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

Dear little star

No scissors, tape, or glue needed: Make a star using just two straws! How-to video [Straw Star]

How about a simple star craft you can make with just two straws? When it comes to star decorations, making them with origami might be the most well-known method.

But stars made from straws have a different, dreamy look that’s really beautiful, so I recommend giving it a try.

You interweave and overlap the ends of the straws, repeating the process over and over; as the corners increase, it eventually forms the shape of a star.

For a fun variation, try using two different colored straws to make it look even more vibrant!

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shaved ice

[Craft Fair Booth] Let’s make shaved ice♪ Easy craft! Festival vibes! Make it and have fun!

This is a shaved-ice craft project that lets seniors, who may find it hard to go out in extreme heat, enjoy the feel of a summer festival right at home! You can make it with everyday materials, so it’s a great activity to do with your grandkids.

Decorate a paper cup with the kanji for “ice” or wave patterns, fill it with craft cotton, and sprinkle hand-torn tissue on top.

Next, mix water and watercolor paint to make shaved-ice syrup.

You can also mix starch glue with paint to create sweetened condensed milk—give it a try! Finish by drizzling on the syrup and condensed milk.

By changing the paint colors—red, green, blue, and more—you can “make” different shaved-ice flavors and have fun experimenting!

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Shaved ice wall decoration

How to Make a “Kakigori” Wall Decoration! Easy with Free Templates! Summer, July, August, Festival, Shaved Ice, Food Stall, Construction Paper Crafts, Wall Decor, Papercraft, Paper Craft

In summer, you can find all kinds of shaved ice—luxurious versions loaded with fruit, Japanese-style varieties, and ones with a fluffy texture! In recent years, stylish cafes and specialty shops offering rich shaved ice have even become a hot topic.

Shaved ice also makes a perfect motif for summer wall decorations.

It brings a cool, refreshing vibe, so try making some together with seniors for a fun activity.

Another plus is that just changing the syrup color can create a vibrant, colorful display.

There aren’t many paper parts to cut out either, so it’s an easy theme to craft.

If a shaved ice alone feels a bit plain, add elements like a traditional “kakigōri” banner or an old-fashioned ice shaver for an extra charming touch!

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Sunflower wall decoration

Kimie Gangi’s July wall display: Fast, super-easy “Sunflowers made with Hanako-chan”

Here’s an idea for sunflower wall decorations that will instantly brighten up your summer walls! Sunflowers are the quintessential summer flower—many of us may have grown them in our gardens as children.

Why not enjoy making these while reminiscing about those days? Layer two sheets of tissue paper, fold them in an accordion, staple the center to secure, trim both ends, and then fan it open to create the sunflower petals.

For the center of the sunflower, you can cut a circle out of construction paper and add patterns with crayons or other materials.

Depending on the size of your wall, use sunflowers as accents or make lots of them to create a stunning large display!

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Sunflower Coaster

Just cut and paste! How to Make Sunflower Coasters – DIY Easy Sunflower Coasters Craft Idea

Sunflowers are practically synonymous with summer.

Spotting them blooming cheerfully on a hot, humid day instantly lifts your spirits! How about making coasters inspired by these sunny flowers? Even if you’re not good at crafts, this project is simple—just cut and glue felt—so why not give it a try? The center of the sunflower is made by weaving felt.

Because it involves fine motor work, it’s also effective for dementia prevention in older adults.

You’ll be totally absorbed! Brighten up your summer tea time with coasters you’ve made yourself.

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Ice cream wall decoration

How to Make “Ice Cream” Wall Decorations! Easy with Free Templates! Summer, July, August, Construction Paper Crafts, Wall Decorations, Papercraft, Paper Craft

A wall decoration of ice cream that everyone loves and that makes you crave it in the summer.

Just looking at the cute ice creams is soothing, isn’t it? Ice cream comes in many shapes—served in a glass, bar-type, cup-type, soft-serve, and more.

Think about a design that suits the space on your wall and the feel of the room.

It could also be nice to create it while chatting with seniors about their favorite ice creams or nostalgic ones from the past.

You can decorate with lots of colorful ice creams, or add animals that pair well with ice cream, like polar bears or penguins, for a fun touch!

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Watermelon Tanabata decorations

[Tanabata Decorations] Easy Origami!! Watermelon Ornament [Preschool Craft] [July]

Let’s make a watermelon decoration that you can also use to adorn a Tanabata bamboo branch.

Combine a piece of red origami cut in half with a strip of green origami cut lengthwise, and draw several small black circles on the red part to look like watermelon seeds.

Then accordion-fold the paper and thread a string through it to finish.

You can also use yellow origami to make a yellow watermelon! Another idea is to make several accordion-folded strips using only green origami and combine them to create a decoration that looks like a whole, uncut watermelon.

Make it in any style you like and brighten up your Tanabata bamboo with festive decorations!

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