[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 (161–170)
mountain wall surface
In July, Mt.
Fuji’s climbing season officially opens, right? How about a mountain-themed wall decoration for a day service craft activity to mark the occasion? Some seniors may have mountain-climbing experience.
It would be wonderful to have them share their memories while making the mountain! The method is very simple—just cut construction paper into the shape of a mountain.
Using multiple colors instead of just one will likely improve the design.
You could also collaborate elements in the background—like the sun, clouds, birds, or a line from a haiku or poem—to create a more interesting wall display.
Morning glory leaves and vines made with origami
This project combines not only morning glory flowers but also leaves and vines.
By carefully layering parts like flowers and leaves—crafted with clever reverse folds—you can aim for a three-dimensional, soft look.
While the flowers and leaves tend to stand out, paying close attention to the length and shape of the vines will further enhance the beauty of the morning glory.
Create the flowers and leaves with reverse folds for a three-dimensional effect, then decorate them with vines made by twisting thinly cut strips of origami paper using a simple process.
It’s also recommended to consider how the vines overlap and finish them as if they’re wrapping around other decorations.
Morning glory in origami kirie (paper-cut art)
This is a simple craft where you fold an origami sheet into a small shape, cut along a curved line, and then unfold it to reveal a morning glory shape.
For morning glories, the star-like form at the center is important, so the folding steps are key to making it appear well.
The fine reverse folds may seem tricky, but it’s just a repetition of straight folds—proceed by checking which line to align with each time.
Since the finished piece has a star-shaped hole, you might place white paper behind it to make the pattern stand out.
Morning-after frame
We all want seniors who find it difficult to go out to be able to enjoy beautiful flowers, don’t we? This time, we’re introducing a frame decorated with origami morning glories.
It’s a simple craft: just attach origami morning glories to an origami frame.
We hope this lovely piece will give viewers the feeling of having admired real flowers! Morning glories are often associated with “summer,” but they bloom from the rainy season through around November.
Through this activity, even seniors who find it hard to sense the changing seasons may be able to feel them—and the conversation about their blooming period is sure to be lively.
wave wall surface
July 3 is “Wave Day.” Because it’s a wordplay on the date, it’s an easy anniversary to remember! If you’re unsure what to make for your July wall display, try a wave-themed design to match the occasion.
Fold white construction paper and blue-toned papers—like light blue, blue, and navy— in half to create a crease.
Then tear along the line by hand in a wavy motion to capture the look of waves.
Slightly offset and glue each torn strip to create wave components.
Make lots of these components and your wave wall display is complete! You can also decorate between the waves with sea creatures, boats, or swimmers to make the display even livelier.
shooting star decoration
Let’s make shooting star decorations and have everyone make wishes for Tanabata! Cut star shapes out of construction paper and attach several colors of raffia ribbon to create a shooting star.
If you stick small star-shaped pieces onto the raffia ribbon, it will sparkle even more—highly recommended.
On the paper star itself, write your wishes or draw and paste pictures of Orihime and Hikoboshi to decorate.
You can use the finished piece as a wall decoration, or attach a string and hang it on bamboo.
net ornament
Let’s make net-style decorations using origami or colored construction paper and turn them into wall decor! The method is very simple: fold the paper firmly, then make alternating slits from the right and from the left, and when you open it up, you’ll have a net decoration.
Key points to watch out for: don’t accidentally cut all the way through when making the slits with scissors, and open it up slowly.
Be careful so it doesn’t tear.
If you make the slits finer, you can create a more luxurious-looking net decoration.
It’s also a great idea to use different colors to represent a colorful Milky Way.
