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Making a DIY Tissue Paper Tassel Garland
Decorate your home or kids' room with a simple and attractive tissue paper tassel garland. This easy, fun, and affordable DIY project requires minimal supplies and offers a visually appealing decoration for parties and children's spaces.
Materials - Tissue paper (standard size about 75cm x 50cm) - Scissors or sharp paper knife - Ruler - String, twine, or pack thread for the base - Hot glue gun (optional, for securing tassels) - Multiple colors of tissue paper for variety
Instructions
- Unfold tissue paper sheets and separate them into piles of 5 sheets.
- Fold each pile in half lengthwise.
- Measure about 4 cm from one edge and cut vertical fringes about 1 cm wide from that edge toward the fold, leaving the 4 cm section uncut. This creates the tassel top.
- Carefully separate the layers—each sheet forms one tassel.
- Roll each tassel from one side tightly, then twist the uncut top to close.
- Repeat for multiple tassels in your color choice.
- Tie or glue the tassels spaced evenly along your string or thread.
- Hang your garland on walls, across ceilings, or where desired.
The method creates lightweight, colorful tassels that move gently in the air, perfect for lively party atmospheres or cheerful kids' room decor. No glue or tape is absolutely necessary if you twist the tassels well, making it a clean and easy craft.
Additional Garland Ideas
For a change, you can try other types of paper garlands such as flower garlands made from tissue paper layers sewn or strung together, accordion-style bunting, or paper dot strings. Each of these can be made from scrap paper or recycled paper for eco-friendly decorating. For a different texture, mesh garlands using deco mesh and floral wire are also popular for year-round decoration but require wire and pipe cleaners.
To make a DIY paper garland, you will need construction paper, scissors, a ruler, and a pen. The paper is first folded in half and marked with 1/2 inch lines at the top and bottom. Once all cuts are made, the paper is unfolded and stretched out to reveal the finished garland. Repeat the cutting process for the rest of your chosen colors. Instructions for the garland include folding the paper, marking 1/2 inch lines, making 1/2 inch vertical marks, cutting along the marks, unfolding the paper, and using tape to hang.
These DIY paper garlands are an excellent way to add a personal touch to your party decorations or kids' room decor. For more paper craft ideas, visit the blog Pink Stripey Socks. Happy crafting!
Add a touch of vibrant color to your home-and-garden by creating a home-made tissue paper tassel garland according to the DIY Tissue Paper Tassel Garland instructions. Alternatively, craft flower garlands made from tissue paper layers for a change, suitable for both eco-friendly decorating and lively party atmospheres, as suggested in Additional Garland Ideas.
