[For Care Facilities] Let’s Enjoy the Summer! A Collection of Wall Decoration Ideas

Yo-yo and Sunflower

Easy summer/July wall display craft! Add ○○ to paint to draw beautiful lines [Kindergarten/Preschool]

“Yo-Yo and Sunflowers” is a wall art project for seniors that captures the brightness and fun of summer.

For the sunflowers, cut origami paper into flower shapes and layer two pieces slightly offset to create a 3D effect.

Use construction paper to represent the seed-filled center.

For the yo-yos, draw circles on construction paper; once you load a brush with plenty of paint, you’re ready to go.

Swing the brush boldly toward the paper to create patterns.

Using two to three colors makes it lively and distinctly summery.

However, since paint can easily splatter during the yo-yo portion and cause messes, it’s important to protect the workspace—for example, by laying down newspaper.

Despite using simple materials, this project offers vibrant color and movement, making it perfect for summer wall decor.

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goldfish bowl

[Origami Activity] How to Make a Fishbowl and Build Creative Arrangement Skills for Seniors

Let’s make a goldfish bowl using clear folders that are also sold at 100-yen shops.

Insert an illustration of a goldfish bowl into the clear folder and trace the bowl with a pen.

You can easily create the goldfish bowl illustration by downloading one from the internet.

Use tissue-paper aquarium plants, goldfish cut from origami, and colorful stickers of goldfish to build your goldfish bowl.

Because seniors can choose various materials to suit their preferences, it helps develop their ability to arrange and improvise.

They’ll be able to create pieces with individuality.

When a work they made with care is displayed on the wall, it will likely give them a sense of accomplishment and joy.

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goldfish ornament

[Summer Festival Pretend Play] Goldfish Decorations #SummerFestival #PretendSummerFestival #PretendFair #AtHomeFestival #SummerFestivalCrafts

Here’s an idea for a summer take-home craft to make at day services: “Goldfish Decorations.” Shaping goldfish from red or orange tissue paper is great for finger movement and rehabilitation.

Place the finished pieces in clear wrapping bags and use blue or light blue cellophane to represent water for a cool, seasonal look.

Display them by a window to let the light create a summery atmosphere—your families will love them.

It’s a fun, soothing project.

Give it a try!

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happi (traditional Japanese festival coat)

[Summer Origami] How to Fold a Happi Coat with Voice Commentary ☆ Origami Happi Coat Tutorial / Tatsukuri

In August, many facilities probably hold summer festivals, don’t they? Here’s an origami happi coat that’s perfect for indoor summer festival decorations and August wall displays.

You’ll fold it using a single sheet of origami paper.

Some steps are a bit complex, but the finished result looks just like a real happi.

Please try folding it with support from those around you, tailored to the needs of older adults.

On the back of the finished happi, write the character for “festival” (祭) with a black pen, or write it on white paper and paste it on.

That will make it look even more authentic.

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yukata

[Origami] Yukata (summer kimono) * How to fold an origami yukata.

Why not try expressing a cool, breezy feeling by making a yukata out of origami? The key to conveying coolness is choosing patterned origami paper.

You can also cut advertisements or wrapping paper into squares and use those.

It’s lovely to combine other origami with the finished yukata to evoke summer festivals and the like.

For the yukata, prepare a standard 15 cm square sheet of origami paper, and for the obi, use a sheet that’s one quarter that size.

For the obi, cut that paper in half and combine the two pieces to make it.

You can also fold a morning glory flower and attach it to the obi.

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spiral hanging ornament

Spiral decorations made with easy origami: 2 types (with voice commentary) | How to make an easy origami decoration: 2 types

It’s a decorative piece with uniquely beautiful curves, created by twisting and joining long, thin strips cut from origami paper.

First, fold the paper to make creases, then cut along those creases; fold the top into a triangle so it’s ready for gluing later.

Next, glue the triangular folds together, twist each strip, and finally glue the bottom ends to finish.

The impression will change depending on the color of origami you choose and how tightly you twist it.

Combining multiple colors also gives it a more luxurious look, so it’s highly recommended.

Sea creatures made with bubble wrap

“Sea Creatures Made with Bubble Wrap” is a wall decoration idea that lets older adults feel the summer season indoors.

By painting packing bubble wrap to depict octopuses, pufferfish, turtles, and more, this easy, imagination-sparking craft can also trigger memories of summer at the seaside.

In particular, it is expected to have reminiscence therapy effects that recall youthful beach outings and family trips, which can help maintain cognitive function.

The colorful pieces brighten the walls and spark conversation when displayed after completion.

Even those who aren’t confident with crafts can join in easily, making it a delightful way for everyone to enjoy summer together.

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