When it comes to decorating living spaces, sometimes people have to think outside of the box to really make it their own; enter these paper home decor ideas. Adding texture in unexpected ways, the products and projects come together to inspire people to look at materials with refreshed eyes. Paper might seem like a common enough staple, but when utilized in the right way, it can transform into something truly artistic and striking.
For instance, an example of paper home decor involves a beautiful lampshade that casts a warm glow for a welcoming ambiance residents and guests will love. Keeping the material in mind, these paper home decor may even inspire people to tackle making some of their own.
22 Paper Home Decor Ideas
From DIY Paper Product Projects to Festive Fruity Paper Decorations:
Meghan Young — Sep 17, 2014 — Art & Design
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3D Geometric Wall Decals
Add Texture and Color to Your Decor with This Fun DIY Tutorial
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Phoenix Paper Sculptures
Paper Rebirth by Zim&Zou; Gives Recycled Papers New Life
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Psychedelically Retro Wallpaper
Studio Job's New Retro Wallpaper Designs are Vibrant and Fun
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Punch-Out Paper Lamps
Fifti-Fifti Lets You Easily Customize Your Own Furniture
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Homemade Ampersand Lighting
The DIY Marquee Light is a Fun Vintage Industrial Project
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Folding Paper Furniture
The Lightweight Paper Table That Folds Away Like Origami
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DIY Paper Produce Projects
Play Fruit by Mr Printables Lets People Create Their Own Fruit Decor
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Modernist Painted Wallpaper Projects
The Brand New Paint Job Projects Gets Modern with Fine Art
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Paper Mache Seats
These Unique Seats Are Made Through Reverse Engineering
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Layered Fabric Lanterns
Vanessa Vivian's 'Axo Light' Series Features Fabric Lantern Decor
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Handmade Character Tissue Boxes
These Adorable Tissue Holders Will Add Some Whimsy to Your Home
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Color-In Wallpaper
This Art Project Will Have You Entertained for Hours
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Anime Quilled Paper Characters
Aimie Holdorf Rolled Paper into Cute Pokemon Creations
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Paper-Saving Towel Rolls
These Towel-Replacing Paper Rolls are Environmentally Friendly
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Paper-Made Ombre Lamps
Add Some Asian Inspiration to Your Home with a Fade Out Paper Lantern
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Monstrous Origami Art
These Origami Pieces Depict Creatures from the Monster Hunter Video Games
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Antiquated Vintage Wallpaper
The Brooklyn Tin Wallpaper by NLXL Welcomes Guests With a Classy Vibe
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Geometric Wall Coverings
GEN by Dsignio is an Adjustable Design Inspired by Genetics
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Chic Paper Lamp Shades
The Orikomi Pendant Light Collection Comes from a Company Called Blaanc
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Festive Fruity Paper Decorations
These Fruit-Shaped Paper Decorations are Great for Summer Parties
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Miniature Recycled Buildings
These Paper Replicas by Zupagrafika Feature Iconic Buildings
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Metallic Geometric Wallpaper
Tectonic Fields by Huxhux Design has an Ink Blot Aesthetic
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