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[For Seniors] Enjoy May: A Collection of Seasonal Craft and Wall Decoration Ideas

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We’re introducing crafts and wall decoration ideas that are perfect for May and capture the spirit of the season.

With cherry blossom season over, this is packed with recommendations for anyone struggling with May wall display ideas.

We also feature plenty of craft ideas related to Children’s Day, so if you’d like to make a gift for your grandchild, please take a look.

Even if they seem difficult, many of these ideas are actually simple—just cutting and pasting.

We hope you’ll give these easy crafts and wall decorations a try—they’re great for older adults to enjoy casually, too.

[For Seniors] Enjoy May: A Collection of Craft and Wall Decoration Ideas That Capture the Season (71–80)

Iris made with tissue paper

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Iris made with tissue paper

Why not try making an iris flower wall decoration using tissue paper? Prepare blue or purple and yellow tissue paper, as well as green construction paper.

Cut the blue and yellow tissue paper into small squares.

Glue one blue and one yellow piece together to create the flowers.

There are several steps that involve using scissors, so please have staff assist anyone who is not comfortable with scissors.

Use the green construction paper to make stems and leaves, then display them on the wall.

The contrast between deep blue or purple and yellow will create beautiful iris flowers.

Craft activities are great for finger dexterity training and dementia prevention.

Everyone, give it a try!

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Carp streamers and wisteria flowers

May decorations: carp streamers and wisteria 🎏

Carp streamers and wisteria flowers

When you think of small purple blossoms that bloom in May, wisteria comes to mind.

Let’s make a decoration that combines carp streamers (koinobori) with wisteria! Cut purple origami paper into small pieces, fold them, and turn them into wisteria flowers.

Make several—since you’ll arrange and glue them onto a backing at the end, the more you have, the more luxurious it will look! For the koinobori, use a simple folding method that takes advantage of the white underside of the origami.

Draw in the eye and the lines on the tail fin to finish them.

Then place the carp streamers and wisteria flowers however you like on a backing made from a paper plate or similar.

Attach a string so it can hang on the wall, and you’re done!

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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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Hanging ornaments

Origami Craft for Children's Day: How to Make a Hanging Koinobori Decoration — May Ornament

Hanging ornaments

Here’s a hanging carp streamer decoration that moves in the wind.

Cut washi-patterned origami paper into thin strips and glue them vertically in a long shape.

Fold the top edge and wrap a short piece of straw with it.

Thread a string through the straw to create the base for the hanging decoration.

Attach origami carp streamers to the base.

Next, stick masking tape to the tip of a pair of disposable chopsticks and use the chopsticks as an axis to connect two straws.

Then cut a piece of cardboard to match the size of the bottom of your container.

Make slits in the center and around the edge, insert a straw into the center slit, place it in the container, and add a weight—this will support the decoration.

Hook the hanging decoration onto the grooves of the straw, insert a pinwheel into the drinking end, and your hanging decoration is complete.

It’s delightful to watch it move in the wind.

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Making a Yamabuki calendar

Day Service Konosu: Cherished Koubouan – May Calendar Production

Making a Yamabuki calendar

Yamabuki, with its distinctive orange-tinged yellow flowers, can sometimes be seen along mountains and rivers from April to May.

This time, we’re introducing a calendar featuring yamabuki as the theme.

Make yamabuki flowers out of origami or construction paper and attach them to the calendar.

It’s also a great idea to craft butterflies and bees to go along with it.

The finished calendar should give older adults a sense of accomplishment from having created something themselves.

In addition, making the calendar offers a chance to think about the seasons and the dates while working on the project.

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Wisteria flowers made with tissue paper and cellophane tape

Kimie Gangi: Wisteria flowers made with tissue paper and cellophane tape #MayWallDecor #SuperEasy #Beautiful #LowCost #Elderly #DIY #WisteriaTrellis #Handmade #Simple #Wisteria #Fluffy

Wisteria flowers made with tissue paper and cellophane tape

The hanging wisteria decorations are lovely.

The petals made from purple origami look so realistic you could almost get lost staring at them.

Since you only need to attach them with cellophane tape, they’re easy to make.

Older adults should be able to enjoy making them too.

For the vine part, just cut it to your preferred length and shape it.

Once it’s finished, try hanging it on the wall or ceiling.

Your room will instantly transform with a full springtime vibe, and you’ll likely feel nice and relaxed.

It could also be fun for everyone to make together at a day service center.

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Simple koi-shaped streamer

[Craft Idea] Koinobori (carp streamer) decorations (May) (Children’s Day) (activities for seniors) (wall decorations) (early childhood education) (origami) (samurai helmet) (seasonal decorations)

Simple koi-shaped streamer

Koinobori (carp streamers) are an iconic item for Children’s Day.

In the past, it was common to display large koinobori in the yard, but recently compact versions have become popular.

They embody parents’ hopes that their children will overcome difficulties and grow into strong adults.

This time, we’re introducing an easy koinobori craft that’s recommended as a gift from seniors to their grandchildren.

Prepare origami paper, a craft knife, and glue; since you only need to cut and paste the paper, the process is simple.

It’s also a nice idea to design the koinobori to reflect your family members.

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