# Crafty Graduation Accessories This DIY Graduation Tassel Lets You Wear Pretty Paper Flowers By Alyson Wyers | Published 2017-05-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-graduation-tassel References: [laurenconrad](https://laurenconrad.com/blog/2017/05/friday-favorites-241/) & [thehousethatlarsbuilt](http://thehousethatlarsbuilt.com/2017/04/paper-flower-graduation-tassel.html/) It's that time of year where people are graduating from high school and college, making it the perfect occasion to craft a DIY graduation tassel. Created by Rebecca Young of the blog The House That Lars Built, the [paper flower](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-flower-crown) graduation tassel adds some flair to a traditional yet drab graduation cap and gown. The DIY graduation tassel is a fun project to undertake whether you are graduating soon or you have a loved one taking that step. You will need materials including gold string, wooden beads and [colorful cardstock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taggeez). Pretty pink crepe paper is used to create the tassel at the end, although you could easily customize the color scheme to fit your school colors or personal preferences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Graduation Tassels:** Crafting personalized graduation tassels to add flair and customization to traditional graduation attire. - **Paper Flower Crafts:** Using colorful cardstock to create beautiful paper flowers for various creative projects. - **Personalized Accessories:** Customizing accessories with personal preferences and color schemes for a unique touch. ### Who This Affects Most - **Crafting and DIY:** Opportunities for crafting businesses to offer DIY graduation tassel kits and materials. - **Paper and Stationery:** Paper and stationery companies can explore creating cardstock and crepe paper specifically for crafting paper flowers. - **Personalization and Customization:** Businesses specializing in personalized products can offer customization options for graduation accessories, such as tassels and cap decorations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Snack-Forward Graduation Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chips-and-queso.md) - [Rewarding Graduation Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hallmark-and-venmo.md) - [Crystal Floral Arrangement Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-crystal-floral-kits.md) - [DIY LED Flower Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floled.md) - [Encouraging Graduation Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-magic-bundle.md) - [Artisan Celebration-Themed Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sip-sip-hooray-truffle-bar.md) - [Personalized Graduation Videos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gradcut.md) - [DIY Embroidery Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-stitched-ornament-kits.md) - [Edible Holiday Decorations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-holiday-decoration.md)