[For Seniors] Exciting Summer Wall Decoration Ideas

Obon decorations: origami Chinese lantern (hozuki)

[Origami] How to fold a Chinese lantern plant (Hozuki) for Obon decorations ☆ Easy summer flower origami

Hozuki (Chinese lantern plants) serve as lanterns to guide ancestors home during Obon.

Many older adults may display them at home while thinking of their ancestors.

Let’s make hozuki out of origami and decorate the wall.

Prepare orange origami paper and shape it into a plump, balloon-like 3D form to create a realistic hozuki fruit.

Then make a stem with green-toned origami and combine them to finish! It’s also recommended as a brain-training activity to make together with older adults.

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Shaved ice wall decoration

How to Make a “Kakigori” Wall Decoration! Easy with Free Templates! Summer, July, August, Festival, Shaved Ice, Food Stall, Construction Paper Crafts, Wall Decor, Papercraft, Paper Craft

In summer, you can find all kinds of shaved ice—luxurious versions loaded with fruit, Japanese-style varieties, and ones with a fluffy texture! In recent years, stylish cafes and specialty shops offering rich shaved ice have even become a hot topic.

Shaved ice also makes a perfect motif for summer wall decorations.

It brings a cool, refreshing vibe, so try making some together with seniors for a fun activity.

Another plus is that just changing the syrup color can create a vibrant, colorful display.

There aren’t many paper parts to cut out either, so it’s an easy theme to craft.

If a shaved ice alone feels a bit plain, add elements like a traditional “kakigōri” banner or an old-fashioned ice shaver for an extra charming touch!

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dogwood (flowering dogwood)

[1 sheet of origami] No scissors or glue needed! Easy and cute 3D dogwood flower: how to fold it. How to make a dogwood with origami. [Flower]

The dogwood is a plant that blooms from late spring to early summer, and white and pink are the classic flower colors.

This origami recreates the dogwood in three dimensions, featuring a soft look achieved by skillfully incorporating a crease in the center.

A key point is that you don’t use scissors or glue; instead, use reverse folds effectively to form sturdy petals.

Paying close attention to the fine creases when shaping the center of the flower is important for conveying an overall softness.

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Sunflower summer wreath

Easy with dollar-store wreath and felt! How to make a sunflower summer wreath [Flowers made from felt] | DIY Sunflower Summer Wreath [Felt Flowers]

This sunflower summer wreath has a natural feel that lifts your spirits.

It’s great as a wall decoration for your room or as a small accent on a shelf! It also makes a perfect gift for friends, kids, or grandkids, so why not give it a try? Making a template beforehand makes it easier to cut the felt.

There are lots of pieces, so it might take a little time, but it’s a project you can work on steadily and enjoy as a hobby.

The wreath base can be a 100-yen shop item.

Feel free to customize the felt colors, the sunflowers, and the wreath size, or add a ribbon—make it your own!

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Sunflower wall-hanging arrangement

[IGTV] Wall-hanging sunflower arrangement made with artificial flowers

This is a wall-hanging arrangement made with artificial sunflowers.

Besides hanging it on a room wall, it’s also great for decorating your front door! Using tree branches as the base, arrange sunflowers and green-toned materials.

You can find the materials at 100-yen shops, so it’s a good idea to check the stores regularly.

First, bundle the green materials and secure them with a cable tie, then bundle the sunflowers while checking the balance.

You can add other materials afterward to increase volume.

Finally, tie two spots with a wide ribbon and you’re done! It also makes a perfect gift, so give it a try.

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Sunflower wall decoration

Kimie Gangi’s July wall display: Fast, super-easy “Sunflowers made with Hanako-chan”

Here’s an idea for sunflower wall decorations that will instantly brighten up your summer walls! Sunflowers are the quintessential summer flower—many of us may have grown them in our gardens as children.

Why not enjoy making these while reminiscing about those days? Layer two sheets of tissue paper, fold them in an accordion, staple the center to secure, trim both ends, and then fan it open to create the sunflower petals.

For the center of the sunflower, you can cut a circle out of construction paper and add patterns with crayons or other materials.

Depending on the size of your wall, use sunflowers as accents or make lots of them to create a stunning large display!

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ice pop

Let’s make an ice pop out of origami—an essential treat for hot summer days.

Using a single sheet of paper, we’ll create the base for the whole piece.

By forming solid overlaps, you’ll achieve a three-dimensional look with the stick appearing to be inserted into the ice.

After that, just layer various colors and decorations inspired by real ice pops, and you’re done.

As you recall the flavors you crave in the summer heat, train your creativity by thinking about how to recreate them in design.

Because it’s simple, there’s plenty of room for playful customization.

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