Paper Crafts

Japanese paper lanterns are known for their power to softly light a room. Akari lamps—a popular type of modern paper lamp—were popularized in the 1950s by contemporary American artist Isamu...

If you have a large stock of photographs in your collection, you may be considering potential craft projects for your collection. A blocked out photo mat may be the perfect solution to beautifully...

Dresden foil trims are most known for their origins in Germany. They have been produced there since the early 1800's, according to Retro Art Cafe Gallery. Today, crafters use the foils--which are...

Make your own tickets for raffles, events or even party games. There is no need to purchase tickets in bulk or to have them professionally made. It's simple to create personalized and professional...

Eric Carle, a well-known collage artist, uses tissue paper in his collages. Carle paints the paper using various methods before creating a collage. His technique produces beautiful results and...

Making recycled paper light shades is a fun pastime that results in beautiful soft lighting for your home. Take your hobby a step further by making your own paper from recycled household materials...

Roaar! Bring Jurassic Park to life with a dramatic dinosaur diorama. Cut your favorite reptiles out of stiff card, color them with bright colors (who says dinosaurs aren't orange or purple?) and...

Create one-of-a-kind greeting cards, gift tags and other paper crafts using a variety of inexpensive materials. Whether for birthdays, anniversaries or holidays, a little resourcefulness and...

Mulberry paper is a soft, thin paper featuring threadlike fibers, bits of flower petals or metallic flakes as inclusions running throughout each sheet. Sold at scrapbooking, rubber-stamping and...

Windows can be creatively decorated using static cling designs for holidays and special occasions. Static cling vinyl is available as a specialty inkjet paper for personalized projects and...

Everybody loves snowflakes but they don’t last forever. Fortunately there is a wonderful way to preserve the natural beauty of snowflakes with a very simple arts and craft project. Making paper...

Children can use their imagination and create their own Christmas cards. Give a child some crayons and their minds will take off in all different directions. Some of your favorite cards will be...

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Do you enjoy joking around at your workplace, maybe even terrorizing your boss? Even in a professional environment, a silly hat will always lighten the mood.

Cut a felt or paper butterfly from a sheet of printer paper first, then make the same cuts onto felt if you like. Paper cutting or Scherenschnitte has been both an adult and a kids crafts project...

Paper origami elephants are one of the most popular animals to make because there are so many different versions. You can begin with a simple model and, with practice, graduate to a complex model....

Different kinds of cards--such as store gift cards, money-holder greeting cards or sentimental homemade cards--can make a perfect gift. You can make that gift even more personal by enclosing it in...

A 3 D and a pop-up!Sounds complicated.But it isn't.In fact,it is so simple you will want to make it on every occasion.Christmas,Mother's day,Baby shower or Birthday.It will bring a smile on the...

Flowers have the power to communicate many emotions, one of which is love. Consequently, it is fitting to arrange flowers in the shape of a heart. Heart-shaped wreaths of flowers have many uses:...

Paper towel glider contests can be an enjoyable rainy day project. The trouble with making paper towel gliders, however, is that the material can be too thin to create lift. Most of the lift on a...

Teresita flowers are brightly colored crepe paper flowers that are a tradition in Mexico. The multicolored stems are an ideal decoration for your Cinco de Mayo or el Día de los Muertos...

Even though they are designed to be portable, there are times when you won't have access to your Tech Decks. In these instances the only solution is to create your own homemade fingerboard using...

Many decorations, such as those for wedding showers and Halloween parties, use honeycomb paper. Although you can buy premade honeycomb paper decorations and even honeycomb paper to make...

Recycling is the thing to do these days, and paper is something that can really pile up. It can also be kind of expensive. So why not make your own recycled paper? There are many things you can...

Add elegance and style to your craft projects, invitations or handmade cards with printed vellum. Printing on vellum is easy and done quickly using your standard inkjet printer. The key is to use...

The word decoupage comes from the French meaning "to cut out". This art form is an excellent and inexpensive way to preserve interesting paper or photos. What more perfect use of this...

Iron-on patches can be a great craft activity for rainy days or bored summer vacation days with kids. Use your own photos to create iron-on patches as gifts for family and friends. There is no...

Paper tubes are a staple item for multiple kids crafts or homemade instrument projects. Though paper tubes are available in the form of toilet paper rolls, paper towels and gift wraps, sometimes...

Photo holders don't have to be expensive or time-consuming; this inexpensive and fun project can be completed in just under an hour. Use colored paper and trim it with beads or bows to make a...

Whether you've just created your own card and need a matching envelope, have lost your card's envelope or just want to put your own touch on the card's envelope, making unique envelopes is simple...

Jumping frogs are a creative and fun way to learn about wildlife and aerodynamics. Like paper planes, these jumping frogs can be folded in a variety of ways to make bigger leaps. Experiment with...

Ribbon making can be a fun craft to add extra color to gifts, holiday decorations or translate into a fabric ribbon to re-purpose a blouse or sweater. Ribbons have evolved in recent years with...

Vellum is a beautiful translucent paper that adds extra dimensions to scrapbooks and announcements. It also is popular for wedding invitations. Vellum is delicate and tears easily, which can be...

If you are looking for a fun craft project for children, consider making an apple blossom picture. Apple blossoms begin to sprout in early spring and are often confused with cherry blossoms...

Japanese paper sculptures have become a popular art form in western culture in the last several years. In 1958, the Origami Center was opened in the United States, which helped to introduce the...

Tuiles are crisp, dry, fragile cookies known for their distinctive upwardly curved shapes. "Tuile," a French term meaning "tile," refers to the cookies' resemblance to roof tiles. You can shape...

Pocket fold envelopes are perfect for sending invitations and handmade cards. They are simple to make and add a professional look to your handcrafted cards without the extra expense. Create your...

Chinese paper balloons are a favorite on the elementary school playground, where the little spheres are filled with water and lobbed at classmates. Make a basket full for your children to fill...

Paper folding crafts are a perfect activity to do with kids--there's no mess and no dangerous materials are involved. It's also an excellent way to teach children about measuring and geometry....

Chinese paper cuts originated as a form of folk art according to the Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding, which states that papercutting originally served as guides for woodcutters and...

Obey is a company that specializes in raising awareness to propaganda through its stencil and sticker images. It was created in 1989 and has become extremely popular. If you want to reproduce an...

Railroad crossing signs warn drivers that they are at a railroad crossing. Homemade crossing signs work well as decorations or just to make as a project with your child. When making a homemade...

Tagging stencils are used to create tags, which are symbols that are repeated in a variety of places and become recognizable to other taggers. Tagging is considered a type of graffiti by some,...

Step outside the rectangle and start creating beautiful square envelopes for sending your handcrafted cards. Instead of designing your card to match the size of the envelope, make the envelope...

Use construction paper to make a welcome sign. Use the sign for a welcome home party or a classroom. The sign is easy and inexpensive to make. Because construction paper comes in several different...

Surprise a new mom and dad with a novelty birth certificate for their newborn. These are perfect for displaying in the baby's nursery rather than risking damage to the original and can contain any...

Making toys out of paper is easy and an inexpensive way to play. The few materials you need for this project can be found around the house. Use your imagination to make these cars tools for play...

Paper crafts are a great way to pass the time on a rainy day, when you're bored or as a way to help restless children wind down. Paper cup canons are sure to become a favorite around the house,...

Stencils are popular for tracing and painting with precision. They are lifesavers for those of us who are not artists but still like to create art, and they are even advantageous for artists who...

Camp is a popular summer activity for many children and even camp counselors, where they can make friends and create memories. One way to commemorate the occasion and the fun you had is to make a...