[For Seniors] Exciting Summer Wall Decoration Ideas

Glowing & Moving Firefly

[Craft Idea] Glowing & Moving Fireflies (June/Summer) (Activities for Older Adults) (Early Childhood/Educational) (Wall Decorations) (Arts & Crafts) (Glow-in-the-Dark Stickers) (Origami) (OT)

These days, we see fireflies in nature less and less.

There was a time when fireflies would fly near rice paddies and marshes, their tails glowing.

Some older folks may remember spending summers watching them.

So here’s a craft that uses glow-in-the-dark stickers to make fireflies that shine in the dark.

Attach a glowing section made from the stickers to the body of a firefly cut out of construction paper.

Then tie a thread to the body and hang it up.

It will sway gently and look like a real firefly flying through the air.

It’s a firefly craft that can bring back nostalgic memories of summer.

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Bellflowers and Fireflies

[Craft Idea] Bellflower and Firefly (June/Summer) (Wall Decorations) (Senior Recreation, Occupational Therapy OT, Day Service) (Origami, 3D, DIY, Flower Craft)

“Balloon Flowers and Fireflies” is a simple summer wall art project for seniors made with origami and colored construction paper.

The balloon flower blossoms are recreated by rolling light purple or white origami paper into tubes to give them a three-dimensional, airy shape.

The leaves are made by folding green construction paper, then attaching and slightly lifting them to create a natural sense of depth.

The fireflies are crafted from black or brown construction paper for the bodies, with yellow circles to depict their glowing tails.

Arrange them against a night-sky-inspired background, and you’ll have a magical scene of fireflies dancing on a summer evening.

It’s a soothing recreation that conveys the warmth of handmade craft within a quiet landscape.

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Sea and palm trees

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Already missing summer vibes??🌞🏝️ This is a perfect beach scene craft before summer ends! This beachy paper scene brings all the sunny vibes. Palm trees, waves, and sunshine—perfect for squeezing in some last-minute summer feels. ☀️🕶️ Tag me if you create your own beachy scene @craftishcorner 💙💛🩷 #papercraft#beach#beachvibes#summer#summercrafts#diy#fyp

♬ Simple, light and bright song – Kohrogi

Palm trees are a perfect match for the summer seaside, aren’t they? If you add palm trees to the decorations on a facility’s wall, some older adults might be reminded of summer and the ocean.

So let’s try making palm trees out of construction paper.

Palm fronds are green and look like feathers, right? By making fine, narrow cuts in the paper, you can create palm leaf–like pieces.

Let’s also decorate with an ocean made by cutting the paper into gentle wave shapes.

For the sandy beach, you can tear construction paper to express the texture of sand.

These palm trees are great not only for wall decorations, but also for calendars and wreaths.

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Sea Turtle and Palm Tree

[Craft Idea] Sea Turtles and Palm Trees (August Summer) (August Wall Decorations, Senior Recreation, Occupational Therapy OT, Day Service, Childcare) (Sea, Origami)

Here’s an introduction to sea turtles and palm trees that evoke the image of a tropical ocean.

Cut construction paper into the shape of a sea turtle, making both the body and the shell circular.

If you make slits in these two pieces and interlock them, you’ll create a three-dimensional piece.

Using various patterns of origami paper for the shell will result in sea turtles with unique personalities.

It’s also nice to let seniors choose their favorite origami paper.

You can make coconuts in the same way to create more three-dimensional elements.

How about making lots of sea turtles and covering an entire wall with them? It’s a great way for seniors to feel the summer season.

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Three-dimensional jellyfish made of paper

[Understand in an Instant] How to Make a Paper Jellyfish / Paper Jellyfish Tutorial

A jellyfish gently swaying its body as it swims underwater.

Some people say that watching jellyfish at an aquarium calms and soothes them.

When you think of a jellyfish, you probably picture its distinctive long, trailing parts and its dome-shaped part.

Let’s focus on those two features and make a craft.

Take several strips of construction paper cut lengthwise, align their centers, and spread them out in a circle.

Prepare a ring made from construction paper, then attach the tips of the spread-out strips to the ring.

For the jellyfish’s long, trailing parts, make fine slits in the paper.

Cut them into thin, thread-like strands and curl them using a toothpick.

This uses lots of fine finger movements, which can help stimulate the brain.

Attach the dome-shaped part and the long, cut strands together to complete your jellyfish.

The finished piece also makes a great hanging decoration.

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Cut-and-paste fireworks craft

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Fireworks Festival – RADWIMPS

When you think of big summer events, fireworks come to mind, right? Many seniors also love fireworks.

But there are plenty of people who can’t watch them from home, and getting to the venue can be quite difficult.

For those people, this fireworks wall art is highly recommended.

Just cut construction paper into circles and stick origami pieces onto them—it’s an easy way to create a fireworks display for your wall.

Use colorful origami to craft beautiful fireworks.

Display them in your room and enjoy the excitement of summer’s main event every day.

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Star and Watermelon Decorations

Here’s an idea for a wall decoration that lets you enjoy both the Tanabata and summertime vibe: “Star and Watermelon Ornaments.” The watermelons are accordion-folded to create a three-dimensional look, while the stars are made from origami in coordinated colors and shapes.

Thread them and hang them from bamboo leaves for the finishing touch—the way they sway in the breeze feels refreshingly cool and makes for a visually delightful display.

The impression changes with different color combinations and arrangements, so there’s fun in experimenting, too.

Once you’ve finished decorating, the whole space is wrapped in the colors of summer, creating a bright, seasonal atmosphere.

It’s an easy yet festive wall art project that’s perfect for summer.

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