[For Seniors] Enjoy and Beat the Summer Heat! July Craft Ideas

ground cherry (Japanese lantern plant)

Origami Hozuki (Chinese lantern) physalis fruit origami tutorial

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?

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beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)

[Origami] How to Make a Rhinoceros Beetle

When it comes to summer, the insect kids long for most is probably the rhinoceros beetle.

It’s a bit complicated, but it looks really cool when finished, so give it a try.

First, divide a sheet of origami paper into four equal parts, use one piece for the body, and make the horn at half that size.

Then divide the remaining half into three to make the legs.

If you twist the paper to form the legs, they’ll look more realistic.

Assemble and glue the parts together to finish.

Try making a female rhinoceros beetle without a horn, too.

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watermelon

[Summer Origami] How to fold a watermelon with voice guidance ☆ Origami: Easy Watermelon Folding for August Summer Decorations

A great recommendation for summer origami is a watermelon.

This watermelon can stand upright or be pasted flat.

You make it using two sheets of origami paper: one for the rind color and one for the flesh color.

Simply put, you fold the rind-colored paper around the flesh-colored paper.

Once it’s finished, folding it in half gives it a strong watermelon look.

When drawing the seeds at the end, it’s surprisingly easy to make mistakes, so it’s best to draw the ones at the edges and in the center first, then fill in the spaces between.

Try making a yellow watermelon, too!

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Beer and edamame

Origami [Beer and Edamame] Origami Beer & Green Soybeans

We’ll introduce how to fold a beer-themed origami that forms a pouch and can even be used as an envelope, along with an edamame design that pairs perfectly with beer.

For the beer origami, yellow paper is recommended.

It’s also nice to add a message with a white pen, like tiny bubbles.

The edamame looks cute if you make it from a quarter-sized sheet of origami paper.

You can make two types: with pods and without.

After crafting such delicious-looking origami, you might find yourself craving the real thing! Give it a try yourself.

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Tanabata decorations: cute star ornaments

[Origami] Tanabata Decorations: Easy Way to Make Cute Star Garland (Hoshi Tsuzuri)

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!

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morning glory

[Easy ✨ Origami] How to Make a Morning Glory 🌺 Summer Wall Decoration [3D] Refreshing Feel 🌈 DIY Paper Craft. Paper Flower. Origami

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?

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Morning glory flowers and buds

How to make Origami Morning Glory Flowers and Buds

We’d like to share an idea for making morning glory flowers and buds out of origami, a classic symbol of summer.

By combining the flower and the bud, you’ll create a gentle piece full of seasonal charm.

Carefully folding the rounded petals and tiny bud shapes naturally engages your fingertips and makes for good fine-motor exercise.

It may even help prevent cognitive decline, so it’s highly recommended.

By changing the colors and sizes, the same morning glory can really show its individuality.

You can also use them for wall decorations or card-making, and just looking at them brings a refreshing feeling.

Let’s brighten up summer with cheerful origami morning glories!

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