If you’re throwing a kids’ birthday party or shower, or simply want to adorn your home with a cute garland, check out these DIY projects. Try everything from super simple circle stickers and washi tape to fun, whimsical fruit balloons. The great part about making your own is that you can customize the garlands to fit your party’s color palette.
Tissue Paper Picado (via You Are My Fave) If you love the look of paper picado garlands, this is an easy five-minute version using a punch kit and some colorful tissue paper.
Mini Tassel (via Studio DIY) This mini tissue paper garland is so cute it would add a bit of whimsy to any kids’ room, not just a party.
Fruit Balloon Garland (via Oh Happy Day) These “fruit” balloons are made simply by blowing up balloons to different sizes and taping paper leaves to some. Utterly unique and adorable!
Washi Tape Bunting (via Poppy Talk) Fold different colored washi tape over string for a simple, festive bunting.
Circle Garland (via Paper & Stitch) Making a garland doesn’t get any easier than this – simply fold circle labels over string and you’re done!
Paper Ball Chain (via Dana Made It) This garland takes a bit more work due to the sewing of the paper circles, but the result is stunning.
Crepe Paper Garland (via Oh Happy Day) Fold crepe paper and snip it up for a darling garland.
Donut Garland (via My Poppet) Kids will love making these fun paper plate and confetti craft “donut” garlands.
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