5 Upcycled Party Decorations {slideshow}

by Becky Striepe March 17, 2012, 7:00 am 3 Comments

Party planning can be as fun as the party itself, but those store-bought decorations are often far from eco-friendly. When you shop at the big box store for bunting, streamers, and table decorations, chances are you’re getting products made in a far off factory from questionable materials. No, thank you! Here are five ideas for upcycled, handmade party decorations that can keep your next shindig as eco-friendly without giving up any of the fun!

1. Pretty Paper Chains

It may feel like an elementary school craft, but these upcycled paper chains are the perfect way to bust your stash of ephemera and create super sweet handmade party decorations at the same time! You can get creative and use all kinds of reclaimed paper, like wrapping paper, sheet music, book pages, and magazines. String these along walls or across doorways.

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Written by Becky Striepe

My name is Becky Striepe (rhymes with “sleepy”), and I am a crafts and food writer from Atlanta, Georgia with a passion for making our planet a healthier, happier, and more compassionate place to live. My mission is to make vegan food and crafts accessible to everyone!. If you like my work, you can also find me on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.