
Did you know that you can create a DIY birthday banner using toilet paper rolls? Yes, you can! It’s a super easy and fun paper craft anyone can make. If you’re looking for banner ideas for a birthday party, give this paper craft a try! It’s the perfect recycling craft to do on a weekend with your friends or family.

Here’s another cardboard craft to try:
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If you use toilet paper daily, you’d easily accumulate a ton of cardboard tubes. And if you’re a crafty person, you probably save them instead of throwing them away, thinking there’ll be a future project for them. Well, this is the perfect time to take them out, as you’ll be needing a ton of cardboard tubes for this DIY paper banner. Aside from the tubes, you’ll need markers and paint to give color and life to the plain cardboard. However, if you’re opting for a minimalist and rustic look, you can simply buy a white acrylic marker and leave the color of the cardboard as is. It will still look beautiful!

This paper craft is perfect for all ages, even kids, as it does not require cutting. It’s absolutely one of my favorite DIY party decorations as it’s totally customizable. If you’re also looking for classroom crafts or easy craft ideas you can do with your friends, this DIY banner is the way to go. Have fun crafting!
List of Supplies for the Birthday Banner
- acrylic paint
- toilet paper rolls
- acrylic markers
- ribbon
- paintbrush
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How to Make a Happy Birthday Banner With Toilet Paper Rolls
Learn how to make a banner using toilet paper rolls with this easy step-by-step tutorial.
Soak
Soak the rolls in water for about 2-3 minutes or until the pieces separate. You will need 7 rolls for the Happy Birthday banner. You can make two banners from one tube.

Fold
Fold each piece in half to make a banner. You’ll need 13 pieces. Let them dry completely.

Paint
Paint the banners in your preferred colors.

Trace and draw
Trace the letter with a pencil and then color it using Posca markers.

Add border
Draw the dashed border.

Hang
Hang the letter banners on the ribbon.


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Crafting Tip
Place a flat heavy object on top to prevent the cardboard from curling while drying.
Creative Ideas and Variations
– Embellishments. Add lace, beads, sequins, or glitter to the banner.
– Colors. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different colors.
– Letters. If you don’t have paint, you can use colored paper or felt paper for the letters.
– Font style. Feel free to use any font style you prefer. You can also draw different shapes or patterns on the banners.
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