Paper Wedding Theme Idea's

There are many different types of garlands you can make using different types of paper. Garland is a lovely decoration for any wedding. To make a simple wedding garland you will need , paper, needle, thread, and scissors. Start this craft by cutting several circles from the paper and thread the needle. Simply string each circle onto the thread until you have reached the desired length. A more complicated garland can be accomplished by creating flowers as directed in the first craft and using floral tape to attach them to a long wire that is also wrapped in floral tape. These wedding garlands can be customized to suit the color of any wedding decoration theme. A wonderful way to create the look of the picture above is to purchase whitewash 4-Panel Yard lattice (or) find an area where it is already available for your wedding location. Simply create your flowers and place into the holes of the lattice. You will need to stuff the area as much as you can with your flowers to create a full garland and it will also keep your creation in place.

If you are looking for something original and different for your wedding, consider using tissue paper to create decorations. Tissue paper can be used to make beautiful floral decorations because of the color versatility, the sheerness of the material, and the creative, crafty look it gives. One way to use tissue paper in your wedding décor is to use it as an accent with other materials to produce a creative centerpiece that your guests will love.Tissue paper flowers can be created with a few layers of high-quality tissue paper, wire and some sticky floral tape.Trace around your hand to create a petal temple with the pencil on the red tissue paper. Cut out 20 petals of red tissue paper Cut a piece of wire to measure at least 8 inches. Place one tissue petal next to the wire, 1/4 inch from the top end of the wire. Cut a 2-foot length of floral tape. Place the tape around the bottom of the petal, twirling the wire and completely covering the petal bottom while attaching it to the wire. Fold the petal over the wire to create the flower's center while attaching the top edge with the floral tape. Add a second petal, attaching the bottom edge with the floral tape while twirling the wire. Repeat, adding petals and building up the flower with petals, attaching the bottom edge of each petal with floral wire.Cut out several 2-inch-long oval leaf shapes from the green tissue paper.Twirl the wire beneath the flower while encompassing the entire length of wire with floral tape. Add leaf-shaped pieces of tissue paper down the length of the wire by encompassing the leaf ends in the floral tape.

A paper rose, finished with accents, leaves, pins and a satin ribbon

Brides might consider making their own bouquets with paper flowers, which are a striking addition to the wedding decor,

Made from paper rosebuds some green fillers and exquisite velvet bow on a beaded wristlet

Cut a sheet of the rice paper so it fits the top of the cake--whether it be round, square or rectangular. Then, place the rice paper on a thick, clean piece of cardboard. Use a non-toxic crayon to draw shapes and designs such as flowers, stars, hearts, numbers and words.Cut out the shapes and designs with a sharp utility knife. Remove the cut-out pieces and discard them. Hold the sheet of rice paper over the top of the dark cake. Position it so it will be exactly where you want it to be before you lower it onto the cake. Use a small spoon to carefully sprinkle powdered sugar over the openings in the rice paper. Keep the sugar contained to the openings. A light covering of powdered sugar will work fine. Use a finger to gently push the sugar down so it sticks on the cake.Lift the rice paper up by its edges. Remove it from the top of the dark-colored cake. Discard the rice paper and enjoy your cake! Decorate a Cake With Rice Paper and Icing Cut a sheet of the rice paper so it fits the top of the cake. Put the rice paper on a clean, flat surface. Use a non-toxic crayon to carefully draw shapes and designs such as flowers, stars, hearts, numbers and words. You can also draw or outline a picture on the rice paper. Cut out the artwork from the paper with a sharp utility knife. Position the piece(s) on a frosted cake. You can make your own frosting and apply it with a pastry bag. It's quicker and easier to use ready-made cake decorating frosting in tubes. Outline the picture/artwork with a thick line of frosting. Fill in the details of the picture/artwork with thinner lines of different-colored frosting. For a different method, screw a small tip onto a frosting tube and fill in the shapes with icing.

Cut a 2.5-inch by 3.5-inch rectangle from white- or silver-colored crepe tissue paper. This is the same paper used as streamers in party decorations. Line one of the short sides of the rectangle with craft glue. Starting at the side with no glue, roll the rectangle into a cylinder. Press along the glue seam to seal, and set the cylinder aside to dry. Once the seam is dry, seal one end of the cylinder closed by lining the inner edge with glue. Stretch open one of the ends of the cylinder to create a bell shape. Flare the base slightly around the edge by pulling the edges up and outward. String a jingle bell halfway onto a thin silver rope, tying a knot at the top of bell. Place the paper bell shape over the top of the jingle bell until the metal bell sits even with the base of the paper bell. You may have to poke a tiny hole through the top of the paper bell to allow the jingle bell string to pass through.Pull string through the top of the bell and knot the ends together. Tie a cord onto a decorative satin ribbon. Cut the excess cord. Your finished bells can be used as buffet table accents or as place settings.

A wedding invitation is one of the most important elements in this scenario. There is no doubt about their role in creating a first perfect impression.The theme is not that important as the supplies and the design used in the process. Formal or modern, paper lace is a very flexible element that can be used in association with almost any type of wedding.

You can make inexpensive chair bows out of tissue paper. For this decoration craft you will need tissue paper and glue. You can also make tissue paper flowers to decorate the bows with by following the instructions from the first craft. Now unfold two sheets of tissue paper and lay the shorter edges next to each other. Run a line of glue down the edge of one sheet and lay the edge of the other sheet on top of it. Allow it to dry completely. Fold the tissue paper in half twice, and tie it around your chairs to make lovely bow decorations for your wedding.

There are cake toppers of acid-free paper from Concarta that will add just the right amount of whimsy to your cake. Gwen, the creator of these toppers, says they're quite sturdy, but if you have an especially moist cake, she recommends asking your pastry chef to design a discreet protective barrier. And Concarta does custom orders, so if you want the hair, dress, suit and flowers to be little re-creations of you and your groom, just ask and she'll give you a quote.

Edible paper is paper which can be safely consumed by people. As a general rule, it has a neutral flavor and texture, and usually it is designed to melt away upon contact with moisture. There are numerous variations on the basic edible paper concept, including flavored versions and varieties with more texture. Cooking supply stores usually stock this product, and people can also make their own.Thicker edible rice paper is used to wrap dumplings and spring rolls and foods of this type. The Vietnamese use edible rice paper as a wrapper for fresh summer rolls or spring rolls and some sweet recipes. Referred to as banh trang or banh da nem, the rice paper becomes a wrapper around the spring rolls or any sweet ingredient. There are numerous Asian dishes that contain edible papers which is used for spring rolls both for fresh and fried. Vietnamese cuisines, Japanese, and others usually use an edible paper to make their dishes. You don't have to worry because the texture of the rice paper will not cause any different texture on your palate because it is soft and smooth, you won't even notice that it is a paper. Usually, Asian rice paper rolls includes rice flour, meats and vegetables.You can easily make a cabbage roll using rice paper. This type of dish is famous in Vietnam, Philippines and in other parts of Asia it is known as spring rolls. First thing you need to prepare is the edible papers, which is also called the rice paper. You need rice flour, tapioca, water and salt. You need to make a translucent paper and soak it for a few minutes. Usually, the cabbage rolls with rice paper differs from time to time. It's also within your jurisdiction on how you will prepare it and what type of vegetable you will use. Here are some helpful steps in making vegetable wraps using edible papers:You need to shred the cabbage, carrots, onions, and garlic. Mix it in a bowl and add lemon juice and fish sauce or soy sauce to marinate the cabbage or meat. Place rice papers in cold water after soaking take it out. Remove the rice papers and dry it using wet towels. When it is soft, use to wrap the vegetables you cut and shred. Put a spoonful of the vegetable mixture on the edible paper but make sure not to overfill the paper wrappers. Roll them one by one, it's up to you if you would like to fry it or serve it fresh with sauce.

To create the pom-poms, use a pom-pom-making tool or craft them yourself. For one pom-pom, you'll need four 6-by-9-1/2-inch pieces of tissue paper. (If you'd like a multihued pom-pom, use patterned paper or sheets in different colors.) Stack paper; fold accordion-style, making 3/4-inch folds. Snip ends into points; tie middle with twine. To make a garland, tie the flat pom-poms together with colorful twine. Tie on suction cups where needed and affix cups to car. When you're ready to decorate the car, fluff out each pom-pom.

Make your own table decorations by using crepe paper around cardboard tubing to make paper crackers. Fill with small candies or favors.

The cake slice shaped boxes are sold in bulk and come in a variety of colors and designs. Alternatively, you can make the boxes yourself with a template and cardstock. Purchase embellishments in the colors and theme that matches your event. You could use silk rosettes, ceramic or silk flowers that match your bouquet . Assemble the boxes according to the manufacturer's directions. Make crisp, firm folds so that the finished boxes are level and secure. Decorate the boxes with rubber stamps if desired. Fill the boxes with candies, cookie cutters or other small gifts. Include a card with the name, date of the event and a thank you message. Glue your embellishments and decorations to the top of each box with craft glue. Arrange the decorated slices in a circle that looks like a cake. It takes about 20 boxes to make one "cake." Place the assembled cake on top of a hatbox lid or cake board. Wrap a ribbon or lace around the outside edge of the cake. Decorate the center with a larger flower, bouquet or other decoration.Place cake pedestals or decorated hat boxes between each layer to add tiers.

Beautifully Unique and Simply Elegant. Laser cut paper cupcake wrappers. Just bake in standard baking liner and place cupcake into this wonderful wrapper. Cupcakes not your thing? Just place an empty paper liner into the wrapper and fill with candy treats and nuts and wrap with cello for elegant favors or fill use an empty silicone liner and fill with condiments to for a unique serving container.