[For Seniors] Enjoy Cherry Blossoms Indoors: Wall Decoration Ideas

Sakura Paper Cutout

Kimie Gangi March wall decoration: using cherry blossom cut paper #ORIGAMI #beautiful #sakura #SAKURA #DIY #luxurious #34 types of cherry blossom cut paper

Do you know the paper-cutting artist Kanako Yaguchi? How should I put it—her kirigami pieces are fun to look at, beautiful to display, and make you marvel, “Is this all paper cutting?” If you’re curious, definitely look her up.

Here, we’re introducing a sakura (cherry blossom) kirigami project.

Even if you’ve never tried kirigami before, don’t worry—there are motifs that beginners can tackle with ease.

When you bring together each individual piece, they can become a striking wall decoration, so invite lots of friends and enjoy a wonderful time together!

cherry blossoms in full bloom

Easy paper cherry blossom wall decoration: let's make it and display it! #crafts #handmade

What comes to mind when you think of spring? If you’re a fan of parties, perhaps cherry-blossom viewing pops into your head.

In that case, here’s a way to enjoy hanami even on rainy days: decorate a wall with a cascade of cherry blossoms to create the atmosphere indoors.

For the basic tree trunk, it’s best to make it thick using something like cardboard.

For the leaves and flowers, don’t just stick them on flat—try making them three-dimensional, like origami.

The wall decoration will brighten up the space around it.

There are several ways to fold the flowers, so try searching video sites for tutorials!

Balloon cherry blossoms

[Wall Decorations] Easy with Origami Cherry Blossoms! How to Make “Balloon Sakura” – Spring Craft for Preschools, Recreation for Elderly Care, Paper Craft

Not only the sight of a cherry tree in bloom, but also the way the wind blows and petals dance in the air really makes you feel the arrival of spring.

This decoration captures that scene—hot-air balloons flying amid falling cherry blossoms—with an appealing sense of depth and festivity.

To form the balloon’s rounded part, cut paper into rectangles and assemble them in layers with slight offsets; by adjusting the angles of the layers, you create a three-dimensional bulge.

Attach cherry blossoms to this piece, add a basket underneath, scatter petals around, and it’s complete.

It’s also fun to choose balloon colors that match the cherry blossom hues and to plan other accents that help the balloon stand out.

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Full-bloom cherry blossoms made with tissue paper

Easy cherry blossom decoration made with tissue paper (with audio commentary)

Here’s a craft made with tissue paper that looks like fully bloomed double-flowered cherry blossoms.

Accordion-fold the tissue paper and tie the center with a plastic string.

A key tip is to split the ends of the plastic string; the frayed ends will stand in for the stamens and pistils of the cherry blossom.

Cut the tips of the accordion fold as well, then fan it out and shape it.

This will let you express the many layered petals of a double cherry blossom.

The plump, rounded blossoms are likely to delight older adults, too.

If you also make a cherry tree and decorate it with the double blossoms, you can enjoy a hanami atmosphere indoors.

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Cherry blossom decoration made of paper

Easy Cherry Blossom Paper Decorations with a Stapler (with audio commentary)

We’d like to introduce a cherry blossom craft that’s perfect as a mobile part, gently swaying indoors when hung with a string.

Prepare several sheets of construction paper cut into long, narrow rectangles.

Fold the paper and staple the ends to create cherry blossoms.

Older adults might recall past events while making these, too.

Conversations may liven up with memories of cherry-blossom viewing and stories from cherry blossom season.

Making many and decorating a wall to form a large cherry tree would also be lovely.

Try various arrangements and enjoy creating your own cherry blossom pieces.

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Sakura Kusudama

How to make an origami sakura (cherry blossom) kusudama / How to make Origami [Sakura Ball]

Here’s a sakura kusudama that’s also great for a spring craft activity.

Cherry blossoms are at their best from March to April.

Seasonal flower crafts can help older adults feel the changing seasons.

There are various ways to make a sakura kusudama with origami.

It might be fun to look for a design you’d like to make together with older adults.

Many origami petals are quite delicate in their construction.

For older adults who enjoy origami, this could be a project they can create while having fun.

Once it’s finished, adding a pearl to the center of the cherry blossoms or attaching streamers will make it look even more beautiful.

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Hanging ornaments

[Easy ✨ Origami] Temari Hanging Decoration 🎎 with Plum and Cherry Blossoms 🌸 [Hinamatsuri] Just Cut and Paste 💕 100-Yen Shop • Japanese Chiyogami

We’d like to introduce a lovely spring hanging decoration that gently sways in the breeze.

You can make it with just origami paper and string, so it’s perfect for craft activities in senior care facilities.

Prepare both solid-colored and patterned origami paper, cut three circles of each, and fold them in half.

Glue the solid and patterned halves alternately, attach them to a string, and your temari ball is finished.

Next, fold three sheets of origami paper in half vertically, stack and glue them together, then draw a pencil outline so it forms a cherry blossom shape and cut it out.

When you open it, you’ll have a symmetrical flower.

Snip small cuts into the petals to make it look like a sakura blossom, then attach it to the string to complete the piece.

Gazing at your hanging decoration while feeling the warm spring breeze is sure to bring a peaceful moment.

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