[For Seniors] Enjoy June! Introducing Simple, Recommended Wall Decorations

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[Craft Idea] Violets (March/April spring flowers) (wall decorations) (senior recreation/OT/daycare) (early childhood education) (origami) (DIY) (paper craft)

Violets are purple flowers you see in spring; they carry a sense of Japanese tradition and also have a cool, stylish image.

How about making violet flowers out of origami and using them as wall decorations? Cut origami paper into small rectangles, then cut those further into petal shapes.

Add curves to each piece and layer them to form the whole flower.

After that, attach the stem and leaf parts to complete it.

The way you angle the pieces—how the flowers seem to be growing—might also be important.

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A child wearing a raincoat

Origami [Child Wearing a Raincoat]

During the rainy season, we tend to stay indoors more and go out less.

But it all depends on how you look at it.

Instead of thinking you can’t go out, why not see it as a great chance to enjoy time at home? This time, we’re introducing an origami idea: a “child in a raincoat.” You’ll use two colors of origami paper, which means lots of finger movement.

Some steps are a bit complex, but that makes it a good stimulus for the brain, so you can expect brain-training benefits too.

Once finished, the piece can also be used as a finger puppet.

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Hydrangea wall decoration

Simple craft: Hydrangea wall decoration

Atmospheric decorations for a sophisticated finish! Here are ideas for hydrangea wall hangings.

Hydrangeas are at their best during the rainy season.

Their round shape formed by clusters of tiny blossoms and their distinctively serrated leaves are beautiful, aren’t they? This time, we’re sharing ideas recommended for those looking for a Japanese-style hydrangea design.

You’ll need construction paper, thick card, beads, string, origami paper, paper bands, and more.

It’s also nice that you can get everything at 100-yen shops.

Give it a try!

Authentic morning glory made with five sheets of origami

[Origami] How to make a morning glory / How to make origami 'Morning Glory'.

Let’s make a beautiful three-dimensional morning glory! You’ll use five sheets of origami to create one bloom, so the difficulty may be a bit high.

Make five parts, then assemble and glue them together.

To prevent the glue from coming off, it’s a good idea to hold the pieces in place with clips or clothespins as you work.

For the finishing touch, slightly fold the rim to give the morning glory a 3D look.

You can also change the size of the sheets to make morning glories in different sizes—give it a try!

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Hydrangea wall decoration

[Senior Recreation] June Hydrangea Wall Decoration [Easy Craft] hydrangea

If the walls at your care home or house feel a bit bare, why not make a lovely hydrangea wall decoration? I’m sure your companions and family will be delighted.

It could be fun to make them together, too.

Even when making hydrangeas, some people might fold them with origami, others might create them as paper cutouts, and some might do patchwork.

For materials, you could use colored paper, felt, fabric, or even the pretty decorations on paper bags and empty boxes for hydrangea patterns.

It’s also a great idea for everyone to make their own hydrangeas and then combine them into a single wall hanging! Just like hydrangeas come in many colors, lining up lots of them will surely make the wall decoration lively and cheerful!

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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Morning glory in origami kirie (paper-cut art)

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This is a simple craft where you fold an origami sheet into a small shape, cut along a curved line, and then unfold it to reveal a morning glory shape.

For morning glories, the star-like form at the center is important, so the folding steps are key to making it appear well.

The fine reverse folds may seem tricky, but it’s just a repetition of straight folds—proceed by checking which line to align with each time.

Since the finished piece has a star-shaped hole, you might place white paper behind it to make the pattern stand out.

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