Not Just for Drinking! 7 Adorable Ways to Use Striped Paper Straws♡

2015.09.12 published

Striped Straws: An Essential Item for Weddings ♡

Paper straws have become indispensable for weddings, haven’t they? Among them, striped straws are a classic item for stylish brides ♩

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Various Uses for Striped Straws＊

Striped straws are not just for drinking ♩ They can be used in various ways, such as photo props and ribbon wands＊

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Here are seven cute ways to use colorful striped straws at your wedding ♩

Use #1: Mason Jar

Stylish striped paper straws pair perfectly with trendy glasses like mason jars ♡ Combining pastel colors completes a lovely café-style table setting ♩

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You can also use mason jars as straw holders instead of for drinks ♩ With clear mason jars, the colorful striped straws will be visible, adding to their cuteness ♡

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Use #2: Sweets

Insert striped straws into small treats like marshmallows or macarons to create a handle＊ This idea keeps your guests' hands clean while also looking adorable, so it's a win-win!

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When you stick a striped straw in a macaron, it looks just like a lollipop ♩ Gray straws add a chic, adult vibe＊

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It's also cute to poke the straw in like a candle＊ Simple cupcakes become instantly glamorous ♩

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Use #3: Cake Topper

You can use two striped straws to create a flag garland-style cake topper ♩ A cute cake perfect for a bridal shower will definitely make your heart flutter ♡

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Using red striped straws will create a fun circus-like cake ♩ Guests will surely feel warm and fuzzy with such a unique cake＊

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Use #4: Guest Cards

Attach tags to paper straws to create escort cards to guide guests to their seats ♩

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Adorable seating cards with little gifts! Wouldn’t you be thrilled to find such a seating card? ♡

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Cut the straws and assemble them to create a tripod-style stand＊ Simply lean a name tag against it, and you have a lovely seating card ♩

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Use #5: Photo Props

Photo props that are standard overseas are becoming a staple in Japanese weddings as well＊ Just using paper straws as handles for photo props makes them much more stylish ♡

Even simple, single-color photo props will look overseas-style when you attach juicy-colored straws ♡

Use #6: Ribbon Wands

Trendy items like "ribbon wands" can serve as an alternative to flower showers ♡ Unlike flower showers, cleanup is not cumbersome, and they are relatively inexpensive to make, making them very popular among brides-to-be ♩

Most brides use striped straws as the handle for ribbon wands! The thickness and price make them attractive＊ The pop colors look just like magic wands ♡

Use #7: Ornaments

You can also create ornaments by assembling striped straws＊ It's like a craft project, making the process fun too ♡ Be sure to make them together with your partner to beautifully decorate the venue ♩

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You can create a Christmas-colored wreath with plenty of paper striped straws ♩ It could be a perfect decoration item for a winter wedding＊

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An Excellent Item: Striped Straws＊

Striped straws that can be purchased at Loft and Tokyu Hands are versatile and incredibly useful ♡ They are a must-have item to create a stylish, elevated overseas-inspired wedding ♩

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It's easy to try out, so let's incorporate them into your bridal shower or wedding ♡