Decorating with paper opens up a world of creative possibilities for adding charm and personality to your home. From festive garlands to elegant wall art, paper decorations offer a budget-friendly and versatile way to refresh any space.
The beauty of paper crafts lies in their simplicity and adaptability; you can tailor them to match any theme or occasion, making them perfect for holidays, birthdays, or everyday decor.
One of the great joys of decorating with paper is the wide variety of projects you can undertake.
Imagine creating a stunning garland of paper pumpkins to celebrate autumn or crafting delicate paper wreaths to welcome the holiday season. Printable wall art makes it easy to switch up your decor without breaking the bank, allowing you to keep your space fresh and inviting.
These projects are not only fun and engaging but also a wonderful way to involve the whole family in decorating.
Decorating with Paper
With paper, the possibilities are endless. It's an accessible and enjoyable medium that allows you to express your creativity and bring a unique, personal touch to your home.
So why not dive into some paper decoration crafts and see where your imagination takes you?
Paper Garlands
Garlands are a fun way to spruce up your home for any occasion. These simple DIY projects add color and personality to your space without breaking the bank.
Bookpage Pumpkin Printable Garland for Fall
Celebrate autumn with a bookpage pumpkin garland.
This craft merges literary charm with fall warmth, making it an ideal decoration for bookcases or mantels. It carries a cozy, seasonal touch from Halloween through Thanksgiving.
Download and print your pumpkin garland here.
Nutcracker Garland for Christmas
Add some festive flair with a Nutcracker garland.
Available in pastel or vibrant colors, this decorative piece captures the magic of Christmas. Perfect for draping over a hutch or making it a standout feature in your holiday decor.
Paper Leaf Garland for Fall
This fall, make a paper leaf garland that complements your autumn decor.
Using tissue paper or brown paper bags, you can create a garland of leaves in different shades of autumnal colors, perfect for hanging over doors or windows.
Halloween Silhouette Bat Garland
Add an eerie touch to your Halloween decor with a silhouette bat garland.
Combine these printable bats with pom-poms on twine to create a whimsical yet spooky decoration for your mantel or hutch.
Valentine's Day Victorian-Inspired Garland
For a touch of vintage elegance, try making a Valentine's Day Victorian-Inspired Garland.
With its intricate patterns and elegant typography, this garland is not just for Valentine's Day; you can use it as a year-round decoration to add a bit of old-world charm to your space.
Letter & Number Garland
This letter & number pennant garland's versatility can be used for any holiday, birthday, season or any occasion. Print on regular paper, cut out the letters and numbers to spell what you want and hang with twine.
The directions are included on how to string a garland when you recieve the download just like all the other garland printables.
If you like this pennant garland you will love this letter and number scallap garland too.
Looking for more paper garland ideas? Check out these printables:
- Patriotic Bow Garland Printable
- DIY Book Page Ghost Garland Printable
- Christmas Stocking Advent Printable
- Gingerbread House Garland Printable
Wall Art
Wall art is a fantastic way to add character and charm to your home with minimal effort.
Whether it’s seasonal designs or everyday art, printables offer a flexible and affordable way to keep your decor fresh. You can switch them out as often as you like without committing to permanent changes.
Botanical Prints
These timeless botanical designs can be downloaded for free and framed to fit any room's decor, but what makes them so special? They are birth month flowers.
My favorite idea to share is printing out the birth months of someone's grandchildren or children and framing them for a birthday or Mother's Day present. I bought these little frames at Dollar Tree and hot-glued them to ribbon.
Whether you're aiming for a modern or classic look, botanical prints are a beautiful way to bring a touch of nature indoors. And we have many more botanical printables, such as roses and plants, to choose from here.
Vintage Art Handpainted Ghosts
Have you seen the thrifted ghost painting on Tiktok? Instead of spending hours searching for the right thrifted piece of art, we decided to print a few museum prints from our Etsy shop and paint ghosts on them.
If painting isn't your thing but you adore this style, you have the option to purchase a set of three ghostly pieces that have been pre-painted by us.
Santa Claus Reindeer Sleigh Set
This Santa Claus Reindeer Sleigh set of 3 printables is a best seller in our Etsy shop.
It's easy to see why people love it. This wall art set includes one print of Santa and two prints of an interconnected sleigh and his reindeer in a snowy background. These prints are a great way to add Christmas cheer to your living room or any room.
Vintage Landscapes
If you love the look of vintage landscape art, then you will enjoy looking at all the landscape printables here. All these museum prints can be printed on larger-sized papers, and they look amazing with cottagecore decor.
Looking for more paper wall art ideas? Check out these printables:
- Watercolor Bunny Wall Art Printable
- Vintage Sleigh Printable Wall Art
- Fall Farmhouse Pumpkin Wall Art
- Retro Halloween Cat Printable Wall Art
Paper Wreaths
Paper wreaths are an enjoyable craft that can easily be tailored to fit any theme or season. Plus, they make for a great family activity, allowing everyone to get involved in the decorating fun.
Christmas Cookie Wreath
Another fun project is the Christmas Cookie Wreath printable.
This festive decor features printable cookie designs that you can arrange into a sweet and whimsical decoration. It’s perfect for hanging on your front door or in the kitchen, adding a playful touch to your holiday decor.
Retro Classroom Valentine Card Wreath
Using retro school Valentine card printables, I crafted a delightful wreath that now hangs on a stack of cutting boards in my kitchen sitting room.
It adds a pop of color and whimsy to the space. You could hang yours on a door, a wall, or even a bedroom mirror for a nostalgic Valentine’s Day display.
Table Settings
Table settings can truly come to life with the right paper details, adding a touch of elegance and charm to your gatherings.
“Buon Appetito”
For an Italian dinner party, consider using a “Buon Appetito” printable.
Simply tie it to a freshly baked roll with twine, creating a delightful place setting that will make your guests feel like their dinner table is nestled in a cozy Italian villa.
Birth Month Flower Candle Holder
For Mother's Day, combine floral beauty with candlelight for a customized touch.
Choose the birth month flowers of each family member and candle holder lanterns. This DIY is easy to follow and only takes a few hours at most to complete. Get all the details in my post Sentimental Glow: Birth Month Flower Candle Holder DIY.
Aloha Printable
Grab this aloha printable to decorate for a luau or pool party.
I created it, and if you sign up for my newsletter, you can print it out on cardstock, cut it out and use it for your Hawaiian luau party.
DIY Projects
DIY projects using paper are a fantastic way to infuse your decor with a personal touch. Let’s dive into some exciting ideas you can try at home.
DIY Picture Frame Ornament
This easy DIY picture frame ornament adds a personal touch to your holiday décor, and makes a sweet gift anyone will love. Get all the details in my post DIY Picture Frame Ornament for Printables Too.
Create a festive touch with the DIY picture frame ornament. Perfect for showcasing favorite photos or festive printables, it’s a thoughtful gift idea and a charming addition to your Christmas tree. I used a swan printable from my Etsy shop.
Presidents Silhouettes Decoration
Another great DIY project is crafting patriotic decor. President silhouettes make for unique and meaningful decorations, especially around patriotic holidays such as 4th of July, Veterans Day, Presidents Day and so on.
You can create silhouettes of iconic figures using my Free printable of presidents like Abraham Lincoln or George Washington. Get all the instructions on how to make it in my post Easy DIY Presidents Silhouettes Decoration for the 4th of July.
Gingerbread Village Centerpiece
One charming idea is to create a DIY Gingerbread Village Centerpiece.
Using printable gingerbread houses and a bit of candlelight, you can craft a cozy village scene right on your table. It's a lovely way to bring festive charm to your home without much effort.
May Day Basket
If you love the idea of handmade gifts, try your hand at making a Mother's Day May Day basket.
Using our free toile printable, you can make a May Day basket to give to Mom for Mother's Day or other special occasions.
Heart Doily Envelopes
For a vintage feel, try crafting Heart Doily Envelopes for Valentine's Day.
These elegant envelopes can hold love notes or small treats, adding a nostalgic touch to your decorations or gifts. They're so easy! Just a doily and a few folds.
Make a Witches Hat
A DIY paper witch hat is a fun way to add a personal and whimsical touch to your decorations.
This easy DIY only requires a witch hat template in our Etsy shop, card stock, scissors, and tape. It's a lot of fun for the whole family. Print it in different sizes to add to all your Halloween decor.
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Final Thoughts on Decorating with Paper
Decorating with paper is not only cost-effective but also a wonderfully creative way to personalize your space. Whether you’re making garlands, wall art, festive wreaths, or easy paper crafts, the possibilities are endless.
Paper crafts are easy to customize for any theme or season, and they’re perfect for involving the whole family. Imagine a cozy night in, creating unique decorations that will make your home feel truly special.
Plus, with printable templates readily available, you can quickly change up your decor to keep things fresh and exciting. So, gather your supplies, let your creativity flow, and enjoy the satisfaction of making beautiful paper decorations that will brighten your home and bring joy to your loved ones.
Looking for More Decorating with Paper Inspiration?
Love all things paper? Learn how to make your own paper in my post How to Make Homemade Paper from Recycled Paper. You can use it to create art, write letters, or use as wrapping paper.
Can't get enough decorating with paper ideas? Check out these posts:
- Crafting Spooky Magic: How to Make Halloween Decorations Out of Paper
- Beautiful Free Printable Home Decor For Every Room
- Adorable Pumpkin Craft Printable Decorations for Kids and Adults
- Crafting Christmas Cheer with Paper: Printables for a Festive Season
Happy Decorating!
