[For Seniors] Exciting Summer Wall Decoration Ideas
It’s the time of year when we start to break a sweat and feel the heat.
As we get older, it’s said we feel the heat less.
Some people even avoid going out due to concerns about heatstroke.
So why not create a summery atmosphere indoors instead? Here are some ideas for summer wall decorations.
We’ve gathered pieces that evoke classic summer scenes and a sense of coolness.
They’re easy to make, so you can use them for craft activities.
Craft sessions can help with finger dexterity and stimulate the brain by thinking through the steps.
From wreaths and mobiles to tapestries, there’s a wide variety of wall decor ideas.
How about making and displaying them to enjoy the summer?
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[For Seniors] Introducing Exciting Summer Wall Decoration Ideas (1–10)
Mural of Fireworks
When it comes to easy summer recreation activities you can try at welfare facilities and similar settings, a fireworks wall mural is a great choice.
It’s also recommended for those who want residents to experience the feeling of summer but find it difficult to take them outside.
You can make it with construction paper, though it does involve some fine motor tasks, such as using tweezers.
Because it can be done indoors while seated, it’s an easy and enjoyable activity for older adults as well.
It’s also a good idea to display the finished pieces in a common area and enjoy the view of the fireworks as if they’re bursting in the sky.
Hula Girls and Hibiscus
How about a wall decoration with hula girls and hibiscus flowers that makes you feel like you’ve escaped to a warm southern island? It’s a great idea to give older adults—who may find travel difficult—a taste of a trip and a bit of summer mood.
Use construction paper or origami to make hula girls dancing the hula, along with lots of hibiscus flowers, and create a lively wall display! For the hibiscus blooms, it’s also recommended to take apart Hawaiian leis or artificial flowers sold at 100-yen shops and reuse the pieces.
You can even incorporate them into parts of the hula girls’ outfits.
And while admiring this wall decoration, why not give hula dancing a try yourself?
paper lantern
As one of the quintessential features of summer, summer festivals are indispensable, aren’t they? And when you think of festivals, many people probably picture paper lanterns.
Lanterns can be seen all over festivals, such as along shrine approaches and in front of food stalls.
That’s why incorporating lanterns into your wall decorations can instantly create a festive atmosphere.
In addition to making flat versions by cutting and pasting construction paper, you can also create three-dimensional ones with origami.
Give it a try and make various kinds of lanterns to decorate with.
[For Seniors] Introducing Exciting Summer Wall Decoration Ideas (11–20)
Goldfish sway ornament
We would like to introduce a summer-themed wall decoration idea: the “Swaying Goldfish” mobile.
Attach tissue-paper fins to goldfish cut from colored construction paper to create a soft, airy texture.
Use light blue paper for the background and add aquatic plants to evoke a cool, underwater atmosphere.
The hanging goldfish sway gently, adding a dynamic, refreshing feel.
The materials are safe and the process is simple.
Working in a group can also encourage interaction among participants.
It’s a wall decoration that lets you enjoy the feeling of summer—give it a try!
Beer and edamame
We’ll introduce how to fold a beer-themed origami that forms a pouch and can even be used as an envelope, along with an edamame design that pairs perfectly with beer.
For the beer origami, yellow paper is recommended.
It’s also nice to add a message with a white pen, like tiny bubbles.
The edamame looks cute if you make it from a quarter-sized sheet of origami paper.
You can make two types: with pods and without.
After crafting such delicious-looking origami, you might find yourself craving the real thing! Give it a try yourself.
morning glory
Origami morning glories are a fun seasonal craft that captures the feeling of summer.
Add green leaves and vines to the brightly colored blooms and arrange them freely to create a scene that looks as if morning glories are blooming in a garden.
Displaying them like a wall decoration will brighten up your room and lift the spirits of anyone who sees them.
The steps are mostly simple and easy to fold even for older adults, and the sense of accomplishment when finished is exceptional.
Why not add a subtle touch of color to your summer life with handmade morning glories?
Water Lilies and Goldfish
A refreshing wall display! Here are ideas with water lilies and goldfish.
With the summer heat dragging on, many of you may be looking for ways to feel a bit cooler.
Let’s create a wall decoration featuring goldfish swimming serenely in the water and beautifully blooming water lilies.
What you’ll need: colored construction paper, tissue paper, scissors, glue, facial tissue, a plate, a pencil, rubber bands, and chopsticks or another round stick.
By adjusting the sizes of the materials you use, you can enjoy a different look and feel.