For Seniors: Wall Decorations to Brighten Up February — Festive Ideas for Setsubun, Valentine’s Day, Plum Blossoms, and More
February wall decorations are a hands-on way to feel close to seasonal events like Setsubun and Valentine’s Day.
You can roll paper to make an ogre’s hair, or use a bamboo mat to craft realistic ehomaki sushi decorations.
As your hands are busy, the moments when lively conversations blossom about fun memories from February will surely be the most heartwarming of all.
This time, we’re sharing ideas for February-specific creations—from cute wreaths to Japanese-style ornaments.
Enjoy the fun of making and the joy of displaying while engaging your fingertips to stimulate the brain.
How about brightening up a senior facility or your home with wall art that evokes the coming of spring?
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[For Seniors] Wall Decorations to Color February: Festive Ideas for Setsubun, Valentine’s Day, Plum Blossoms, and More (41–50)
Realistic demon decoration
Speaking of Setsubun, it’s the custom of driving away scary ogres and evil spirits by throwing beans, isn’t it? Many older adults probably do bean-throwing at home for Setsubun as well.
Here’s a recommended February craft: a realistic ogre decoration.
Try using crumpled red or blue tissue paper for the ogre’s face—it will create a rugged, craggy look.
If you also attach Japanese-patterned paper to the backing, it will perfectly match the traditional image of Setsubun.
Older adults may even enjoy reminiscing about their Setsubun memories while working on the craft.
[For Seniors] Wall Decorations to Brighten February: Festive Ideas for Setsubun, Valentine’s Day, Plum Blossoms, and More (51–60)
Hanging plum ornaments made of origami
Do you know the language of plum blossoms? Words like elegance and patience are said to come from the way they stand tall and bloom beautifully during the harsh cold.
Let’s make decorations perfect for February wall displays using plum blossoms as the theme.
We’ll fold origami and trim the excess with scissors.
You can also use a hole punch to create a different style of plum blossom.
You can put them directly on the wall, or connect two types of plum blossoms and hang them as a garland—both look lovely.
Seeing these plum blossom decorations will likely help older adults feel the arrival of spring.
Heart paper fan
A simple-to-make yet impactful paper fan.
How about arranging it into a heart shape for Valentine’s Day and decorating the wall? It’s also great for making together with seniors at a day service—everyone can have fun and get lively! Folding oval-cut paper into an accordion is good finger exercise, too.
By the way, the finer you fold the accordion, the smoother the heart will look! It’s easy, so make lots and brighten up the wall.
Hina doll display
As we move past the middle of February, don’t you sometimes feel the first signs of spring even in the lingering cold? It’s also the perfect time to start making decorations for the upcoming Hinamatsuri (Doll’s Festival).
Here is a Hina display that’s perfect for celebrating the Peach Festival.
Attach origami Emperor and Empress dolls to a sheet of construction paper folded in an accordion style.
The accordion fold turns the backing into a fan-like base, giving it a luxurious look.
Adding paper peach blossoms and pine needles will make the piece even more charming.
Older adults are likely to enjoy creating such a bright, festive craft as well.
As you make the Hina decorations, some people may find themselves recalling past Hinamatsuri celebrations.
Heart pattern
Heart garlands are a lovely craft that can be enjoyed together with seniors.
Using brightly colored construction paper and making them with our hands is great fun, and the joy when they’re finished is exceptional.
Sharing folding tips and brainstorming ideas as we go will surely spark lively conversation.
The feel of folding paper is pleasant and stimulates the senses.
It’s also wonderful to reminisce while looking at the completed hearts.
The sense of accomplishment from creating them together will surely become a memorable and heartwarming experience.
Wreath with peach blossoms and Hina dolls
Wreaths are said to carry meanings of warding off evil, wishing for a good harvest, and bringing happiness.
One of the nice things about wreaths is that, because they’re circular, you can enjoy arranging them any way you like.
So this time, we’re introducing an easy-to-make wreath that’s perfect for February.
Using a paper plate for the wreath ring makes it simple.
Cut a circle out of the center of the plate to make a donut shape, then wrap it all the way around with plastic raffia tape.
Next, use origami or white paper to make the Emperor and Empress dolls.
Make peach blossoms out of origami as well and attach them to the paper plate wreath.
While creating this cute craft, you’ll be using your fingers a lot.
It’s a fun activity that can stimulate the brain and may help prevent cognitive decline.
Heart garland
A simple yet eye-catching “heart garland” that’s sure to spark conversations like, “How did you make it?” It’s perfect for anyone looking for an easy and elegant Valentine’s decoration! Just cut origami paper into long, narrow strips, curl them with scissors to shape them into hearts, and link them together—done! By changing how you shape them, you can create heart decorations with a different look and feel.
If cutting narrow strips sounds tedious, you can use paper tape instead, so give it a try!