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Easy & Affordable Christmas DIY: Paper Chains
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items This is a super fun and easy craft to do with your family or friends. If you're also tired of seeing the same overpriced plastic decorations year after year, I encourage you to join me in making our own decorations this year. Below I've linked the tu...
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Your Tutorial: How to Make Fun Christmas Paper Chains
Your Supplies: Everything You Need to Make Your Magical Paper Chains
Your Tutorial: How to Make Fun Christmas Paper Chains
I love this tutorial video, it's super fun and easy to follow!
When cutting out my art prints, there’s always left over paper that I’ve kept overtime as I knew I wanted to make these paper chains at some point! #DIY #paperchain #craftideas #upcycledcrafts #papercraft
Your Supplies: Everything You Need to Make Your Magical Paper Chains
I have sequentially numbered every supply you will need and provided multiple options, personally I know I like to make tweaks to every craft I do so I tried to cut out too much extra work for you in finding supply variations you may want or need. Yo...
If you lose your scissors all the time like me, these are a super affordable option to pick up.
Scissors (1 count)
Personally, I love this option because it will last through several projects and survive a lot of project wear-and-tear.
Elmer's E430 Craft Bond Tacky Glue
If you don't already have one laying around, this is a budget-friendly option for you. Personally I lose mine all the time so I buy a few at the beginning of every craft season.
Stapler
Let's be real, this craft is not an “eyeball it” kinda situation lol. Of course if you can slay, but that is not something I can do unfortunately.
Ruler
These are honestly just something I like to personally have on-hand for crafts and other projects besides just these snowflakes.
Clothespins (30 count)
I’ve been using this Christmas cardstock for a few of my holiday projects, and it’s honestly perfect. The colors pop just enough to feel festive without being too flashy.
12" x 12" Christmas Paper Pad by Recollections™
There’s something so satisfying about the texture of this cardstock — thick, smooth, and great for layering. It makes every paper chain feel a little more special.
12" x 12" Holly Jolly Paper Pad, 58 Sheets by Recollections
I picked up this Christmas cardstock on a whim, and now it’s my go-to for all my paper crafts. It cuts beautifully and holds its shape even with heavy embellishments.
12" x 12" Peppermint Plaid Paper Pad by Recollections™
This paper has such a rich, high-quality feel to it that instantly elevates whatever I’m making. Whether I’m doing cards, tags, or scrapbook pages, it never disappoints.
12" x 12" Christmas Solid Paper Pad by Recollections™
What I love most about this cardstock is how consistent it is — no flimsy sheets or dull colors here. Every piece feels like it was made for holiday crafting.
Christmas Express 12x12 Collection Kit
This cardstock gives all my Christmas projects that polished, store-bought look while still feeling handmade. It’s honestly a crafter’s dream.
12" x 12" Peppermint Christmas Paper Pad by Recollections
I’ve tried a lot of Christmas papers over the years, and this one stands out for its quality and color variety. It’s festive without being over the top, which I really appreciate.
Crate Paper Holly Jolly Paper Pad 12"X12"-48 Sheets
I love using these to customize plain paper chain links by hand!
Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Classic Colors Broad Line ...
If you're like me and can't cut a straight line to save your life, I suggest getting a paper cutter. It's super fast, efficient and just as fun.
Fiskars® SureCut™ Scrapbook Paper Trimmer