adults.
They’re perfect for craft recreation activities in care facilities.
However, some ideas include steps that are a bit complex or require strength, so please have facility staff provide support as needed.
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[For Seniors] Decorate your windowsill: Handmade wind chime ideas (1–10)
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.
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.
Wind chime of a goldfish bowl
Goldfish bowls are something nostalgic for many seniors.
Some of you may remember buying goldfish at summer festivals when you were little and keeping them at home.
Goldfish have a way of evoking the feeling of summer and bringing comfort.
This time, we’re introducing a wind chime craft with a goldfish bowl motif.
Fasten a paper band and place a clear plastic cup inside it.
Amazingly, you can make the goldfish simply by coloring straws red and sticking them together.
It’s an easy project that only involves cutting and pasting, so even those who aren’t confident in crafting will find it easy to try.
Wind chime decorations made with thread
Wind chimes are a uniquely Japanese symbol of summer, aren’t they? Just gazing at them makes you feel the season’s arrival.
How about making your own wind chime by hand? This time, I’ll introduce a very simple handmade wind chime you can create.
First, inflate a balloon and wrap thread around it.
Then harden it with glue and let it dry.
Add decorations as you like, and in no time it’s finished.
You’ll have a one-of-a-kind wind chime that exists nowhere else in the world! Hang it by the window, and you’ll feel the essence of summer.
Wind chime made with hemp twine
Hemp twine is a natural material that feels gentle and rustic to the touch.
For older adults, its texture is calming, easy to familiarize with, and often evokes a sense of nostalgia.
We’ll make a wind chime using this hemp twine.
First, cut slits in a paper cup and wrap the hemp twine around it.
Even at this stage, it has plenty of charm—for example, it can be used as a small container.
To finish it as a wind chime, thread a strip of paper (tanzaku) and a bell and attach them.
A hemp-twine wind chime has a natural look that fits well in any room, whether Japanese or Western in style.
Its understated beauty and refined feel make it a design that older adults also tend to appreciate.
Stained-glass-style wind chime made with transparent origami
If you want a wind chime that’s enjoyable even just to look at, a stained-glass-style wind chime is a great choice.
As we age, some people find it harder to hear sounds.
Even for those folks, this stained-glass look lets you fully savor the refined beauty of summer, thanks to its vibrant appearance.
It’s also very easy to make: simply stick transparent origami onto a clear plastic cup! You’ll end up with a wind chime that looks high-end, as if you bought it at a store.
The way it appears changes with the light, gently stimulating the senses and helping you enjoy a calm, soothing moment.
Goldfish wind chime
@mamekibi07 [How to make it] This is a super easy summer craft! A cool-looking but silent ‘Goldfish Wind Chime.’ You can make it really easily—just gather materials from the 100-yen shop and the supermarket. Try making it when you’re bored at the end of summer vacation. It can even count as a homework craft project!#100-yen shop DIYHow-to videoWith childrenSummer Vacation CraftGoldfish BowlWind 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.