[For Seniors] Perfect for June: Introducing simple origami projects

firefly

[Craft Idea] Fireflies – Firefly crafts (June, summer) (with template) (wall decoration) (recreation for seniors) (childcare/educational activity) (hang with thread) (moving) (origami) (insects) (creative) (OT/occupational therapy)

Fireflies are famous as a symbol of summer.

In the past, people enjoyed “hotaru-gari,” or firefly viewing, but due to environmental changes their numbers have declined in recent years, and it has become rare to see them.

How about recreating that firefly viewing as a wall decoration and sharing your memories together? It involves fine handwork—folding, cutting, and pasting origami—which stimulates the brain and can help keep it active, offering a brain-training effect.

If you blow air with a circulator, it will look as if the fireflies are flying through the night sky.

Give it a try!

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Marigold

[Craft Idea] Marigold (June–July, Summer) (Wall Decorations, Senior Recreation, Occupational Therapy OT, Day Service) (Origami, Origami DIY) (3D, Flower Crafts)

Marigolds bloom in bright yellows and oranges even in the rainy season.

Let’s make origami marigolds that can blow away the gloom of June.

By folding and cutting origami paper, you can create marigold petals.

First, roll the paper into a ball and crumple it to give the petals more texture.

Make several petals and layer them.

This will express the marigold’s characteristic multiple layers of petals.

Make some leaves as well and display them together with the marigold flowers.

A room with marigolds has a bright, cheerful atmosphere—perfect for lifting the spirits of older adults.

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rainy season (tsuyu)

[Craft Idea] Umbrella (June rainy season) (wall decorations, recreational activities for seniors, occupational therapy OT, day services, childcare, crafts) (origami DIY) (3D craft) (Finished size: 726 mm × 514 mm)

Here’s an idea for a rainy season–themed wall decoration featuring adorable, colorful umbrellas.

Cut circles out of chiyogami paper, fold them to make umbrellas, and use handles in matching color tones for a cohesive, attractive look.

Next, use construction paper to make raindrops.

After cutting out water-drop shapes, make small slits where they bulge, then overlap and glue them to create a three-dimensional effect.

Finally, glue the umbrellas and raindrops onto blue construction paper to complete the piece.

Since there are no difficult steps, this project is recommended as an occupational therapy activity in senior care facilities.

Why not enjoy conversation in a group while creating a seasonal craft?

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Bellflowers and Fireflies

[Craft Idea] Bellflower and Firefly (June/Summer) (Wall Decorations) (Senior Recreation, Occupational Therapy OT, Day Service) (Origami, 3D, DIY, Flower Craft)

Have you heard of a flower called hotarubukuro (balloon flower/campion)? It blooms from May to July, which happens to coincide with firefly season.

There’s even a theory that the name “hotarubukuro,” meaning “firefly pouch,” comes from children putting fireflies into the bell-shaped flowers to play.

Let’s make hotarubukuro and fireflies out of origami—perfect for June.

These days, fireflies are harder to spot nearby.

Creating hotarubukuro and firefly crafts might help older adults remember their childhood.

While making the crafts, try listening to their nostalgic stories.

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Rose wreath

[Origami] How to Make a Rose Wreath — Further Improved Rose Folding! Tsujimoto Rose – Mother's Day

Gorgeous and beautiful! Here are some ideas for rose wreaths.

Let’s make a lovely rose wreath lavishly adorned with colorful roses.

It’s a great idea for brightening up a room or for special events! This wreath is made by combining a leafy wreath base, five large rose blossoms, fifteen rose buds, and ten flower parts.

Taking your time to build it up little by little can become a daily pleasure.

For the finishing touch, adhere the pieces with glue for a clean, polished look.

Umbrella ornament

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Cute with a touch of humor! Here are some fun umbrella decoration ideas.

When it comes to items that shine during the rainy season, umbrellas and rain boots are a must.

They’re usually for keeping out the rain, but with a little twist, you can turn them into adorable art pieces.

This time, let’s use origami in your favorite colors and patterns.

You’ll need origami paper, scissors, glue, tissue paper, tape, and construction paper.

The key is folding the tissue paper and placing it inside the umbrella to create a three-dimensional look.

Easy hydrangea with origami

[Easy ✨ Origami] How to Make Hydrangeas 💐 [Quick and Simple] June Decorations | How to Make Paper Hydrangea, Paper Flower.

Adorably fluffy shapes! Here’s a simple origami idea for hydrangeas.

It’s a unique way to create the hydrangea’s soft, rounded look using tissue paper.

Perfect for those who want an easy process.

You’ll need tissue paper, origami paper, scissors, glue, and a stapler or tape.

Make small hydrangea blossoms with origami paper, then attach them to a base made from tissue paper.

Despite its simplicity, the result is beautiful and striking, and playing with color variations is part of the fun.