Get into the festive spirit and learn how to make a Christmas paper chain.

Create an easy and affordable decoration for your home and Christmas tree!

This is fun for both kids and adults.

Christmas Paper Chain

Youll be cutting paper, attaching ends, and stringing loops together.

The holiday season is the perfect time to get creative and decorate your home withDIY Christmas decorations!

As you might imagine, Im all about them.

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And today, Im going to show you how to make a Christmas paper chain.

Lets face it:paper chainshave been around forever!

Since the invention ofconstruction paperand folks makingpaper crafts.

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.paper chains have been a thing.

People love making them because theyre easy, even if youve never made a thing before.

Theyre also a fun reminder of crafting in school.

Glue Dots, Elmer’s glue, and staplers

Who didnt make one of these when they were little?

Not only is a project like this great for Christmas, its got a lot of uses.

Paper chains are perfect forhome decor, birthday parties, showers, classrooms, and even weddings.

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They can be casual or more fancy depending on the throw in of paper you use.

But regardless of what you supplies you choose, theyre budget friendly.

you’re able to even make smaller paper chains to decorate your holiday cards and packages.

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Q: What is a paper chain and what is it used for?

They are often used for decorating and celebrations.

Theyre a fun, hands-on activity for children and adults alike.

Christmas cardstock, hot glue, ruler, and a craft knife

Q: How do you make a paper chain?

Its a simple four step process I will walk you through (plus theres a video).

Q: Can you use different materials to create one?

Cutting green paper strips with a craft knife

Q: How can I make my chain more unique and personalized?

A: To add a personal touch try using different colors, patterns, or textures of paper.

it’s possible for you to also experiment with varying strip widths, lengths, and shapes.

Gluing together the paper ends of link to form a loop

you’re free to even use old Christmas cards or wrapping paper to add some extra holiday flair.

Q: How do I store and reuse my paper chain if I want to keep it?

A: Carefully fold or roll it up, taking care not to crease the loops.

Gluing a red loop to form another link

Place it in a resealable plastic bag or airtight container to protect it from dust and moisture.

Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.

To reuse the chain, simply unroll or unfold it and hang it up as desired.

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Heres what youre going to need to make your project.

Gather These Supplies

I prefer cardstock because of the thickness and stability.

You have several options for attaching the ends of the paper to each other to create the loops.

The most common areadhesive dots, glue, and a stapler.

The Glue Dots, oradhesive dots, are great because they are no mess and you cant see them.

Theyre easy to apply.

Theyre probably the most expensive of the options, and not that expensive.

Glue is another option and great if youre doing this with kids.

you could use hot glue, liquid glue, or glue sticks.

Finally, it’s possible for you to always use a stapler if youre desperate.

Are you ready to make your Christmas paper chain?

Get the how-to card and video below!

Christmas Paper Chain

Equipment

Materials

Instructions

Video