These DIY paper projects are perfect for both adults and children looking to add some eco-friendly touches to their arts and crafts activities.
While the use of paper is increasingly becoming overshadowed by more convenient, and digitally enhanced products, customizing papercrafts is a fun and sustainable way to use your hands to create unique items from scratch. Offering up some insightful ways on how to make all sorts of things from toys to calendars and invitations, these DIY paper products will surely expose consumers to all the diverse and imaginative items that can be made using such a simple, and natural material.
From paper bag bouquets to papercraft jewelry, these DIY paper products are showcasing just how versatile eco-friendly material can be.
61 DIY Paper Projects
61
3D Geometric Wall Decals
Add Texture and Color to Your Decor with This Fun DIY Tutorial
60
3D Paper House Invitations
This Adorable DIY Paper Invitation is Loaded with Surprises
59
DIY Origami Box Lights
Adorn Old Christmas Lights with Colorful Paper Boxes to Make Origami Lights
58
Wallet-Friendly Feline Crafts
These DIY Cat Toys are Made out of Empty Toilet Paper Rolls
57
Achromatic Animal Gift Wrap
This Mr. Printables DIY Turns Plain Paper into Fun Animal Gift Wrap
56
Evolved Paper Airplanes
Kyle Bean's 'Paper Plane' Soars Above Regular Papercrafts
55
World Wallpaper Art
This World Map Wall Mural is Perfect for Geographers and Travelers
54
Quirky DIY Fruit Costumes
This DIY Makes a Fantastic Pineapple Fruit Costume for Adults
53
Paper Bag Book Bindings
These DIY Book Bindings are a Simple and Creative Project
52
DIY Ice Cream Banners
These Ice Cream Garlands are the Cutest DIY Party Decorations Ever
51
Customized Holiday Candy Packages
The Valentine Treat Boxes Are Perfect DIY Candy-Filled Gifts
50
DIY Love Stationary
The Woven Heart Card is a Crafty Handmade Valentine Card
49
DIY Origami Ornaments
The Minieco Paper Templates Make for Easy DIY Decor
48
DIY Paper Produce Projects
Play Fruit by Mr Printables Lets People Create Their Own Fruit Decor
47
Papercraft Pumps
Gorgeous Fashion Accessories From Ndeur & 'Make a Paper World'
46
DIY Fiery Avian Models
Learn to Make Your Very Own Angry Birds Papercraft
45
DIY Papercraft Rings
Sarah Kate Burgess' Paper Jewelry Designs are Fresh and Funky
44
DIY Bunny Ear Bags
Learn How to Make These Adorable Bunny Ear Easter Gift Bags
43
Budget-Friendly DIY Toys
Free Papercraft Projects to Print and Assemble
42
Onyx Papercraft Craniums
The D-Sturbed Paper Skull Lets You Assemble a Skeletal Human Head
41
Printable DIY Papercrafts
The Mel Stringer Etsy Shop Offers Instantaneous Creativity
40
Carefully Constructed Cameras
The Papercraft Leica Cam is Delicate Yet Usable
39
Whimsical Paper-Thin Figurines
'Tap To Retry' by Neta Cohen Takes Papercrafts to the Next Level
38
Neon Throwback Papercrafts
Zim and Zou 'Back to Basics' Visits the Past to Create Nostalgic Art
37
DIY Origami Stands
These DIY Business Card Stands are Made of Nothing But Paper
36
Sci-Fi Papercraft Spaceships
Martin Hunt's Star Wars Origami Collection Replicates Famous Ships
35
Bizarre Paper Figures
DIY 'Foldskool Heroes' Includes Rotting Birds, Frankenstein and Cavemen
34
Web Meme Papercrafts
Crafting the Keyboard Cat, the Sneezing Panda and More
33
DIY Antiquated Date Keepers
The Printable Paper Typewriter Calendar is a Cute Alternative
32
DIY Paper Box Puppets
Turn an Ordinary Pasta Box into a Fun Children's Toy with This Tutorial
31
DIY Vibrantly Checkered Wallpaper
This Colorful Backdrop is Made from Multiple Post-it Notes
30
Papercraft Sneaker Campaigns
The DIY Cutout Shoe is a Clever Interactive Ad for the Adidas ZX
29
Crystalline Paper Advent Calendars
Mr.Printables' DIY Advent Calendar Can Be Filled with Surprises
28
Handpainted Periodical Stands
These Customized Magazine Racks Provide a Practical Place for Books
27
DIY Delectable Fruit Decor
This Activity Lets You Make Vibrant Decorations from Tissue Paper
26
Year-Long Papercraft Projects
Making A Toy-a-Day (Or Blogging About It)
25
3D Advent Calendars
This DIY Advent Calendar Will Get You ExcitedAabout Christmas
24
Pretty Paper Rainbow Headpieces
The 'Rainbow Fascinator' is a Fun DIY St. Patrick's Day Accessory
23
Crafty Bow Tie Necklaces
This Fun DIY Activity Lets You Make Easily Customizable Accessories
22
Coiled Cardboard Candy Canes
This DIY Candy Cane Decoration is Made from Simple Toilet Paper Tubes
21
Chic Homemade Gift Wrap
The DIY Printed Wrapping Paper is a Fun and Festive Craft Project
20
DIY Paper Animal Masks
These DIY Easter Brown Sack Masks are a Fun Children's Project
19
Upcycled Paper Bag Bouquets
These Creative Roses are Made From Recycled Paper Bags
18
Simple DIY Skeletal Decor
Build the Papercraft Skeleton for a Fun Halloween Activity
17
Alphabetical Origami
The American Museum of Natutal History's Tree is Decorated With Origami Anima
16
Chic Children's Crown Tutorials
This DIY Paper Crown Is Perfect for Your Little Prince or Princess
15
Ornamental Origami Greetings
The Paper Flower Set Invites the Card Recipient to Create a Sculpture
14
Candy Box Robot Transformations
This Cardboard Robot Took Serious Precision to Make
13
Adorable 3D Creature Displays
Paper Crafting Has Never Been Cuter Than with Mibo's Animal Cutouts
12
Festive Fruity Paper Decorations
These Fruit-Shaped Paper Decorations are Great for Summer Parties
11
Festive Metallic Feather Decor
Deck The Halls with These DIY Gold Dipped Feathers
10
Animated Papercrafts
These Papercraft Automata Kits Will Spark Your Imagination
9
Peachy Place Cards
The Dinner Party DIY Project That is Sweet and Inexpensive
8
Customized Textbook Tutorials
The Classic School Notebook Design Get a Makeover with this DIY
7
Customizable DIY Papercrafts
The Parrots Papertoy Kit Comes from the Cut and Create Site 3EyedBear
6
Festive Paper Bag Stockings
These DIY Santa Stocking Party Favors are Fun and Easy to Make
5
DIY Neon Confetti
The Oh Happy Day DIY Confetti is Perfect for Weddings and Parties
4
Blooming Valentine's Suckers
These DIY Lollipop Flowers are the Ultimate Last Minute Valentines Gi
3
Gigantic Theme Park Costumes
This Disneyland Map Cosplay is Ideal for Amusement Park Enthusiasts
2
DIY Bunny Ear Macarons
These Macarons for Easter are Perfect for the Holiday
1
Fantasy Papercraft Princesses
This Incredibly Detailed Zelda Visage is Made Entirely Out of Paper
Related Ideas
Upcycled Waste Material Furniture
This Cardboard Furniture Design by Lee Lin is Modular
Sustainable Lightweight Cat Toys
A Team of Designers Create the Pet-Friendly Cat Box
Origami Travel Solar Panels
Sego Innovations Offers Tech for Powering Farther Off the Grid
Charcuterie Advent Calendars
Hickory Farms' Countdown to Christmas Shares Sweet & Savory Snacks
Festive Dog-Friendly Countdowns
BARK Season’s Treatings is a Festive Advent Calendar for Dogs
Fair Trade Beauty Advent Calendars
The Body Shop's Big Advent of Change Gift Set Features 25 Items
Compressed Toilet Paper Boxes
Bambox Changes the Way Tissues are Dispensed by Removing the Roll
Shower Steamer Advent Calendars
This Christmas Countdown Shares 24 Days of Self-Care
Paper-Like Coffee Tables
The 'Cocoon' Coffee Table by Deniz Aktay Has a Folded Form
Posh Paper Craft-Inspired Lamps
The Japandi Lamp by Natalia Pogudina is Textural and Organic
Paper-Based Tray Packaging
Verday Vegan Meats are Packed in Shallow Food Trays Made for Recycling
Interactive Building Block Calendars
The LEGO 2023 Daily Builds Calendar Offers Daily Prompts
Instant Noodle Advent Calendars
Koka's Unique Christmas Countdown Shares 12 Comforting Meals
Furniture Waste-Made Toys
ÉCAL Students Redefine What a Sustainable Toy Is
Healthful Advent Calendars
Alo’s Beauty & Wellness Advent Calendar Gifts a Year-Long Subscription
Paper-Made Frozen Food Packaging
PACK'D is Introducing New Recyclable Paper Bags
Calligraphy-Covered New Year Fragrances
The Diptyque Lunar New Year Collection is Ornate
Superhero-Themed Puzzled Advent Calendars
LEGO Unveils a Festive Avengers Advent Calendar
High-Tech Eco-Conscious Furniture
The WoodenWood Project Upcycles and Utilizes Robotic Printing
Flatpack Advent Calendars
IKEA's VINTERFINT Advent Calendar Shares the Joy of Assembly
Body Care Advent Calendars
SABON Unveils ‘The Magical Unexpected Hour’ Advent Calendar
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Spice Advent Calendars
Just Spices Curated 24 Spice Blends to Discover in December
Online Creative Course Platforms
Coursera Partnered with Illinois on an Online 3D Printing Course
Recycled Material Lamp Designs
The 'Cozy Cleo' Lamp from EveryOtherDay is Eco-Friendly
Plastic-Free Material Databases
A Plastic Planet Launches the PlasticFree Subscription Service
Vibrant 3D-Printed Designs
UAUPROJECT Uses Only Compostable or Recyclable Materials
Recycled Material Pendant Lights
These ZBOZHZHA Pendant Lights are Made with Cardboard and Paper
Intertwined Marble-Made Calendars
The 'Noova' Calendar Has an Intricate Yet Functional Design
Waste-Reducing Produce Stickers
Grey Colombia & Makro's Stickers on Produce Suggest Recipes
Seeded Biodegradable Toilet Paper
Avia Revivi Designs the O-SOW to Encourage Plant Growth
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
Cosmetic Advent Calendars
Pupa Milano's Beauty Advent Calendar Features 24 Products
Paperboard Gin Bottles
Georgian Bay Spirit's 100% Recycled Paperboard Bottle is Produced in Canada
Stunning Beauty Advent Calendars
Yves Rocher's Advent Calendar Boasts Daily Beauty Surprises
Origami-Inspired Lit Table Concepts
Sonakshi Gupta Designs the Dynamic LightUP Concept
Stunning Origami Portraits
João Charrua's Creations are Intricate and Eye-Catching
Paper Vodka Bottles
Mother of Pearl Vodka Debuts the First Australian Vodka in a Paper Bottle
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Coffee Grounds-Made Home Accessories
Sarah Christensen Uses Coffee Grounds as Material
Discarded Wood Construction Materials
Woodoo Uses Wood in Place of Glass, Leather and More
Soft Sustainable Coolers
Out of the Woods Makes Reusable Bags Made from Supernatural Paper
Water Paper-Scented Perfumes
diptyque's New Fragrance Mimics the Smell of Ink on Paper
Organic Tea Advent Calendars
DAVIDsTea Launches the 24 Trips with Tea Advent Calendar
Collaborative Art Museum Stationary
The New Papier x the Met Collaboration is One of a Kind
Cardboard Cosmetics Refill Pouches
Freshly Refills Reduce Cosmetics Industry Waste
Bookish Advent Calendars
This Advent Calendar for Book Lovers is Filled with 25 Gifts
All-Paper Perfume Boxes
Ffern’s Made-to-Order Fragrances are Packaged in Biodegradable Boxes
Paper-Packaged Haircare Products
Babo Botanicals Has Launched Haircare Products in Cartons
Artful Reusable Dishcloths
Hali Hali Offers Sustainable and Aesthetic Cleaning Accessories
Craft Soda Advent Calendars
The Jones Advent Calendar Shares 25 Days of Bubbly Beverages
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Realistic Messy Romantic Gifts
The Messy Paper Anniversary Gift Boxes Embraces Imperfections
DIY Candy Jewelry Kits
Cricket's Candy Creations Boasts the Candy Jewelry Craft Kit
Bio-Based Paper Packaging
Covestro's Partially Plant-Based Coating Boosts Recyclability
Recyclable Paper-Made Packaging Solutions
Mondi FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate is Sustainable
Solar-Powered Rover Kits
4M's 'Solar Rover Kit' Educates Kids About the Power of Green Science
Lunar New Year-Inspired Noteboooks
Moleskine Adds New Designs to the 3 Artists, 3 Countries Series
STEM Holiday Shops
CircuitMess' Holiday Gift Shop Has Presents That Teach Coding & Creative Design
Bird Feeder Cereal Packaging
'Co-Grain' Gives New Life to Disposable Packaging
Eco-Friendly Paper Packaging
Sourceful Debuts a New Paper Pouch to Compete with Plastic Packaging
Thoughtful Home Accessories Shops
Pillowpia Provides Easy Eclectic Pieces for the Home
Meticulous Paper-Stacked Chairs
Brian Thoreen Creates the Paragraphic in Four Stacks Chairs
Sustainable Biomaterial Gift Wraps
Natural Material Studio Designed Calvin Klein’s Gift Wrap
Paper-Based Yogurt Cups
Nancy’s Probiotic Foods Sustainably Packages Single-Serve Oatmilk Yogurt
Sustainable Modern Dish Towels
Functional Modern Dish Towels Made from Recycled Plastic Bottles
Paper Mable-Made Tables
Bentley Home Creates a Table with Paper Factor and Frederico Peri
Plastic-Free Vegan Advent Calendars
The HAPPi Advent Calendar Has Been Updated for 2023
Origami-Inspired Vase Lamps
The Gingko Smart Vase Light Offers Ambient Illumination and More
Recyclable Kid-Friendly Meals
Little Dish Launches Its New Range in 85% Wood Fibre Packs
Valentine's Day Advent Calendars
The Harry & David Seven Days of Love Advent Calendar is Charming
Sustainable Packaging Brands
Flourish® Utilizes Recycled Content and Safe Forestry Practices
Pulp-Based Wine Wraps
Perrier- Jouët's Champagne Bottle Wrap Uses Paper Pulp and Vine Shoots
DIY Squishy Collectibles
An Elmer's Squishies Kit Creates Customized Surprise Toys
Paper-Inspired Half-Folded Lamps
Jihoon Shim Designs the Half Lamp Inspired by Origami
Brainteaser Advent Calendars
The Project Genius Advent Calendar Shares 12 Days of Puzzles
Compostable Sheet Masks
Masque BAR's Eco-Friendly Sheet Masks are Home-Compostable
Plastic-Free Remembrance Poppies
Matter's Poppies are Made from Coffee Cup Waste & Wood Fibers
Customizable White-Label Consumables
Printify Offers On-Demand Consumables for Brands & Businesses
Festive Bamboo Tissues Papers
The Stack-A-Tree is an Eco-friendly Twist on Holiday Decorations
Origami-Inspired Cubic Lamps
Alice Chun Designs the MEGAPUFF Lamp with Portable Features
Quirky Holiday Soaps
Primal Elements Cute Holiday Soaps are Designed to Make You Smile
Heat-Sealable Paper-Wrap Materials
Orlandi Launches the EcoPro™ Paper-Wrap Sustainable Packaging
Eco Cardboard Can-Carriers
Wild Rose Craft Brewery Debuts Cardboard Can-Carrier to Reduce Waste
Comprehensive 3D Printing Resources
'Udemy' Offers Engaging Online Courses on 3D Printing
Summer-Ready Reusable Kitchen Towels
Cloud Paper's Swish Cloths are Adorable and Functional
Pulp Foam Packaging
Stora Enso Launches the Eco-Friendly 'Papira' Pulp Foam Packaging
Recyclable Paper Packaging Initiatives
Walmart is Swapping to Recyclable Packaging on All Channels
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Community Goods Touts Eco-Friendly Solutions and Packaging
Self-Updating E-Ink Newspapers
Project E Ink Presents Fresh Headlines Daily
Origami-Inspired Solar Panels
Sego Innovations Develops a New Foldable and Portable Solar Panel
Holiday Decor Subscriptions
ReadyFestive Delivers Personalized Holiday Decorations to One's Door
Recyclable Paper-Made RFID Tags
This PulpaTronics All-Paper RFID Tag Reduces CO2 Emissions
Sustainable Dish Sponge Alternatives
This 3-Pack of Pop Up Dish Sponges is Plastic-Free
Recycled Cardboard Toilet Papers
These Tesco Paper Products are for the Kitchen and Bathroom
STEM Subscription Crates
KiwiCo's STEM Subscription Crates Equip Children with Valuable Skills
Colorful Poster-Sized Wall Planers
Poketo Boasts a Playful Big Wall Calendar, Inspired by Color
Curated Eco-Friendly Marketplaces
Me Mother Earth Boasts Eco Products for Various Purposes
Confetti-Filled Wrapping Papers
'FettiWrap™' Confetti Wrapping Paper Elevates Amusement
Water Brand Wrapping Paper
Liquid Death's Winter Slaughterland Wrapping Paper Has Candy Cane Axes
Seasonal Interactive Fashion Installations
Yoshihisa Tanaka Highlights Washi Paper for SS24
Pasta-Inspired Bath Products
Paper Plane Bath Spaghetti is Made with Skin-Nourishing Ingredients
Paper-Made Compostable Cutlery
EcoEdge Paper Cutlery is Made with FSC-Certified Material
Life-Size In-Store Countdowns
Toys R Us Asia and Craig & Karl Created an Advent Calendar for All
Body Care Advent Calendars
The Body Shop's Holiday Advent Calendars are Indulgent
Plant-Based Household Products
The Paperbird BLUE Range Now Includes a Variety of Additional Items
Sustainable Eraser Packaging
Maped Erasers Receive Transparent Paper Packaging Using Cristal Paper
Reusable Paper Lunch Bags
Out of the Woods Reinterprets a Nostalgic Lunch Classic
ASMR-Inspired Soothing Toys
These Sensory Motion Bubblers Visually Create Calm
Bamboo Paper Product Expansions
The Good Roll Products are Arriving in the UK at Asda
Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories
The Samsung Eco-Friends Collection Has 55 Products
Tomato Stem-Based Boxes
The ICP Created Corrugated Cardboard out of Tomato Stems
Customizable Chocolate Advent Calendars
Lindt's Pick and Mix Advent Calendar Can Be Made In-Store
Naturally Colored Toilet Papers
The Cheeky Panda Natural Colour Bamboo Toilet Tissue is Soft
Origami-Inspired Seating Capsule
Ames Living's New Seating Line Relies on Origami-Inspired Design
Sawdust-Created Biodegradable Casts
DART Lab's BioMatters Project Creates a Concrete Cast
Mess-Free Eco Craft Kits
Brainstorm's Create N Colour Let Kids Magically Paint with Water
Alternative Skincare Sheets
Skinsheet Multiuse Facial Sheets are Made with 100% Cotton Cellulose
DIY Soy Candle Sets
Creative QT Candles Boasts a Comprehensive Candle-Making Kit
Eco-Friendly Sponge Cloths
Trader Joe's Reusable Sponge Cloths are an Alternative to Paper Towels
Eco Coffee Advent Calendars
The Blue Goose Coffee Eco Coffee Pod Advent Calendar Has Eight Blends
Plastic Bottle-Made Christmas Trees
Caroline Chaptini Creates the a Sustainable Christmas tree
Paper-Made Product Bundles
Mondi and ATS-Tanner Created Paper Bundle Packaging
Bamboo Hot Beverage Cups
Celebration Packaging Debuts its Bamboo Fiber Hot Drink Cups
Paper-Made Mushroom Packaging
Sainsbury's Mushroom Punnets are Now Made with Cardboard
Biodegradable Glitter Innovations
USask Researchers Develop an Innovative Bio-Glitter Alternative
Junkyard-Inspired Art Projects
ÉCAL and Philippe Malouin Unveil the Junkyard Diving Project
Custom Holiday Ornaments
Staples Print Services Make Custom Gifting Easy
Playful Reusable Diaper Designs
Charlie Banana Debuts a New Selection of Reusable Diaper Products
Luxury Bamboo Toilet Papers
The Cheeky Panda Bamboo Toilet Tissue Comes in New Varieties
Quirky eCard Platforms
Happiepages Has an Online Celebratory Card for Any Occassion
DIY Nail Art Printers
Preemadonna's DIY Nailbot Kit Gets Girls Interested in STEM
Self Care Planners
The 2024 Self Care Planner Helps People Prioritize Self Care
Cardboard Box-Transformed Furniture
Max Lamb Presents the Box Exhibition at Gallery Fumi
Paper Packaging Recycle Stations
Co-cre8 Debuts the New Paper Cup Collection and Recycling Service
Festive Plantable Pencils
SproutWorld Debuts Festive Love Plantable Pencil Eight-pack Edition
Eco-Friendly Paper Towels
Co-op Honest Value 100% Recycled Kitchen Towel is Eco-Focused
Written-to-Digital To-Do Lists
Papper Let's Users Scan and Digitize Handwritten Notes and Lists
Textural Chocolate Advent Calendars
The Kinder® Holiday Mix Countdown Calendar is Treat-Packed
Customizable Certificate Makers
SmashingDocs Has a Certificate Maker to Suit Any Occassion