[For Seniors] Exciting Summer Wall Decoration Ideas

Wall decoration made with colored construction paper: wind chimes

[Papercraft] Summer Wall Decoration “Wind Chimes” Made with Colored Construction Paper — papercraft wind chimes

Because colored construction paper is vibrant and comes in many varieties, it’s easy to express a sense of the seasons and individuality, which makes crafting even more enjoyable.

For example, you can draw goldfish or morning glories for a summery feel, or stick to cool shades of blue—let your imagination run free.

This time, we’ll introduce an easy-to-make wind chime using colored paper.

It’s a familiar material for many older adults as well, so it’s a simple craft they can try with ease.

First, follow the steps to cut and paste the origami paper.

When it comes to popular wind chime motifs, goldfish are a classic.

They evoke the refreshing feeling of summer, so they’re highly recommended.

Add fireworks, and you’ll have a wind chime that lets you fully enjoy the summer season!

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Stained-glass-style wind chime made with transparent origami

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If you want a wind chime that’s enjoyable even just to look at, a stained-glass-style wind chime is a great choice.

As we age, some people find it harder to hear sounds.

Even for those folks, this stained-glass look lets you fully savor the refined beauty of summer, thanks to its vibrant appearance.

It’s also very easy to make: simply stick transparent origami onto a clear plastic cup! You’ll end up with a wind chime that looks high-end, as if you bought it at a store.

The way it appears changes with the light, gently stimulating the senses and helping you enjoy a calm, soothing moment.

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Wind chime of a goldfish bowl

[Easy Summer Japanese Craft] Goldfish Bowl Wind Chime

Goldfish bowls are something nostalgic for many seniors.

Some of you may remember buying goldfish at summer festivals when you were little and keeping them at home.

Goldfish have a way of evoking the feeling of summer and bringing comfort.

This time, we’re introducing a wind chime craft with a goldfish bowl motif.

Fasten a paper band and place a clear plastic cup inside it.

Amazingly, you can make the goldfish simply by coloring straws red and sticking them together.

It’s an easy project that only involves cutting and pasting, so even those who aren’t confident in crafting will find it easy to try.

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Wind chime made with hemp twine

Wind bell made with hemp cord

Hemp twine is a natural material that feels gentle and rustic to the touch.

For older adults, its texture is calming, easy to familiarize with, and often evokes a sense of nostalgia.

We’ll make a wind chime using this hemp twine.

First, cut slits in a paper cup and wrap the hemp twine around it.

Even at this stage, it has plenty of charm—for example, it can be used as a small container.

To finish it as a wind chime, thread a strip of paper (tanzaku) and a bell and attach them.

A hemp-twine wind chime has a natural look that fits well in any room, whether Japanese or Western in style.

Its understated beauty and refined feel make it a design that older adults also tend to appreciate.

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Strip with mesh

[Craft Idea] Tanzaku with Net – a strip of paper ~Tanabata~ (July) (Tanabata tanzaku) (Senior recreation) (Easy craft) (Craft activity) (Early childhood education) (Daycare/Hospital) (Psychiatric OT)

Tanabata, one of the major events in July.

In senior care homes and welfare facilities, many hold Tanabata events or decorate the interiors, don’t they? Tanabata is also a day when people attach wish slips to bamboo.

Let’s add a creative touch to those tanzaku by making slits that form a mesh pattern.

There is originally a net-shaped decoration for Tanabata, and as the name suggests, it carries the wish for an abundant catch of fish.

Fold down the top of the tanzaku paper, then make many cuts.

When you unfold it, you’ll have a mesh-like pattern.

If you like, you can also make Hikoboshi and Orihime and place them alongside the mesh of the tanzaku.

As they make these, some older adults may recall past Tanabata memories.

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[100-yen DIY] Sunflowers made with tissue paper 🌻

Let’s make interior decor items that let you feel the seasons even inside your home.

Here are some sunflower ideas.

Speaking of sunflowers, they’re flowers that are at their best in the summer, when the sun blazes down.

This is a great idea for those who find it difficult to spend long hours outdoors in the hot summer.

This time, let’s make beautifully blooming sunflowers out of tissue paper.

You’ll need six sheets of yellow tissue paper, string, a ruler, scissors, glue, brown yarn, thick paper (cardboard), craft adhesive, and masking tape.

The steps are simple, so give it a try!

hibiscus

How to Make Hibiscus-Inspired Paper Flowers

Recommended when you want a taste of summer! Here are some hibiscus ideas.

Speaking of hibiscus, it’s one of the flowers that represent Okinawa.

It’s also designated as Hawaii’s state flower, so many people may associate it with the tropics.

This time, let’s make tissue-paper hibiscus flowers so you can enjoy a tropical vibe indoors.

What you’ll need: double-sided tape, string, tissue paper, yellow tissue paper cut into 3 cm-wide strips, floristry wire, and scissors.

Many people probably imagine red when they think of hibiscus, but since there’s a wide range of colors, it could be fun to experiment with different variations.