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[Birthday] Handmade decoration ideas using construction paper
Decorating for a birthday party is something we find ourselves pondering every year, isn’t it?
With so many decoration items available at 100-yen shops, many people make good use of them.
There’s a wide variety to choose from—paper fans, balloons, garlands, tinsel, and more.
In this article, we’ll introduce classic decoration ideas using construction paper!
There are plenty of items you can make with just construction paper, and if you use colored paper, they’ll look fantastic.
Use these tips as inspiration to create a wonderful birthday party!
[Birthday] 10 DIY decoration ideas using construction paper (1–10)
Star Garland
It’s a star garland that’s easy to make yet looks festive and super cute.
All you do is cut construction paper into strips, fold them, and staple them together! Thread a string through to make ornaments, or connect the stars to turn them into a garland.
Star motifs aren’t just for birthdays—they’re great for Christmas, Tanabata, and other events too.
The mood changes depending on the color combinations of the paper, so have fun experimenting and making your own!
Font garland
How about making a classic birthday party decoration—a font garland—by hand? Using an alphabet punch board saves effort, so you don’t have to worry even if you’re short on prep time! Of course, you can still make it by cutting construction paper, so give it a try.
Create any letters you like, such as “HAPPY BIRTHDAY” or the birthday person’s name.
If you’re using construction paper, alphabets or hiragana are relatively easy to make.
If you’re turning it into a garland, punch two holes at the top and thread a string through them—this helps it hang evenly, so be sure to try it!
A party popper that releases hearts when you pull it
When it comes to items that liven up a birthday party, party poppers are a classic! If you’re not a fan of loud noises or sticky streamers that mess up the floor, why not make your own decorations inspired by party poppers? Try a pull-tab popper that releases little hearts—it adds an element of surprise and is sure to delight the guest of honor.
As long as you can create the mechanism that makes the hearts pop out, there aren’t any difficult steps! You can even hang it on the wall and still enjoy the interactive feature, so give it a try.
Monster Ball paper fan
These Monster Ball paper fans are sure to delight any Pokémon lover! Paper fans are a party decor staple and the charm is that anyone can make them easily.
All you need to do is make a paper fan using two B4 sheets of construction paper in two colors, then add the Poké Ball decorations.
If you have ready-made materials, you can simply print them for convenience, but even without them, you can cut construction paper to create the decorations—so give it a try! Handcraft some for a Pokémon-loving child’s or friend’s birthday party and surprise them.
Heart paper chain
Eye-catching heart paper chains are also great for birthday party decorations! Not only do they create a festive look, but they’re also very easy to make.
First, cut construction paper into many long, narrow strips.
Next, fold one strip in half with the colored side facing out, then place another strip folded with the white side facing out on top, and staple the ends together.
Curl the remaining length into a heart shape and staple to secure.
Repeat this process to create a linked chain decoration! You can go with a single color for a cohesive look or make it colorful.
three-dimensional ribbon
Introducing a three-dimensional ribbon that creates an elegant atmosphere! Its striking look makes it a perfect idea for birthday party decorations.
Use a dedicated template to trace the shapes onto construction paper, then form them into 3D to complete a beautiful ribbon.
When tracing onto the paper, the trick is to use the tip of a ballpoint pen or mechanical pencil to firmly score the fold lines in advance.
Make lots and decorate a wall, or hang them as garlands for a stylish touch! They could also make a great accent for gift wrapping.
star
How about three-dimensional star decorations for a birthday party? Since they’re made from construction paper, they look sturdy and really stand out! To make them, first fold the construction paper and cut it into a pentagon.
Make slits in the pentagon, fold along the creases, then cut along the slits with scissors.
Finally, open it up and make mountain folds to create a three-dimensional star! Attach a string at the top to turn it into a hanging ornament.
Try making them in different colors and sizes! They also work great as Christmas ornaments, so it might be handy to make a few in advance.
Giant paper flower
Let us introduce giant paper flowers that deliver an impactful finish even with just a few materials.
You can display them like objets d’art or use them as wall decorations—such a versatile idea! First, cut construction paper to create three sizes of petals.
Use a pen or similar tool to curve the petals for a realistic look.
Then simply attach the petals to a round base with double-sided tape, starting with the largest petals.
Adding a stamen in the center makes a nice accent.
Try making them in monochrome or pastel colors to match your room’s vibe!
flag garland
Brighten up your birthday party space with an easy-to-make flag garland that anyone can create! It’s super simple: cut colored construction paper into flag shapes, then attach them to twine or jute string.
You can decorate the paper with your favorite patterned wrapping paper or washi tape, or write messages like “HAPPY BIRTHDAY” to give it a stylish finish.
Have fun making it to match the vibe of the guest of honor.
A heartfelt, handmade decoration is sure to delight them!
flower decoration
How about decorating your birthday party by sticking paper flowers on windows and walls? First, cut construction paper into long, narrow strips and stack them so they overlap.
Cut three sizes, all 3 cm wide, with lengths of 20 cm, 25 cm, and 30 cm so that each one is slightly longer.
Prepare eight strips of each size, curl each strip into a loop, bundle them together, and staple the ends.
Apply double-sided tape to the outer parts so the petals will stick together.
Put double-sided tape in the center as well, and attach a round piece of yellow construction paper.
Using your favorite colors of paper will create a bright, cheerful atmosphere!
