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I want to decorate in summer! Handmade garland ideas

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When summer comes, you can’t help wanting to decorate with cool, refreshing interiors to take the edge off the heat.

In this article, we’re introducing ideas for handmade summer garlands! A garland is a string-like decoration that’s popular as a wall ornament.

These days, it’s also a staple for birthday decorations.

We’ll share lots of ideas that capture the feeling of summer—using seasonal materials like shells and starfish, as well as motifs inspired by summer flavors and events—so feel free to use them as a reference and give them a try.

Ideas for Handmade Garlands to Display in Summer (11–20)

ice cream

When it comes to foods perfect for a hot summer, ice cream is the winner! Let’s make a garland inspired by everyone’s favorite treat, ice cream.

There are so many kinds—ice cream bars, soft serve, cup ice cream, and more.

Each has its own charm, and it’s fun whether you line up matching shapes or mix different ones at random.

Cut white construction paper into ice cream shapes and paint them with watercolors to enjoy the soft, blended effect—that’s a great touch.

It’s perfect for summer parties, events, or even refreshing your room decor, so have fun making it!

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starfish

A star-shaped and romantic sea creature, the starfish.

This garland lets you enjoy a cool, breezy vibe even in the heat of summer.

Its simple color palette blends naturally into your room’s decor, which is part of its charm! Since real starfish can be hard to obtain, you can make them with construction paper, cardboard, felt, or shells and materials from 100-yen shops.

Combine starfish with shells or other sea creatures to create a more glamorous look—give it a try! You can also have fun with variations, like swapping the string for rope or threading beads onto the string.

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Dried Flowers & Fruits

[DIY] Natural Dried Flower Garland 🌿 / Dried Flower Garland

Dried Flowers & Fruits

If you want to give your room a natural vibe for summer, how about a garland made with dried flowers and dried fruit? Garlands with a natural feel blend easily into your decor, so they’re sure to be useful not only in summer but all year round.

Prepare your favorite materials: glue several pieces of fruit together, make a hole at the top, and thread through some jute twine; for the flowers, bundle a few stems together with jute twine.

To finish, fix wooden clips onto the jute twine and decorate with each material—that’s it! It’s easy to make by hand yet looks very stylish.

For dried fruit, it’s best to use it as an accent rather than hanging a lot of pieces.

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macrame tassel

[Beginner Macramé] Easy and Stylish Way to Make a Macramé Tassel Garland / Macramé Tassel Garland Tutorial

macrame tassel

Macrame has firmly established itself as an interior decor staple—you often see stylish homes on social media adorned with macrame tapestries.

Here’s an idea that uses macrame to make tassels and turn them into a garland.

Macrame might sound difficult and make you want to give up, but if you take your time and follow a video, you’ll be fine.

Just tie a few square knots to secure it, then comb out the ends to complete a macrame tassel.

Make it in a single color for a chic look, or go colorful for a fun, summery finish.

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Tanabata decoration streamers garland

[Elderly Recreation] Easy Tanabata Streamer Garland Decoration

Tanabata decoration streamers garland

This tanzaku streamer garland is perfect for Tanabata decorations on July 7.

Let’s adapt the streamer, one of the traditional Tanabata ornaments, into a room decoration! Make the streamers by cutting slits into tissue paper.

For the stars, fold washi-patterned origami, cut out star shapes, and crease them to give a three-dimensional finish.

Combine these two parts to create multiple streamers.

You can also switch up the chiyogami patterns and streamer colors for a colorful look! It will work not only as interior decor but also as decorations for Tanabata events.

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Driftwood and Shells

How to make a “Summer Garland” for a refreshing in-store summer display

Driftwood and Shells

A refreshing garland that practically lets you hear the sound of summer waves.

It’s perfect for changing the mood of a room or decorating your entryway! You can find driftwood, shells, and sea glass at home improvement stores, craft shops, or even 100-yen stores, so be sure to check them out.

Just drill holes in the driftwood to thread a cord through, and glue on the shells and sea glass—so simple, yet it creates a luxurious look.

You can hang it as a garland, or arrange it as a display accent—either way, it’s lovely.

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Want to decorate for summer? Handmade garland ideas (21–30)

Reusable! Triangle Garland

A triangular garland that instantly brightens up a room when hung indoors.

Make it by cutting construction paper into triangles.

Punch two holes in each triangle and thread a string through them.

If threading is difficult, try wrapping tape around the end of the string to stiffen it—this makes it easier to pass through the holes.

Using colored construction paper or patterned paper like polka dots or stripes will make an adorable garland.

It’ll be perfect not only for graduation ceremonies but also for many other events.

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