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[For Seniors] May-Themed Wall Decoration Ideas Full of Seasonal Flair

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May is the season when spring shifts into early summer.It’s a time when colorful flowers start to appear and we can encounter many plants and animals.There are also many familiar events for seniors, such as Children’s Day (Tango no Sekku) and Mother’s Day.In this article, we’ll introduce ideas for wall decorations that let you feel the joy of May.By creating wall displays that incorporate seasonal traditions—like May events, flowers, and vegetables—seniors can also enjoy a sense of the season.We hope you’ll find some wonderful ideas for wall decorations.

[For Seniors] May-Themed Wall Decoration Ideas Full of Seasonal Flair (101–110)

Message Card

[Children’s Day] How to make a message card with Kintaro and carp streamers

Message Card

If you’re a senior with grandchildren, we highly recommend making a Children’s Day message card.

Create items that evoke Children’s Day or Tango no Sekku using origami or construction paper, and attach them to the card.

For example, carp streamers (koinobori), iris flowers (shobu), or Kintaro.

Besides crafting with paper, you can also use a brush to write messages or draw pictures.

A handmade card filled with heartfelt care is sure to delight the recipient.

Please use this as inspiration to make a lovely message card.

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Koinobori made with Japanese-style origami

[Easy] 3D ✨ Carp Streamer Craft 🎏 [100-yen Origami] How to Make Carp-shaped Streamers

Koinobori made with Japanese-style origami

Here is a three-dimensional koi nobori (carp streamer) made from Japanese-style origami paper that you can easily find at 100-yen shops.

You first make the koi nobori’s body flat, then add slits and fold along them to turn it into a three-dimensional shape, which is the fun part.

For the koi nobori’s pole, roll copy paper around a toothpick or skewer.

Apply glue to the slit section of the body and attach the pole there.

The colorful washi patterns are very cute and will brighten the atmosphere when placed in an entryway or living room.

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Wobbly paper-plate carp streamer

Wobbly Paper Plate Koinobori (Carp Streamers) – #easycraft #easydiy #recreation #seniorrecreation #facilityrecreation #easykidscraft #koinobori

Wobbly paper-plate carp streamer

Why not make a swaying carp streamer using a paper plate? First, fold the paper plate in half.

Then staple only one side; the stapled side will be the tail.

Cut a small portion off the head end.

Next, cut a colorful piece of paper slightly smaller than the body and stick it onto the body, and cut another piece of paper a little longer than the tail part of the paper plate and glue it on, slightly offset.

Add an eye using an eye part or a round sticker, and it’s done.

When displayed, it gently sways in the breeze and looks lovely.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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field of rapeseed flowers

[Craft Idea] Flowers from Winter to Spring: Rapeseed Blossoms (Canola) Crafts (February/March Spring) (Senior Recreation) (Wall Decorations) (Origami) (Early Childhood Education) (Creative) (Easy) (Flower Crafts)

field of rapeseed flowers

A wall decoration themed around a field of rapeseed blossoms is a great idea to create a bright, spring-like atmosphere.

Cut origami paper in half, fold it into small sections, and crease it.

Cut along the creases to form squares, then round the edges to shape petals.

The key is to add a gentle curl to the petals.

Place the petals you’ve made on top of a piece of crumpled origami paper.

For the stems, cut paper into rectangles, shape them like a bow, and add curves to express movement.

Make two types of leaves and add wrinkles to achieve a more realistic rapeseed field.

The gluing process also serves as finger exercise, making it a great activity for those who enjoy fine, detailed work.

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Dandelion wreath

Introducing how to make a three-dimensional dandelion wreath decoration with origami! Why not try making it as a spring decoration for April and May? [Tsukuru-mon]

Dandelion wreath

Spring is the season when the weather warms and many flowers begin to appear, and you’ll likely spot more dandelions as well.

This craft recreates dandelions—a quintessential spring flower—using origami and combines them into a wreath-like shape.

To make the dandelion flowers, fold a strip of origami paper in half and then fold it again to make it narrower, cut fine slits along the edge, roll it up, then spread and shape it.

The wreath base is made by assembling triangular units, and it’s recommended to use green to evoke leaves.

Finally, combine all the parts and add decorative elements like leaf pieces to complete the project.

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[For Seniors] Seasonal May Wall Decoration Ideas (111–120)

Dandelion wall decoration

How to Make Paper Dandelion Wall Hanging (Spring Wall Decoration) – How to Make Paper Dandelion Wall Decor

Dandelion wall decoration

Introducing a remarkably realistic dandelion wall decoration that could be mistaken for the real thing at first glance.

You’ll need yellow, green, and white construction paper, plus wooden coffee stirrers.

First, cut out eight leaf shapes from the green paper.

Then cut another strip of green paper lengthwise, crease along the top edge, and make fine slits below the crease to create the flower stem.

For the flower, cut a long strip of yellow paper, fold it in half, and cut fine slits along the edge without leaving gaps.

Attach the stem to the flower strip, then roll it up from the flower side.

Once glued, gently fluff and open up the stem and flower by hand.

You’ll have a beautiful blossom.

Glue wooden stirrers together in a grid—three vertically and three horizontally—then attach the leaves and flowers to finish.

You can also make seed heads by using white paper for the flowers.

The work involves fine details, but the sense of accomplishment when you finish is exceptional.

Give it a try!

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Tulip

#26 Feeling spring excitement? “Bloomed, bloomed!” — Tulip Newspaper Collage #newspaperart #tulip #新聞ちぎり絵

Tulip

Tulips are a classic choice for schoolyard flowerbeds and a spring flower that pairs beautifully with windmills.

Their distinctive petals and leaves make them striking even as torn-paper collages.

For the tulip flower, imagine layering individually torn pieces and shaping them into a rounded form.

Using advertisements is recommended—you can discover unexpected color combinations! The stem is straight, so it should be easy to make.

The leaves are distinctive, so it’s better to include them, but it’s fine to skip them if that’s difficult.

Enjoy creating tulips in your favorite colors!

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