[For Senior Care Facilities] Easy and Beautiful! Morning Glory Origami
Sudden question, but do you know when morning glories bloom? We tend to picture them flowering during the rainy season through summer—around July and August.
However, morning glories can be early-blooming or late-blooming depending on the variety.
Some late-blooming types are said to keep flowering until around November.
You can enjoy morning glories in full bloom for a long stretch of the year.
So this time, we’ll share some ideas for “morning glory origami.” We’ve gathered projects with simple steps and arrangement pieces that make use of origami morning glories.
They’re great to make together with seniors during craft recreation, and it would also be lovely for staff to make them and decorate the facility! Trivia about the season when morning glories bloom could also spark lively conversation.
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[For senior facilities] Easy and beautiful! Morning glory origami (1–10)
potted morning glory
Here’s an introduction to making a realistic potted morning glory using origami and craft wire.
The finished piece can be displayed in a facility or in a senior’s room! When seniors see a piece they worked hard on displayed in their room, they may grow more attached to the facility.
Through this morning glory craft, we hope they’ll feel lively and positive each day.
Of course, gifting the finished piece is wonderful as well.
There are a few fine details involved, but with staff support, please have fun making it together.
Morning glory vessel ornament
Introducing a “Morning Glory Bowl Decoration” that also serves as interior decor for your room.
The morning glory made with two sheets of origami has a three-dimensional shape, making it perfect for displaying in a bowl.
The bowl is also made of origami, and the key is to use a thicker type of paper.
First, crease the origami, then fold it into the shape of a bowl.
Although the steps are detailed, dexterous seniors may enjoy making it.
Adding leaves and vines to the origami morning glory makes it look even more like a floral arrangement.
You can also arrange various origami flowers in the bowl for a lovely effect.
Trellis and morning glory wreath
How about a wreath decorated with origami morning glories and a lattice wall? Although the origami morning glory has a delicate look, it’s made from a single sheet of paper.
By rounding the folded corners with a bamboo skewer, you can recreate softly curved petals.
Origami engages the mind while moving the hands skillfully, which can help stimulate the brain.
With simple steps—attaching parts like the lattice, leaves, and tendrils in addition to the morning glory—it’s a project that’s easy for older adults to try.
The finished piece can be taken home or displayed at the facility.
[For Senior Care Facilities] Easy and Beautiful! Morning Glory Origami (11–20)
Morning glory leaves and vines made with origami
This project combines not only morning glory flowers but also leaves and vines.
By carefully layering parts like flowers and leaves—crafted with clever reverse folds—you can aim for a three-dimensional, soft look.
While the flowers and leaves tend to stand out, paying close attention to the length and shape of the vines will further enhance the beauty of the morning glory.
Create the flowers and leaves with reverse folds for a three-dimensional effect, then decorate them with vines made by twisting thinly cut strips of origami paper using a simple process.
It’s also recommended to consider how the vines overlap and finish them as if they’re wrapping around other decorations.
Morning glory message card
These morning glory message cards are sure to delight anyone you give them to—people who have helped you, family, friends, and more! They’re also a great idea to include in craft activities at day service centers.
They can be effective for finger rehabilitation and dementia prevention for older adults, too.
How about making a morning glory that uses just a single sheet of origami, so it’s easy for seniors to create? A flat type is perfect for attaching to a card.
If you have time, you can also make leaves and vines and decorate the card with them.
Authentic morning glory made with five sheets of origami
Let’s make a beautiful three-dimensional morning glory! You’ll use five sheets of origami to create one bloom, so the difficulty may be a bit high.
Make five parts, then assemble and glue them together.
To prevent the glue from coming off, it’s a good idea to hold the pieces in place with clips or clothespins as you work.
For the finishing touch, slightly fold the rim to give the morning glory a 3D look.
You can also change the size of the sheets to make morning glories in different sizes—give it a try!
Morning glory in origami kirie (paper-cut art)
This is a simple craft where you fold an origami sheet into a small shape, cut along a curved line, and then unfold it to reveal a morning glory shape.
For morning glories, the star-like form at the center is important, so the folding steps are key to making it appear well.
The fine reverse folds may seem tricky, but it’s just a repetition of straight folds—proceed by checking which line to align with each time.
Since the finished piece has a star-shaped hole, you might place white paper behind it to make the pattern stand out.