I want to decorate in summer! Handmade garland ideas
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.
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Want to decorate for summer? Handmade garland ideas (21–30)
cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)
Make it with yarn! Here are some cherry-themed ideas.
When you think of cherries, you get a cute image, right? If you want a bright and pop look, a cherry garland could be just the thing.
For the cherry fruits, you can cut yarn into round shapes, and finish the stems and leaves with felt to give it a warm feel.
You can also add small, cute flowers made from the same felt or yarn as accents to complete a lovely garland.
hibiscus
A garland made with summer flowers! Here are some hibiscus ideas.
What flowers come to mind when you think of summer? This time, let’s try making a garland using real hibiscus.
It seems you can finish it easily by simply threading string through the hibiscus! If you’re worried about how long it will last, try arranging it with artificial flowers instead.
Red and pink blossoms are beautiful, but changing up the colors can also transform the vibe and make it fun, right? Definitely give it a try.
Handmade Garland Ideas for Summer Decor (31–40)
summer vegetables
Finish with a chic look in a calm tone! Here are some ideas using summer vegetables.
Summer brings an abundance of seasonal produce.
This time, let’s turn those seasonal veggies into a stylish garland for decoration.
You’ll need colored construction paper, glue, wooden clips, string, scissors, a ruler, and so on.
In the video, it shows how to make tomatoes, eggplants, cucumbers, and bell peppers.
Summer vegetables are lovely, but it could also be fun to get creative and add fruits as well.
Give it a try!
wind chime
Delicate and beautiful! Here are some wind chime ideas.
The handmade feel and the ability to customize them are so appealing.
This time, let’s try making a wind chime with embroidery thread.
You’ll need embroidery thread, a size 3 crochet hook, embroidery scissors, an embroidery needle, beads, head pins (9-pin), and so on.
The finished wind chime is adorable, and its vibrant colors are sure to lift your spirits.
It’s also fun how changing the color combinations can completely transform the look of the piece.
Easy with origami! Translucent garland
With translucent origami paper, you can easily make stylish interior decor items.
One especially recommended idea is a translucent garland.
First, fold summer-themed motifs using the translucent paper.
Alternatively, using a stapler to make pinwheels is also lovely.
Once they’re ready, thread them onto a string to create the garland.
You can line them up horizontally or connect them vertically—both are great options.
Adjust the arrangement to suit the space where you’ll display it.
ground cherry (Japanese lantern plant)
Hozuki (Chinese lantern plants) have long been beloved as potted plants and dried flowers.
Their vivid orange hue is distinctive and lets you enjoy the seasons! How about using hozuki to make a stylish, atmospheric garland? We recommend crafting it with dried hozuki or skeletonized hozuki.
It may take a bit of effort, but that effort will make you even more attached to the finished garland! Combining not only hozuki but also seasonal flowers and greenery will give it an even more natural feel.
In conclusion
How did you like these ideas for handmade garlands for summer? Did you find any that make you want to give them a try? Materials you don’t usually come across, like driftwood and seashells, are available from online shops and even 100-yen stores, so feel free to look for them.
Let your summer imagination run wild and create some lovely decor!