Learn how to make 20+ newspaper crafts, perfect for kids and adults! You’re going to love these recycled ideas for decor, gifts, and more.
I never really make New Year’s resolutions, but I do have a conversation with myself at the beginning of each and every year.
And it is always around craft supplies. And how I need to reduce them.
So pretty much every year, the conversation is really centered around how I’m going to reach into my stash before I go buy supplies. And not only that, but how I’m going to re-organize my craft room and give things away that I haven’t used in a long time.
My stash has a lot of things I’ve purchased, but I also save stuff to make recycled crafts too. Supplies like magazines, wrapping paper, fabric scraps, bottles, toilet paper rolls, paper towel rolls, and more.
So then the goal becomes to use all those things up!
And the projects in this post? They are newspaper crafts! Yep . . . I save newspapers for a variety of craft ideas, and I’m excited to share some with you below. There are some projects done by yours truly as well as some of my blogger friends.
A lot of them include Mod Podge, because newspaper and decoupage medium go really well together. They just do!
So . . . check out this list of crafts with newspaper below and tell me what you think. These are really easy, and work well for both kids and adults! Beginning crafters will have success.
Maybe you’re trying to reduce your stash, or maybe you want to be kind to Mother Earth. Either way, give these projects a try.
Newspaper Crafts
Learn how to make over twenty crafts with newspaper! These are budget friendly, easy, and perfect for kids or adults.
Paper Mache Bowls
Learn how to use Mod Podge and newspaper to make paper mache! I'll show you how to make a simple bowl and then paint it.
Shredded Newspaper Lantern
Do you have a paper lantern leftover from old decor or a party? Give the lantern a new life with some newspaper and Mod Podge.
How to Make Pom Poms with Newspaper
This newspaper craft is so easy and budget friendly. Make poms that would be perfect for parties or in your home decorating!
How To Recycle Newspaper Into Gorgeous Notecards
Learn how to take a bunch of old newspaper and recycle it into gorgeous notecards - no blender needed to recycle this paper!
Easy DIY Recycled Newspaper Gift Toppers
Learn how to make the coolest gift toppers out of newspaper! Once you try this craft idea, you'll be making them for every birthday and holiday after.
DIY Homemade Toss Bouquet
Instead of tossing your beautiful bouquet on your wedding day, or paying extra for a second arrangement, make your own toss bouquet from newspapers. It only costs a few bucks to make.
Vintage Newspaper Medallion Wreath
It's hard to tell how large this medallion is from the picture, but it's about 44" wide! This newspaper craft was designed to be a statement piece. You can make yours this large, or smaller . . . you can also put it on a canvas. How you customize this decor is up to you.
How to Weave a Basket Out of Newspaper
Learn how to make a basket out of newspaper, one of the easiest crafts ever. Both kids and adults love this project, and it's actually useful when done.
Easy Newspaper Flowers
These paper flowers are super thrifty (they cost us practically nothing to make)! They look great on the front of cards, as part of quirky gift wrap, decorating a wall or canvas . . . so many possibilities. One simple craft with a lot of uses.
How to Make a Newspaper Origami Envelope
Learn how to make origami envelopes from the paper. Then decorate the envelopes with pens, paint, washi tape or stickers! So much fun.
DIY Newspaper Garlands
Don't want to spend money on a big party banner? You don't have to! Grab the paper and some leftover paint in a variety of colors to make one.
DIY Christmas Bowl for a Cool Centerpiece
You might be wondering where the paper is! This is a different version of a handmade bowl, with fabric on top! Use a balloon, newspaper, and then you choice of any fabric with Mod Podge.
Halloween Ornaments
Learn how to make these DIY Halloween ornaments using recycled glass balls from Christmas past! It's a very easy craft and it's very easy to paint over the newspaper.
Simple Paper Gift Bags
Learn how to fold a newspaper into the cutest gift bags! Add some paper doilies, and these are perfect for gifting and party favors.
Simple Newspaper Chicks Wreath
Lisa shows you how she decorated some chicks with Mod Podge . . . then she made some flowers, and put them all together in a wreath! This is perfect for Easter and spring.
DIY Newspaper Party Pom Poms
Learn how to make the coolest poms with the paper! These are a cinch to make - seriously taking less than 15 minutes - and are too stinkin cute for words.
DIY Pencil Holder
This is an easy paper craft, perfect for Father's Day, or any day. It's inexpensive, recycles, and makes an attractive gift.
DIY Newspaper Framed Mirror
This is a very unique paper weaving method you can use to make a cool frame or mirror! Seal with Mod Podge to finish.
Recycle Old Newspapers To Make Your Own Bags
Make homemade bags from old newspapers with this simple folding method. Reduce plastic waste and recycle your old papers instead!
Easy Newspaper Flower Pots
These little newspaper flower pots are so cute and charming! They're a quick DIY project that adds a little something special to plain terra cotta pots.
Recycled Newspaper Envelopes with Liners
I shared some origami newspaper envelopes, but these are lined. If you're wanting something just slightly larger or fancier or both, this project is for you.
Newspaper Leaves
This reminds me of doing leaf rubbings when I was little! Use the paper to create leaves that you can turn into a pretty autumn banner.
If you enjoyed these newspaper crafts, please let me know in the comments! I’d love to hear which one is your favorite, or any other crafts you’ve tried with the Sunday paper.
Chrissy Hayes
Monday 31st of January 2022
Such great ideas. Going to buy a big jar of Mod Podge. 🙂.
Amy
Monday 31st of January 2022
WOOO! Let me know how it goes!