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[For Seniors] Color Your Care Facility’s Spring: Wall Decoration Ideas

Social worker / Care workermoko
My name is Moko, a mother of three who admired my mother and worked in the care industry as a care worker and as a medical social worker (MSW) in a hospital. I will be drawing on my previous experience to write mainly about caregiving. Thank you in advance.
Certified Care Worker / Former Day Service StaffAbe Eri
I worked at a day service for seven years and obtained my Certified Care Worker qualification in 2019. I have provided meal assistance and bathing assistance, as well as led recreational activities that involve physical movement and cognitive stimulation. I enjoy drawing and crafting. My motto is: “With a smile, anything is possible!” and I try to live joyfully every day. I’m also doting on my beloved Chihuahua.

In many elderly care facilities, such as day service centers, wall decorations are changed each month to match the season.

It’s also enjoyable to have the seniors help make them and decorate together.

In this article, we’ll share spring wall decoration ideas designed for older adults!

There are many motifs that come to mind when you think of spring: cute flowers like cherry blossoms and dandelions, and themes related to the Doll Festival (Hinamatsuri), among others.

A common feature is that they’re bright and charming.

Use lovely wall decorations that bring a sense of spring indoors to brighten up your facility’s walls.

[For Seniors] Coloring Spring in Care Facilities: Wall Decoration Idea Collection (21–30)

pansy

[Craft Idea] Pansies with origami (March–April, spring) (with template) (flower craft) (activities for seniors, day service, occupational therapy OT, childcare) (wall decoration) (easy original creation) (DIY)

pansy

This is a pansy wall decoration that creates a lively spring atmosphere while letting you enjoy colorful flowers.

Cut two kinds of origami paper—such as blue and light blue, or purple and pink—into rectangles, then divide them into eight equal parts to make the petals.

To refine the petal shape, round the edges and add a natural curve.

Using paper divided into six parts, make a heart shape, then curve the petals and glue the two types of origami together.

By attaching paper of varying heights to the back of the petals, you can create depth and a three-dimensional effect.

Cut green origami into a jagged shape to make leaves, and add creases to give them a realistic texture.

Arrange the flowers and leaves in a balanced way to complete the gorgeous spring pansies.

Choosing favorite colors and crafting together also makes this a great idea for fostering interaction among older adults.

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Sumire

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

Sumire

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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Dandelions and Horsetails

[Craft Idea] Dandelion Crafting (Spring: March–April) (Senior Recreation) (Early Childhood/Educational) (Wall Decorations) (Flower Crafts) (Creative) (3D) (Origami)

Dandelions and Horsetails

These wall decorations are recommended for care facilities and let you feel the arrival of spring indoors.

Crumple yellow origami paper to create a soft texture, then shape it into a circle.

By attaching small cut pieces of origami, you can express the fluffy, three-dimensional look of dandelion flowers.

For the leaves, cut green origami into rectangles, draw vein patterns, and make slits so they connect.

For the stems, roll thin, elongated strips of origami to give them a solid three-dimensional feel—this is key.

To depict grass, cut green origami into jagged shapes and place them randomly.

For horsetails, use brown origami, forming rounded shapes; arranging them at slightly different heights will create a more natural scene.

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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 for creating a bright, spring-like atmosphere.

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

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

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

Place the pieces you’ve made on top of a ball of crumpled origami paper.

For the stems, cut paper into rectangles, bend them into a bow shape, and give them a curve.

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

The gluing process also serves as fine motor exercise and is recommended for those who enjoy detailed work.

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Tulips and butterflies

[Craft Idea] Tulip & Butterfly Quilling (April Spring) (Wall Decoration) (Elderly Recreation, Day Service, Occupational Therapy OT, Childcare, Creative Activity) (3D Decoration) (DIY)

Tulips and butterflies

This is a 3D wall decoration of tulips and butterflies made with paper quilling.

Cut two types of paper, such as red and yellow, into rectangles and apply double-sided tape to one edge.

Wrap the paper around a bamboo skewer and roll it to create quilled rings for the petals.

Arrange the parts inside each ring and glue them tightly with no gaps to complete the three-dimensional tulips.

Make the leaves with the same quilling method; giving them a gentle curl adds a soft, flowing look.

When making the butterfly, vary the colors and sizes of the wings as you quill.

For the antennae, tightly roll thin strips of paper to make them look realistic.

Because this involves many fine finger movements, it can also serve as a hand dexterity exercise for older adults.

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Carp streamers and wisteria flowers

May decorations: carp streamers and wisteria 🎏

Carp streamers and wisteria flowers

Clusters of tiny purple blossoms… When thinking of flowers that bloom in May, wisteria comes to mind.

Let’s make a decoration that combines carp streamers and wisteria! Cut purple origami into small pieces and fold them into wisteria flowers.

Make several, and since you’ll line them up and paste them onto a backing at the end, the more you have, the more luxurious it will look! The carp streamer uses a simple folding method that takes advantage of the white underside of the origami paper.

Just draw in the eye and the lines on the tail fin to finish it.

Then, on a backing made from something like a paper plate, arrange the carp streamer and wisteria flowers however you like.

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

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wisteria flowers

[Craft Idea] Wisteria Flowers (May, Spring) (PDF pattern link in the description) (Activities for seniors, day service, occupational therapy OT, childcare, crafts) (Wall decorations) (origami)

wisteria flowers

A wall decoration themed on wisteria flowers that are at their best in spring.

The scene of cascading purple blossoms spreading out creates a magical atmosphere.

First, cut purple origami paper into fan shapes.

Next, glue the pieces together to form cones.

The number of these parts will determine the length of the wall decoration, so decide as you make it.

Attach the leaf pieces made from origami and hang them from the upper branch to finish.

Try displaying this graceful and beautiful wisteria wall decoration in a care facility.

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