DIY Vintage Ornament Wall Decor Tree

Looking for an engaging senior activity for the holidays? This DIY Vintage Ornament Wall Decor Tree is a wonderful aged care craft that promotes fine motor skills and creates beautiful festive aged care decor. It’s an easy, space-saving Christmas decoration that uses classic holiday elements!

🖨️ Printable Instructions Available

For a quick reference guide, printable instructions for this DIY project are available below.

Materials Checklist

Gathering the materials is the first step in this enjoyable group activity.

• Bulletin Board: A large, sturdy cork bulletin board that can be easily hung on a wall.
• Vintage Ornaments: A collection of various sizes and colors. Shatterproof is highly recommended.
• Push Pins: Simple, clear or colored push pins for securing the ornaments.
• Optional: Hot glue gun for a more permanent project.
• Star Topper: One star ornament or similar topper.
• Trunk Ornaments: One or more uniquely shaped ornaments for the trunk.

Activity Steps

1. Hang the Board

Hang the bulletin board securely on the wall.

2. Start the Base

Start the first row near the bottom (leaving space for a trunk). Secure the ornaments to the board using push pins.

3. Build the Shape

Work upward, adding rows of ornaments. Make each row shorter than the one below it to form the classic Christmas tree shape.

4. Finish the Details

Finish by placing the star topper at the very top and using unique ornaments to form the tree trunk at the base.

Other Resources

We hope this DIY project brings joy and creativity to your facility this holiday season!

Keeping a robust schedule of engaging activities is key to maintaining mental and physical wellbeing. You can check out other resource activity to do for seniors here: Arts & Crafts for Seniors