Crepe paper is so fun, festive and affordable for party decorations. There are many different brands out there but I have been happiest with the Hallmark (like the cards) brand. It's a little thicker than many of them out there and doesn't rip as easily. Plus at $1 a roll– it's quite a steal!
Supplies: Red, white and blue crepe paper, sewing machine and Martha Stewart Fringe Scissors. These scissors make fringing anything so much easier. I have linked to the product on Amazon but they are also available and Michael's and with that 40% coupon, they are a great deal.
Stack your crepe paper in the order you like.
Simply stitch down the center of the stack.
Option 1: Cut fringe on one side of the paper.
Isn't that pretty?
Option 2: Cut fringe on both sides.
Love the way this looks too.
Fluff it up for maximum impact. Ideas: Decorate mantles, tables, twist and hang from light fixtures. The possibilities are endless. Tip: Doubled sided tape works great as an adhesive.
Happy Crepe Papering!
XO
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Very fun, Malia! So festive. I’ve been itching to get a pair of scissors like that for ages. What a fun way to use them!
I love this! And I need those scissors! I promise to email you back too!
So cool- I love this! Thanks for sharing!
Precious!!! What you can do with a strand or three of crepe paper never seases to amaze me!
Good idea.
This is awesome and so simple! Thank you for sharing at My Romantic Home!
OMG! LOVE THIS IDEA! Cute, patriotic and…inexpensive. This is a marvelous idea!
Perfect!!! I love it Malia!!!
Wow I have really enjoyed looking through your blog, so many great ideas! Thank you for featuring my project. I hope you have a great weekend.
I looove it, I’m a crepe paper nut, I have tons of colors and love to add it to projects, but I’ve never seen the scissors before, they’re awesome! Your Red, White and blue turned out fabulous! Thanks for sharing! Debbie @ Cottage Hann~Me~Downs
What a great idea. Looks fantastic and simple enough to do.
Thank you for your visit! :D Thanks so much and Lovely crafts! :D Inspirational!
Maria
I’ve never sewn crepe paper. I think I need to try that. And I think I pretty much NEED those fringe scissor things! I’ve never seen that. Adding this to my cheap decor ideas. Thanks!
how cute! what a great idea!
Fun and festive!
this is brilliant! dropped by from life made lovely monday
So festive! I want to try this, but I’m afraid of my sewing machine :(
I so wish that I had a sewing machine so I could make these garlands…they’re adorable! …and I’ve never heard of Martha’s fringe scissors…so incredibly useful! Thanks for sharing!
Darling. Love em’
This is amazing. I love it
I’m having a Red, White and Blue Linky Party and I’d love for you to join in on the fun by adding your link. It will be open through the week to stop by and link up.
http://www.itsybitsypaperblog.com/2011/07/red-white-and-blue-linky-party.html
This is such a great idea!!
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