Make a Sweet & Simple Banner for Just a Few Dollars
A custom look in 5 easy steps
As I was finishing up the details for my 4-year-old's birthday party last month, I realized that I wasn't really happy with any of the decorations I had on hand. It just felt like something was missing. After seeing some cute buntings and fabric banners on Pinterest, I realized I'd be happiest (and save myself a trip to Party City) if I just made a version my own. This project was ever-so-simple, and I was thrilled with how it turned out.
Here's how I did it:
DIY Crepe Paper Banner Tutorial
- Cut 2 strips of crepe paper and place one on top of the other. My lengths varied between about 35"-37". Fold in half.
- Cut a triangle shape out of the ends to give the tails a "ribbon" look.
- Starting in the center of the strips, gently twist the paper together, around and around, until you have about 2" of a tightly-wound strand.
- Grasp the streamers together at the top, and make a loop by twisting the sides around each other. You could probably use glue to secure the loops for good, but I didn't, and it still looks great. --Repeat Steps 1-4 until you have enough pieces for your banner.--
- Cut a piece of twine or yarn to your desired length, decide on a pattern, and slide the loops onto string. Hang and enjoy!
During the party, I got tons of compliments on the banner, and I actually ended up liking it so much, it earned a permanent spot in the playroom!
I'm looking to add more ideas to my party arsenal. What are some other party-decorating tricks you use? Do you buy decorations new for each event or do you reuse them? Let me know!
Love this idea! Turned out so cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ginger :) Glad you stopped by!
DeleteKristen! I love this and instantly found my Valentines decorations! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteYay! So funny because I made them for my daughter's bday party, but as I was posting this, I was thinking they could totally work for Valentine's Day, too! Thanks, Susie!
DeleteMy daughter just had her birthday party...wish I'd seen this sooner. Will have to remember for the next party. A nice way to add a punch of color.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely! They actually make a nice decoration for any time--this one is hanging in our playroom now, and it makes it feel cozy in bright in there. Thanks for visiting, Sheila!
DeleteWhat a great tutorial! This can be used for everyday decor in my kiddos rooms (we know how they change their minds almost monthly as to their fave colors/themes/etc. are), so this is a great inexpensive decor idea!
ReplyDeleteLOL, thanks, Raina! And if you threw in a few neutral colors, you could just swap out the more dominant ones when it comes time to change!! Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteThis is such a great idea! I love the look of it!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sophie! I can't believe how cheap it was, too!
DeleteI love this simple project! It would look awesome in my children's room. Pinning and making it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the inspiration!
What a nice project for a winter day with a party on the way. Your banner would make any room look like party time. Love it.
ReplyDeleteI would love to have you to link up at my weekly Clever Chicks Blog Hop: http://www.the-chicken-chick.com/2014/01/clever-chicks-blog-hop-70-with-three.html
I hope you can make it!
Cheers,
Kathy Shea Mormino
The Chicken Chick
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Thanks so much, Kathy! I'll check it out!! :)
DeleteThank you for sharing this! I am totally making this for my sons birthday coming up!!!
ReplyDeleteYay! That's totally the best comment I could get! :) Have fun!
DeleteWhat a great idea Kristen!!! The banner is sooo pretty!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Christine!
DeleteThis is a super cool idea! I am adding this to my ideas for my sons May birthday party.
ReplyDeleteI would love to have you hop over and share with us at Tell Me About It Tuesday (http://www.sweetsillysara.com/2014/01/tell-me-about-it-tuesday-3.html)
That's great!! My son's bday is in May, too, so I have a feeling I'll be making another soon :)
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