This blog post is all about fun and creative ways to use tissue paper. Tissue paper is a versatile crafting material that can be used for a variety of projects. You can make anything from simple decorations to elaborate costumes with tissue paper. In this post, we will share 30 ideas for using tissue paper in your crafts projects. So, get ready to be inspired!
1. Papier-mache
You can use tissue paper to make all sorts of things like bowls, vases, and even lamps! Just add some water and glue to your tissue paper and start molding it into whatever shape you want.
2. Tissue paper flowers
These are really easy to make and look great in a vase or as part of a bouquet. Just stack a few sheets of tissue paper on top of each other, fold them in half, and cut petal-like shapes out of the folds. Then uncurl the paper and fluff it up to make your flower look full and pretty.
3. Tissue paper pom-poms
These are really easy to make and look great hanging from the ceiling or on a door knob. Just stack a few sheets of tissue paper on top of each other, fold them in half, and cut strips out of the folds. Then tie the strips together in the middle and fluff up the tissue paper to make your pom-pom.
4. Tissue paper tassel garland
This is a really easy way to spruce up any party or room. Plus, it’s easy to make and requires limited supplies. To recreate this design, you need: tissue paper, hot glue gun, hot glue, ruler, rotary cutter, self healing mat, and a string to attach the tassels too.
5. Tissue paper wreath
This is a great craft for the holidays! Just stack a few sheets of tissue paper on top of each other, fold them in half, and cut strips out of the folds. Then tie the strips together in the middle and form them into a wreath shape. Hang it up and enjoy!
6. Tissue paper balls
These are great for decorating a tree or mantlepiece. Just stack a few sheets of tissue paper on top of each other, fold them in half, and cut strips out of the folds. Then tie the strips together in the middle and form them into a ball shape.
7. Tissue paper suncatchers
These are really pretty and easy to make. Just cut out some tissue paper into any shape and glue them to a piece of clear contact paper or we used clear plastic wrap we had in the kitchen. Hang them in a window and enjoy the sunlight shining through!
8. Tissue paper lanterns
These are perfect for parties or to add some ambiance to your home. This design with require some addition papier-mache skills, which can seem overwhelming at first. But it’s really simple and something you’ll probably enjoy if you’ve never tired it before. With this design they used actual toilet paper for their “tissue paper”. However, you can use tissues, tissue paper, or toilet paper. Or better yet, try all 3 and see which one illuminates the best. One assembled and dried, place a tea light inside and enjoy the soft glow!
9. Tissue paper chains
These are a great way to add some color and fun to any party. Just cut out some tissue paper circles, string them together, and hang them up!
10. Tissue paper balls with streamers
These are a great way to add some movement and excitement to any party. Just cut out some tissue paper circles and attach streamers to the middle of each one. Hang them up and watch them spin around in the breeze!
11. Tissue paper butterflies
These are really easy to make and look beautiful hanging from the ceiling or on a door knob. Just stack a few sheets of tissue paper on top of each other, fold them in half, and cut petal-like shapes out of the folds. Then uncurl the paper and fluff it up to make your butterfly look full and pretty.
12. Tissue paper hats
These are perfect for parties or any time you want to dress up in a fun way. Just stack a few sheets of tissue paper on top of each other, fold them, and create a few cuts, and there you have it! Tape or glue the ends to form your very own tissue paper hat, or in this case tissue paper crown!
13. Tissue paper baskets
These are a great way to organize your desk or countertop. Just stack a few sheets of tissue paper on top of each other, fold them in half, and cut out a basket-shaped template. Then cut slits in the sides of the basket and tape or glue it to a sturdy base to create your very own tissue paper basket!
14. Tissue Paper Eggs
Easter is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some colorful tissue paper eggs? These eggs are easy to make, and kids will love helping out. All you need is some tissue paper, scissors, and a bit of glue or tape.
15. Tissue Paper Chandeliers
These tissue paper chandeliers are a beautiful way to add light and color to any space. They’re also very easy to make, so you can create as many or as few as you like.
16. Tissue Paper Pomander Balls
These tissue paper pomander balls are a beautiful and fragrant way to decorate your home for any occasion. They’re also very easy to make, so you can create as many or as few as you like.
17. Tissue paper napkin rings
These are perfect for parties or any time you want to dress up your table. Just cut out some tissue paper circles, stack them together, and glue them in a circle shape to form a napkin ring. Then enjoy the colorful decoration!
18. Tissue paper place mats
These are perfect for parties or any time you want to dress up your table. Just cut out some tissue paper circles, stack them together, add some fun shapes or designs, and glue them together to form a place mat. Add some clear contact paper for some durability. Then enjoy the colorful decoration!
19. Tissue paper confetti
This is perfect for parties or any time you want to add some excitement to your life. Just cut out some tissue paper circles and scatter them around!
20. Tissue Paper Tablecloths
These tissue paper tablecloths are a fun and easy way to add color and life to any party or event. They’re also very affordable, so you can make as many or as few as you like. Think of a theme or design, pick your colors and then we’d recommend placing them on the table as desired and adding a clear tablecloth on top. If this is a design, you’d like to keep around, you can use glue to attach the tissue paper to the clear tablecloth for reuse.
21. Tissue paper table runners
These are perfect for parties or any time you want to dress up your table. Just cut out some long strips of tissue paper, stack them together, tape them down the middle of a table runner. Then enjoy the colorful decoration!
22. Tissue paper centerpieces
These are perfect for parties or any time you want to dress up your table. Just cut out some tissue paper circles, stack them together, and glue them to the top of a vase or jar. Then fill the vase with water and flowers or other decorations and enjoy your beautiful new centerpiece!
23. Tissue paper curtains
These are perfect for parties or any time you want to add some excitement to your life. Just cut out some tissue paper shapes of any kind, tape them to the curtains for some added decorations. Or you could tape or glue them to a string and attach the string to the top of the curtain rod. Then enjoy the colorful new curtains!
24. Tissue paper fans
These are perfect for parties or any time you want to add some excitement to your life. Just cut out some tissue paper in different shapes or even in strips, tape them to the top of a fan. Then turn on the fan and watch your new fan come to life!
25. Tissue Paper Cake Toppers
These tissue paper cake toppers are a beautiful and easy way to decorate your cake for any occasion. They’re also very affordable, so you can make as many or as few as you like.
26. Tissue Paper Kite
This tissue paper kite is a fun way to get the kids easily involved in crafting. What’s better is that it takes little to no supplies. Follow along with this helpful video on how to create a tissue paper kite.
27. Tissue paper pinwheels
These are perfect for parties or any time you want to add some excitement to your life. Just cut out some tissue paper circles, stack them together, and glue or tape them to the top of a paper or plastic straw. Then insert the straw into the ground and watch your new pinwheel spin in the wind!