[For Seniors] Exciting Summer Wall Decoration Ideas

Morning Glory ~Wire Craft~

Craft Idea: Morning Glory – Wire Craft (July–August, Summer) (Wall Decorations, Recreational Activities for Seniors, Occupational Therapy OT, Day Service) (Origami, Flexible Wire) (DIY)

Let us introduce a summertime craft for seniors that offers a slightly mature, elegant atmosphere: the Morning Glory Wire Craft.

Using soft craft wire, you can freely bend and shape the petals and vines of morning glories, creating a delicate piece that highlights the beauty of clean lines.

By layering and attaching colored paper or tissue paper at the center of the flowers, you add dimension and color for a more authentic morning glory look.

As you intertwine wire-made leaves and vines, a dynamic design emerges.

The finished piece is perfect for hanging on a wall or displaying by a window.

It’s a refined, refreshing craft that invites focus and imagination.

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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!

Goldfish made by folding felt

Summer vacation craft! Fold felt to make a goldfish♪

Introducing a gentle craft idea for seniors that you can enjoy with a summery feel: “Folded Felt Goldfish.” Using soft, easy-to-handle felt as if it were origami, fold and shape it into a cute goldfish.

The thickness makes it easy to hold, so it’s suitable even for those who find fine motor tasks challenging.

Place the finished goldfish on light blue felt, and it will look as if it’s swimming in cool water.

Its refreshing appearance makes it delightful to display.

It’s a relaxing, seasonal recreation you can enjoy without strain.

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Goldfish made with origami

Cute goldfish made with origami — perfect for summer decorations ☆ #origami #summer #cute #goldfish

Here’s an idea for making a goldfish using two sheets of origami paper.

If you use 15 cm paper, the goldfish will turn out quite large, so if you want to make a smaller one, cut the paper into quarters and use that.

With the first sheet, make the goldfish’s head and body, as well as the dorsal and pectoral fins.

With the second sheet, make the decorative tail fin.

Basically, you’ll create creases and fold along them, but for the tail fin you’ll need to open up the pockets to squash them and fold the edges narrowly, so proceed carefully.

Once both parts are finished, attach them together, add the eyes, and you’re done.

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goldfish wind chime

[Origami] How to Make a Goldfish Wind Chime

On hot summer days, hearing the tinkling sound of wind chimes—“chirin, chirin”—can make the heat feel more bearable.

Many older adults may also associate wind chimes with the image of summer.

With that in mind, here’s a perfect summer craft: a goldfish wind chime.

The goldfish will be made with origami.

Because the goldfish has a three-dimensional finish, attach it to the bell portion of the wind chime and add a tanzaku (paper strip).

If you also attach a small bell, you’ll hear a gentle sound every time the wind blows.

Older adults may find it novel that you can make a wind chime out of origami.

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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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Hanging decorations of sea creatures

Suzuran tape comes in a variety of colors.

It’s a flat plastic bag-type tape that expands the possibilities for crafts.

Prepare cutouts shaped like illustrations of sea creatures such as fish, octopuses, and jellyfish.

Attach them to several strands of Suzuran tape, hang them up, and you’re done.

Using blue or light blue Suzuran tape enhances the ocean atmosphere even more.

For the sea creatures, coloring pages are fine, or you can have seniors draw them.

You can also find sea creature illustrations online, which makes it easy to try.

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