Homemade Paper Craft Ideas for Wall Decoration
12 setups Walls, doors and outdoors Updated 2 Nov
These homemade paper craft ideas for wall decoration turn coloured paper, card and old cardboard into wall pieces that look far more expensive than they are. They are perfect for a weekend project with kids, for rented rooms and for festival weeks when you want fresh decor without buying much.
This page covers paper flower walls, paper wall hangings, handmade walls in cardboard and torans and jhumars. For general wall ideas, see wall decoration ideas, and for other crafts, see DIY decoration ideas.
Paper Flowers Wall Decoration Ideas
Paper flowers are the most popular paper wall decoration ideas. Make them in three sizes for a natural look.
- SpaceWall, 5 ft
- MaterialsCrepe paper, glue gun
- Effort3 hrs, 1 person
Giant crepe paper flowers in pink and peach cover a wall beautifully and work for any celebration.
Decor tip: Stretch crepe paper edges with your thumbs. Petals curl like real flowers.
- SpaceWall corner
- MaterialsColoured paper, glue
- Effort1.5 hrs, 1 person
Folded paper rosette fans in a cluster are quick to make and fill a wall corner with colour.
Decor tip: Use thicker paper for larger fans. Thin paper droops after a day.
- SpaceWall, 6 ft tall
- MaterialsPaper flowers, green paper
- Effort2 hrs, 1 person
A paper flower vine climbing up the wall from a pot looks playful and suits kids' rooms and balconies.
Decor tip: Twist green crepe paper into a long stem first, then add flowers along it.
Paper Wall Hanging Decoration Ideas
Wall hanging decoration ideas in paper hang from a rod or string and move gently in the breeze.
- SpaceWall, 2 ft
- MaterialsOrigami paper, thread
- Effort2 hrs, 1 person
Strings of origami cranes hanging from a wooden stick make a calm, graceful wall hanging.
Decor tip: Add a small bead between each crane. They stay evenly spaced.
- SpaceCeiling corner
- MaterialsCard circles, thread, hoop
- Effort1 hr, 1 person
Paper circles stitched onto threads and hung from a hoop make a light, airy hanging that turns gently.
Decor tip: Use a sewing machine on a long stitch to join circles fast. Hand gluing takes ages.
- SpaceCeiling
- MaterialsPaper, thread
- Effort1 hr, 1 person
Folded paper lanterns hanging from the ceiling at different heights add colour high up in the room.
Decor tip: Hang lanterns in odd numbers at three heights. It looks natural.
Homemade Paper Craft Ideas for Wall Decoration: Materials
| Craft | Paper | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Giant flowers | Crepe paper | 15 min per flower |
| Rosette fans | Thick coloured paper | 5 min per fan |
| Origami cranes | Origami paper | 5 min each |
| Mandala | Cardboard | 3 hours |
| Toran | Double sided paper | 2 hours |
Paper crafts cost very little. Crepe paper and a glue gun are the only real purchase.
Handmade Wall Decoration Ideas With Cardboard
Cardboard wall decoration ideas reuse old boxes. Paint makes cardboard look like wood or metal.
- SpaceWall, 2 ft
- MaterialsCardboard, gold paint
- Effort3 hrs, 1 person
A mandala cut from layered cardboard and painted gold looks like carved metal on the wall.
Decor tip: Glue three layers of decreasing size. The depth makes the mandala look carved.
- SpaceWall, 3 ft
- MaterialsThick cardboard, paint
- Effort3 hrs, 1 person
Hexagon boxes made from thick cardboard become light shelves for small artificial plants and trinkets.
Decor tip: Use only light items on cardboard shelves. Real potted plants are too heavy.
- SpaceWall, 4 ft
- MaterialsCardboard, acrylic paint
- Effort2 hrs, 1 person
Geometric shapes cut from cardboard and painted in three colours make a modern wall piece.
Decor tip: Stick shapes with removable putty. You can rearrange them anytime.
Toran Decoration Ideas and Paper Jhumar
A paper toran over the door or a jhumar from the ceiling brings a festive touch that lasts for weeks.
- SpaceDoor, 3 ft
- MaterialsGreen and orange paper
- Effort2 hrs, 1 person
A toran of paper mango leaves and paper marigold looks real from a distance and lasts for all festivals.
Decor tip: Cut leaves from double sided green paper. Both sides show when it moves.
- SpaceCeiling
- MaterialsCard, tassels, rings
- Effort3 hrs, 1 person
A tiered paper jhumar with tassels hanging from the ceiling is a festive centrepiece for any room.
Decor tip: Build the jhumar on three wire rings of decreasing size for stable tiers.
- SpaceDoor, 3 ft
- MaterialsCard triangles, lace
- Effort1 hr, 1 person
Paper triangles edged with lace strung into a toran make a bright, sturdy door hanging.
Decor tip: Glue lace along card edges before stringing. It stops corners from bending.
Hanging Paper Without Damage
- Use washi tape or removable putty for light pieces.
- Use clear adhesive hooks for hangings and torans.
- Keep paper away from bathrooms and kitchens; steam ruins it.
Paper pieces suit small rented spaces especially well; see simple room decoration, or pair them with the soft palettes on aesthetic room decoration.
Questions people ask
What are easy homemade paper craft ideas for wall decoration?
Giant crepe paper flowers, rosette fans, origami crane hangings and paper torans. All use cheap paper and a glue gun.
How do I make paper flowers for a wall?
Cut crepe paper petals, stretch the edges for curl, glue them around a centre and fix to the wall with putty. Make three sizes for a natural look.
What are cardboard wall decoration ideas?
A layered mandala painted gold, hexagon shelves for light items and painted geometric shapes.
What are good wall hanging decoration ideas with paper?
Origami crane strings on a stick, a hoop mobile of paper circles and folded paper lanterns at different heights.
How do I make a paper toran?
Cut mango leaves from double sided green paper and marigold flowers from orange crepe paper, then string them on a cord. It lasts for many festivals.
