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

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In July, Mt.

Fuji’s climbing season officially opens, right? How about a mountain-themed wall decoration for a day service craft activity to mark the occasion? Some seniors may have mountain-climbing experience.

It would be wonderful to have them share their memories while making the mountain! The method is very simple—just cut construction paper into the shape of a mountain.

Using multiple colors instead of just one will likely improve the design.

You could also collaborate elements in the background—like the sun, clouds, birds, or a line from a haiku or poem—to create a more interesting wall display.

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A star-shaped ornament whose shadow is cute

[Tanabata Craft 🎋] Decorate your window and enjoy the shadows 🌈 Easy Tanabata project 💓 #shorts #easy #cute #craft #Tanabata @Maa_Chiikuasobi

Let’s make a craft you can stick on a window and enjoy both the decoration itself and the shadows it casts.

Cut black construction paper into star shapes with a Tanabata feel, and hollow out the center a little.

Cover the cut-out area with clear packing tape (the kind used for shipping).

Then randomly stick on small pieces of colored cellophane.

It looks beautiful if you combine various colors.

Once you’ve finished sticking them on, place another layer of clear tape over the cellophane and trim off the excess.

Attach strips of colored cellophane beneath the star like Tanabata tanzaku, and you’re done! Instead of sticking it flat against the window or wall, leave it slightly free to sway—you’ll see vivid, colored shadows projected onto the window or wall.

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Origami Desktop Calendar as Is

[Handmade Calendar] Easy with 100-yen shop items! Desktop calendar made directly from origami [Paper Craft Work Video]

There are many types of origami, such as patterned designs and skeleton materials.

Even at 100-yen shops, the origami section has a wide variety.

Try making a calendar using beautiful origami designs and materials.

The method is very simple: use the origami as is and attach the date sheets.

If you use skeleton-style origami, it’s also recommended to attach the date sheets underneath the origami.

Because the steps are easy, many older adults should be able to take part in making it.

Please give it a try!

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Nakajima Junko

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Morning glory leaves and vines made with origami

Origami [Morning Glory Leaf and Vine] How to make Origami Morning Glory Leaf & Vine*

This project combines not only morning glory flowers but also leaves and vines.

By carefully layering parts like flowers and leaves—crafted with clever reverse folds—you can aim for a three-dimensional, soft look.

While the flowers and leaves tend to stand out, paying close attention to the length and shape of the vines will further enhance the beauty of the morning glory.

Create the flowers and leaves with reverse folds for a three-dimensional effect, then decorate them with vines made by twisting thinly cut strips of origami paper using a simple process.

It’s also recommended to consider how the vines overlap and finish them as if they’re wrapping around other decorations.

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A calendar decorated with origami

[Komu-chan] Origami Calendar ♪ July

Let’s make a calendar using summer-themed origami.

When it comes to summer origami, perhaps watermelon, morning glories, and goldfish come to mind.

A calendar decorated with pieces you’ve folded yourself can give older adults a real sense of accomplishment.

Have them make about two types of origami pieces, then arrange and attach them to the calendar with a thoughtful layout.

Folding with their fingertips and planning the composition for attaching the pieces can also help stimulate the brain.

The activity can be done while seated, and older adults are likely to enjoy lively conversations with those around them, sharing summer stories as they create.

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Nakajima Junko

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Origami Calendar

How to Fold an Origami Calendar [July / Watermelon Edition]

A watermelon-shaped calendar would be fun and perfect for summer, wouldn’t it? Here’s a project where the folded origami itself becomes the calendar.

There are many projects where you make an origami piece and attach it to a calendar, right? If the dates are written directly on the folded origami, you can create a calendar with real character.

There are also handy kits for making origami calendars.

Alternatively, you could fold the origami and then attach a calendar sheet to the origami piece.

Try folding an origami design that suits July and give it a go!

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Nakajima Junko

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Making a calendar with pressed flowers

A simple way to make a pressed flower calendar! Great as a gift, too!!

Here’s a calendar featuring pressed flowers like morning glories and hydrangeas—flowers of July and summer.

First, temporarily attach the pressed flowers to the calendar backing with white glue.

The step of arranging the pressed flowers while thinking about the design seems like something seniors can enjoy and get excited about.

After that, apply laminating film and run it through a laminator, or finish it with self-adhesive laminating sheets.

Self-adhesive laminating film is sold at 100-yen shops, and it’s easy to use, so it’s recommended.

Creating a seasonal flower calendar is a project that can help seniors feel the season as they make it.

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