14 Paper Straw Crafts We Adore
After yesterday’s DIY cookie party favor post, we were determined to discover more uses for our adorable paper straws. Paper straws come in such a wide variety of cute colors and eye-catching patterns that we knew there were creative DIY crafters out there who were finding ways to make inexpensive paper straws into inexpensively beautiful decor. It was easy to find 14 paper straw crafts to add to our list of must-make DIY crafts.
1. Cake Banners
These paper straws take the pressure off of us unskilled cake decorators out there. Create a cute paper banner to string between paper straw pillars to display a sweet message without messy icing calligraphy.
2. Cupcake Toppers
We couldn’t forget one of our own easy paper straw projects! These adorable tulle pom pom cupcake toppers are very easy to make, head over to our tutorial and learn how to make them at your next party.
3. Cake Pops
If cake banners and cupcake toppers aren’t satisfying your cute craving, turn paper straws into cake pop sticks! A perfect bite of sweetness.
4. Pinwheel Party Favors
Pinwheel party favors would be a big hit at kids parties, bridal showers, or outdoor events. With paper straws and quality crafting paper, you’re on your way to an easy and adorable favor for guests to take home.
5. Place Card Holders
Get out your glue gun, you’ll be needing it to make these delightful paper straw easels that are absolutely perfect for place card holders at events.
6. Place Setting Flags
While they may be similar, these place setting flags are too cute not to feature! Choosing different straw colors and patterns can help you recreate these themed card holders for your own wedding or event.
7. Drink & Food Labels
Guide your guests without needing room for a drink menu. Paper straws shine here as they fulfill their original purpose, while a small drink label gives it an added design flair. From flowers to hearts to small flags, customize your drinking straws to fit your theme.
8. Picture Frames
This photo frame is simply sweet, decorating a plain picture frame with paper straws is a simple but adorable way to show off your loved ones and fun memories with style.
9. Hanging Flower Pots
Who would have guessed that straws are a cute way to hang potted plants? Why spend unneeded money when you can make these with paper straws and string!
10. Straw Banner
A paper straw banner would be a perfect addition to party decor, but we think its cute enough to earn a permanent place on your wall. Change up colors and patterns to suit your event, or to simply suit your taste.
11. Straw Vase
Dress up an old or plain vase with paper straws to add a pop of color to your flower bouquets. Decorate more than one and create a beautiful and unique display for mantles, tabletops, or centerpieces.
12. Framed Wall Decor
These are a cute way to add art to your wall. Personalize them for your family without the hefty price tag of ordering custom artwork. We think this is a cute idea for brides too, use the couple’s initials or a special date for a sweet display and a long-lasting keepsake.
13. Straw Wreath
Wreaths are a stylish way to add flair to decor, doors, and walls. Nowadays wreaths use all sorts of creative materials, paper straws included! Add a mirror to the center, a bow, or a big flower to add a finishing touch.
14. Card Accents
Finally, send out hand-crafted thank you cards to your guests, you can even use the leftover straws from your event!
Which of these paper straw crafts was your favorite? Tell us how you would use them and comment below!
Content: Olivia | Graphic Design, Content, Writing: Mikayla
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