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How to Make a Banner the Easiest Way Possible

Do you want to learn the easiest way EVER to make a banner? Here it is! Use cardstock, Mod Podge, confetti, and a few other supplies. ANYONE can do it!

Skills Required; None. Even if you’ve never crafted before, you can make this project. You’ll be cutting paper, adding Mod Podge, and sprinkling confetti.

How to Make a Banner from Paper

Hello, craft enthusiasts and party planners! Jessica here, bringing a burst of joy and color straight from The Confetti Bar—your go-to haven for everything bright, sparkly, and undeniably happy.

In our little corner of the internet, we champion the art of celebrating life’s moments, big or small, with a sprinkle of confetti and a whole lot of love.

Today, I’m thrilled to share a DIY project that’s as easy as it is enchanting: creating your very own party banner! Whether you’re gearing up for a birthday bash, a cozy family gathering, or just want to add a dash of whimsy to your space, I’ve got you covered.

This tutorial is all about crafting a banner that not only shouts ‘celebration’ but does so with a flair that’s uniquely you.

how to make a banner with paper

If you’re thinking, ‘But Jessica, my crafting skills are as shaky as a leaf in a hurricane,’ fret not! I promise, this project is simpler than tying your shoelaces, and the results? Absolutely stunning.

We’ll start with some basic cardstock – yes, the very stuff hiding in the back of your craft drawer – and transform it into a masterpiece of color and joy, using nothing but your creativity and a little Mod Podge magic.

But wait, there’s a twist! What’s a party without a little sparkle? We’re not just making any banner; we’re making a confetti-adorned declaration of fun.

Each piece of cardstock is a canvas for the confetti that dreams are made of, all held together by the wonder glue that is Mod Podge.

diy paper banner with confetti

So, grab your supplies – chances are, you already have everything you need right at home – and let’s dive into a world where paper isn’t just paper, and a banner is more than a decoration.

It’s a statement. It’s art. It’s a banner that doesn’t just say ‘party’ but screams ‘an unforgettable adventure is about to unfold.’

By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have mastered the art of ‘how to make a paper banner’ in a way that’s not only SUPER DUPER simple but also incredibly fun and unique. Ready to embark on this crafting journey with me?

Let’s turn that plain cardstock into a carnival of joy that will light up faces and spaces alike. After all, in our world, happiness isn’t just celebrated; it’s crafted, one piece of confetti at a time!

Confetti, ribbon, scissors, Mod Podge, pink cardstock, and a foam brush

Gather These Supplies

  • Cardstock or scrapbook paper (in the color of your choice)
  • Confetti!
  • Mod Podge (You can use any kind, really, but if you want to get a little extra fancy, try some Sparkle Mod Podge so you get a subtle glitter effect behind the confetti!)
  • Sponge brush (+ a plate to pour the Mod Podge to dip your brush for easy application)
  • Double-sided tape
  • Ribbon, twine, or raffia
  • Scissors or a paper cutter

Tips and Thoughts for This Project

Make sure to leave enough ribbon on each end to hang your final project.

How to make a paper banner with confetti

Any time you make a banner, you can get really crazy and experiment with different paper shapes, like maybe a half-circle or a triangle. You can also use markers or crayons to write messages on the banner pieces.

Pink cardstock pieces cut into different shapes

Get the printable how to card for this project below:

how to make a banner with paper
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How to Make a Banner

Learn how to make a paper banner using very simple materials! This is easy and inexpensive; perfect for parties, showers, graduations, and more.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time1 hour 30 minutes
Dry Time30 minutes
Total Time2 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 1 banner
Cost: $2

Materials

Instructions

  • Fold your 8.5"x11" piece of card stock in half and divide it into four equal pieces. Make small pencil marks if needed.
    Piece of pink paper folded in half
  • Cut the paper into strips, leaving the folded edge intact.
    Folded pink piece of paper cut into strips
  • Using a piece of double-sided tape, attach the ribbon between the edges of the cardstock. Space the pieces evenly, making sure to leave enough ribbon on each side to hang.
    Open piece of pink paper with double stick tape and a ribbon attached inside
  • Continue until full length of the banner desired is reached.
    Adding more paper strips to the ribbon with tape
  • Working one piece at a time, coat the bottom half of each banner piece with a layer of Mod Podge.
    Adding Mod Podge to the bottom of the paper strips with a foam brush
  • Sprinkle on some confetti, press down, and shake off the excess.
    Confetti added to the bottom of the paper strips
  • Let your banner dry for an hour or so and you're ready to party!
    How to make a paper banner with confetti

Notes

One piece of 8.5" x 11" paper makes four banner pieces.

Hello, endless possibilities! If you make a paper banner of your own using this tutorial, post it and tag @modpodgerocks so we can see!

You can also check out our blog for more fun, but don’t forget to check out the following projects as well:

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Alison Palmer

Friday 6th of January 2017

This banner will be perfect for my niece's birthday party!