Handmade ideas for summer decorations. Perfect for interior decor and craft activities!

Sparkling hourglass

[Easy Craft 🍉] How to Make a Sparkling Hourglass ❣️

Let’s make a cute, sparkly hourglass that doubles as interior decor.

Prepare two small bottles, glitter to use as sand, a clear plastic file sheet, and decorative parts.

Cut the clear file slightly larger than the bottle opening and make a hole in the center for the glitter to pass through.

Attach tape and half-cover the hole, then glue it to the bottle.

Add the glitter and glue on the other bottle.

Finish it off cutely with decorative parts.

After adding the glitter, be careful not to turn it over until the adhesive has dried.

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lampshade

I tried making a lampshade! Perfect for a summer vacation project—my child and I had fun making it together 😊

Here’s a lampshade idea that also works as room decor.

Brush glue mixed with water onto an inflated balloon, then stick on small torn pieces of washi paper.

For sturdiness, layer the washi several times until the balloon’s color isn’t very visible.

Be sure to leave an opening where the light will go.

Since washi is white, use tissue paper if you want to add color.

Once it’s completely dry, pop the balloon and remove it, then secure a wire along the inside edge of the opening for the light to finish it off.

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Sunflowers to make with kids

This is a sunflower craft whose finely layered petals evoke the fun of summer.

First, make the center part out of cardboard or thick paper, then attach the petals to it.

Punch holes in the round center piece and thread string through them to faithfully recreate the look of a sunflower’s center.

After that, just glue the petals around the edge and you’re done—the key is how you choose the petal colors and how you layer them.

For a more realistic look, it’s also recommended to curl the petals to add a three-dimensional effect.

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Sparkly inedible dessert

Why not try your hand at sweets art with “sparkly inedible desserts”? They look just like real jelly! But… in fact, they’re entirely handmade fake sweets.

Using resin sheets, glitter, and clear materials, this craft lets you create jewel-like desserts you can’t eat.

Their cute, mysterious look will captivate anyone who sees them! Most people will probably think, “I’ve always wanted to taste a dessert like this at least once.” They’re sure to be eye-catching, photogenic pieces.

Plus, put them on a light base and they glow! It’s the perfect finishing touch for a romantically charming sweet.

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How to make a watermelon bar squishy

[Low-Rebound] How to Make a Watermelon Bar Squishy 🍉 Squeeze Toy 🏝 Summer Vacation Craft [Handmade Squishy]

Looks just like a real ice pop!? Juicy to the eye and satisfyingly squishy to the touch, the “Watermelon Bar Squishy” is an adorable handmade craft perfect for summer.

It’s an easy yet highly polished project, especially recommended for upper-grade girls.

Start with a sponge from the 100-yen shop and cut it into the shape of a watermelon ice bar.

Carefully paint a red–green–white gradient with acrylic paints.

Recreate the seeds realistically using black paint or clay.

A wooden stick works perfectly for the ice pop handle.

People are sure to say, “That looks delicious!” It’s cute to look at and fun to touch—give this delightful summer science/craft project a try!

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Honey Toast accessory case

[Sweets Deco] How to Make a Honey Toast Trinket Box [Fake Sweets, Clay Craft, DIY Fake Sweets]

Almost real? Let’s make a sweet and cute “Honey Toast Trinket Box”! It’s a big hit with upper-grade girls: it looks like a dessert, but inside it’s a practical storage box.

The design mimics crispy honey toast topped with plenty of honey, ice cream, and fruit.

It’s a craft project with a soft, sweet vibe.

Using paper clay, sponge, and paints, you can create realistic “browned edges” and a “melty” look.

Coming up with the decorations will be fun to do with friends, too.

Try finishing it off cutely with silicone whipped cream and berries.

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Goldfish hanging ornaments

Summer decorations Goldfish hanging ornament “Part 2” Introducing how to make the basket and decorations! How about a goldfish ornament made from origami? Perfect for summer festival decorations! [Tsukuru-mon]

If you like origami or want to try something a bit more complex, I recommend a hanging goldfish ornament.

You’ll start by making three parts: first, a lantern-shaped basket; second, the goldfish; and third, a square ornament.

Then you’ll assemble them with glue so the goldfish sits inside the basket, with the decorative square attached above.

The structure is intricate and involves many steps, but that makes the sense of accomplishment all the greater.

It also has a striking presence, so it’s sure to wow anyone who sees it.

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