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Morning glories, which bloom with vivid colors, are said to have been brought to Japan from the Chinese mainland during the Nara period.
The first morning glories introduced were reportedly all blue, but today they bloom not only in blue, but also in purple, white, pink, and bicolor varieties.
The charm of crafting morning glories lies, above all, in being able to make them in your favorite colors.
Gazing at a handmade morning glory crafted in colors you love can give you a sense of accomplishment and happiness.
With their long history, morning glories are also familiar flowers for older adults.
Many may have memories of growing them in their home gardens, or of children or grandchildren bringing home the morning glories they raised at elementary school over summer vacation.
Why not try creating handmade pieces while sharing these joyful memories with one another?
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[For Seniors] Morning Glory Crafts: Introducing Fun-to-Make and Fun-to-Look-At Projects (1–10)
Morning glories and goldfish ornaments
We’d like to introduce a summer craft that offers both depth and a refreshing feel: a “Morning Glory and Goldfish Ornament.” Line the inside of a box with paper bands and lay light blue washi paper to create a small pond.
Set a straw upright in the center as a support.
For the flowers, cut coffee filters into circles, color them with paint, let them dry, and stick them on; the bleeding colors create a soft, gentle look.
Make the goldfish from straws and construction paper and attach them to bring the waterside to life.
It’s cool to look at and fun to make—a piece that captures the essence of summer in the palm of your hand.
Ironed pressed flowers – Morning Glory
We’d like to introduce a summer craft that even seniors can enjoy: Morning Glory Iron-Pressed Flowers, which preserve the beauty of morning glories just as they are in the morning.
Wrap picked morning glory petals and leaves in kitchen paper, then press a low-temperature iron over them to quickly create vibrant pressed flowers.
Because their natural colors remain, the results are both brilliant and delicate.
The finished pressed flowers can be used for bookmarks, cards, wall decorations, and more.
Handling the flowers gently during the process pleasantly stimulates concentration and fingertip sensitivity.
It’s a charming craft that lets you preserve summer memories exactly as they are.
How to fold an origami morning glory
Morning glories made by folding origami are a classic, senior-friendly craft that engages the hands while letting you enjoy colors and shapes.
Using purple or blue origami paper, you simply fold and open to create a softly rounded, spring-like form.
For the finishing touch, cut white origami paper into a star shape and paste it in the center to highlight the morning glory look.
The completed flowers can be displayed in a row on the wall or used as hanging decorations, offering plenty of ways to enjoy them.
This seasonal recreation lets you fold, look at, and decorate with a nostalgic summer flower.
An ornament of a morning glory and a watering can
The “Morning Glory and Watering Can Ornament” is a three-dimensional craft that’s popular among seniors because it can be made with familiar materials.
Wrap paper twine or paper straws around a paper cup to create a flowerpot, then insert origami morning glory flowers and leaves to give it a dimensional finish.
For the watering can, use a paper towel roll or similar tube, and attach a spout made from a paper straw to complete it.
The charming morning glories paired with the handmade watering can create a warm piece that evokes a scene from a summer garden.
It’s a recreational activity that not only lets you enjoy making and displaying the craft, but also engages your fingertips and evokes the season, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment.
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.
Morning glory wreath
Here’s an idea for a seasonal, handmade decoration for older adults that captures the colors of summer: a Morning Glory Wreath.
Make the wreath base by connecting strips of brown origami paper into a circle, then add morning glory flowers and buds using pink and blue origami paper.
Cut leaves and vines from green origami paper and paste them on while checking the overall balance to finish.
This all-paper project is easy to start, and it’s fun to play with color schemes and shapes, giving a sense of accomplishment with each completed piece.
Display it in a room to spread a summery atmosphere—an uplifting decoration that brightens the mood every time you see it.
A heartwarming craft that cherishes the spirit of the season.
Morning-glory swaying wall decoration
The “Swaying Morning Glory Wall Decoration” is a summer craft for older adults that brings both coolness and color.
Cut round shapes from morning glory-colored origami to make the flowers, then cut white origami into star shapes and layer them in the center as a pattern.
Prepare a construction paper base for hanging, attach the flowers and leaves, and finish by suspending it with string.
The gently swaying morning glories look refreshingly cool and bring a summery scene indoors.
It’s a craft that’s enjoyable both to make and to display, refreshing both mind and mood while feeling the season.
Give it a try!