"Elevate Your Handmade Items! Easy and Cute Ways to Use 'Paper Ribbons' ♡"

2017.03.30 published

Do You Know "Paper Ribbon"?

Have you heard of paper ribbon? As the name suggests, paper ribbon is a ribbon made by cutting paper ♡

It's a popular item because it's a simple DIY project that involves just cutting paper to match a template, resulting in super cute ribbons ◎

Recently, an increasing number of brides are using paper ribbons for weddings ♡ So, what are some ways to utilize paper ribbons? Let's take a look ♩

➡ Click here for instructions on how to make paper ribbons＊

How to Use Paper Ribbon ① Props

Look at this♡ I discovered DIY props made with paper ribbons ♩ The large pink props are so cute and would make the photos look vibrant ♡

Don't forget to add adorable paper straws to the ribbon props＊

How to Use Paper Ribbon ② Place Cards

Another way to use paper ribbons is to decorate place cards with them＊ If you make them using traditional patterned chiyogami paper, they’ll be perfect for Japanese-themed weddings ♩

How to Use Paper Ribbon ③ Wrapping

Some brides used paper ribbons to wrap gifts for their young guests ♩

With cute patterned wrapping paper and a large ribbon, everyone will be excited about what’s inside ♡

Don't you think the idea of adding another ribbon onto the paper ribbon is just too cute?

The colors and patterns of the paper for the center and the flowing parts of the ribbon are also very stylish ♡

How to Use Paper Ribbon ④ Sealing

There are brides who used paper ribbons to seal envelopes ♡

It might be difficult to send them through the mail as they might get squished, but this is a great idea for hand-delivered invitations or letters placed on guest tables＊

As a trick to prevent them from being crushed during mail delivery, some brides have placed paper ribbons on cut pieces of clear file folders formed in the shape of the paper ribbon ◎

It seems that sticking them onto a clear file material greatly increases their strength, so if brides really want to send them via mail, it's worth giving this a try ♩

How to Use Paper Ribbon ⑤ Garland

Finally, let’s introduce garlands♡ Just by decorating a garland with paper ribbons, it becomes incredibly festive, don’t you think?

It should make for a girly and photogenic garland＊

Origami Paper Ribbons are Super Cute Too♡

We’ve introduced some really adorable paper ribbons＊ Though paper ribbons are generally made using paper and scissors in a three-dimensional form... there are also paper ribbons made by folding origami ♩

This type is slightly more intricate and is closer to a flat design, so if secured well, it could potentially be used for mail ♡

Keep in mind that adding paper ribbons will change the weight if you intend to send them, so it's advised to measure the weight at the post office before sending them ◎

Brighten Your Items with Paper Ribbon♡

We’ve showcased items that use paper ribbons＊ The three-dimensional and cute paper ribbons are perfect for adding a festive touch to weddings ♩

Be sure to use paper ribbons at your wedding to make it even cuter ♡

➡ Click here for instructions on how to make paper ribbons＊