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July is the season for fun events like Tanabata and fireworks festivals.
Many people also think of flowers that bloom gloriously in July, such as sunflowers and Chinese lantern plants (hozuki).
As we age, our sensitivity to temperature tends to dull, making it harder to feel the heat.
Since July leads us into the height of summer, why not try some origami activities indoors where it’s cool? Creating pieces that are perfect for July is a fun way to feel the season.
Let’s keep those fingers moving and make it a helpful activity for dementia prevention, too!
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[For Seniors] July-Themed Origami: A Collection of Fun Ideas (1–10)
morning glory
Origami morning glories are a fun seasonal craft that captures the feeling of summer.
Add green leaves and vines to the brightly colored blooms and arrange them freely to create a scene that looks as if morning glories are blooming in a garden.
Displaying them like a wall decoration will brighten up your room and lift the spirits of anyone who sees them.
The steps are mostly simple and easy to fold even for older adults, and the sense of accomplishment when finished is exceptional.
Why not add a subtle touch of color to your summer life with handmade morning glories?
ground cherry (Japanese lantern plant)
Origami “hōzuki” (Chinese lantern plants) are gentle, summery creations.
Using red or orange origami paper to craft them in 3D lets you charmingly recreate the plump, round fruit.
Add leaves and stems for a more natural look.
The steps are simple enough for seniors to enjoy, and moving the fingers helps improve concentration, which is another plus.
Once finished, the hōzuki can be hung on the wall or placed as small decor to bring a seasonal feel.
Why not enjoy this symbol of summer through origami?
Tanabata decorations: cute star ornaments
Here’s a popular and cute origami idea to brighten up Tanabata: star decorations.
Make three-dimensional stars or star-shaped chains that you can link together using colorful origami paper, and your room or living area will instantly take on a cheerful, festive vibe! The simple shapes make them easy for seniors as well, with potential benefits for finger exercise, rehabilitation, and improving concentration.
Create many and decorate the wall to bring a Tanabata atmosphere in no time.
Using shiny papers like gold or silver makes them even more beautiful.
Try making origami stars and enjoy the seasonal celebration!
shooting star
The origami “shooting star,” perfect for the Tanabata night sky, is a magical and delightful craft to look at.
After folding a star shape and adding a tail, it looks just like a real shooting star streaking across the night sky.
By changing the colors and length, you can create decorations with a variety of expressions.
It’s easy for older adults to try, and the gentle, finger-focused work can help stimulate the brain.
Displaying them together with tanzaku strips and the Milky Way will bring out the Tanabata spirit even more.
Why not make a wish and create a shooting star with origami?
Fireworks craftsman with drawing paper and origami
We’d like to share an idea that lets you recreate the summer night sky’s dazzling fireworks using construction paper and origami, so you can feel like a master pyrotechnician.
This is a kinetic craft where the movement is part of the fun.
Place a folded origami firework inside a tube made from rolled construction paper; when you pull the tube, the firework spreads open as if it’s been launched.
It looks just like real fireworks bursting in the night sky, making it enjoyable both to make and to play with.
Using brightly colored origami gives it a striking visual impact.
The steps are gentle and senior-friendly, making it perfect for finger dexterity rehabilitation and for sparking creative motivation.
tanzaku (paper strip for writing wishes)
Speaking of Tanabata, “tanzaku” for writing wishes are essential.
Tanzaku made from origami can be freely arranged in color and shape, expanding the fun of decorating.
Using five-colored origami conveys traditional meaning and enhances the seasonal feel.
It’s also a gentle activity that older adults can enjoy while reminiscing about the past.
By adding motifs like flowers and stars made from washi, you can create tanzaku that look like works of art.
Combining the joy of writing wishes with creative decoration boosts the desire to make things.
It’s a heart-lifting Tanabata craft, perfect for older adults.
bamboo leaves
How about making the essential “bamboo leaves” for Tanabata out of origami and enjoying a decoration full of seasonal charm? Fold green origami paper into long, slender shapes and you’ll have refreshing bamboo leaves that sway in the breeze.
A single leaf looks lovely, but combining several creates a more three-dimensional decoration.
Display them together with stars, tanzaku strips, and kusudama balls to instantly enhance the Tanabata atmosphere.
The steps are simple, so even seniors can work on them with confidence, and it’s effective as finger exercise, too.
Why not start preparing for a fun Tanabata with origami?