How-To: Easy Sewn Paper Garlands
Today we’re sharing a super simple DIY for sewn paper garlands that can be used for almost any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or a baby shower, this party decor idea can be made in a cinch with colors that coordinate with your theme. Drape them on your walls, the food table, archways… anywhere you want a dramatic pop of color.
How To Make Sewn Paper Garlands
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Ingredients
- Colored cardstock
- Paper punches, any shape
- A neutral colored thread
- Sewing machine
- Scissors
- [url href=”https://www.evermine.com/gift-boxes/” target=”_blank”]Gift boxes[/url] for storage
Instructions
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- Choose your desired color or color combo.
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- Choose your paper punch shape (or shapes), and punch as many shapes from each sheet as possible.
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- Stack your shapes according to color and size.
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- Choose a neutral colored thread and thread your bobbin.
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- Place your first paper shape on your sewing machine and begin to sew. Stop once you’ve reached the end of the shape.
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- Add your next shape right after the first has gone through. You can alternate colors or shape sizes to create different patterns and color combinations.
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- Keep going until your garland has reached desired length.
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- For easy storage, fold your paper garlands accordion-style, and place them next to one another in a [url href=”https://www.evermine.com/gift-boxes/” target=”_blank”]gift box[/url].
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