# Deceptively Decadent Paper Jewelry This DIY Paper Jewelry is Cristian Lacroix-Inspired By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2013-07-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-paper-jewelry References: [recyclart.org](http://www.recyclart.org/2013/07/80s-inspired-paper-jewelry/) & [markmontano](http://markmontano.com/blog/2013/05/18/recycled-paper-jewelry-diy/) This DIY paper jewelry tutorial by Mark Montano takes inspiration from luxe accessories and recreates them for a fraction of the cost. Mark takes inspiration from beautiful pieces by Cristian Lacroix and makes his own [chunky 80s-inspired creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry). The DIY project requires a bangle for the base, some metallic paint, scrap magazine pages and as many [flat-backed jewels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-bijoux) as you can find. Rolling up the magazine pieces and topping them with gems really gives the accessories volume and creates a look that is quite believable. Mark uses this technique to create earrings and other fun pieces as well. This DIY makes great [costume jewelry pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/judy-carter), as well as statement pieces you can wear everyday without the worry of losing them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Paper Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptively innovative accessory makers to offer alternative low cost yet high quality paper accessories. - **Sustainable Jewelry:** Opportunity for disruptively innovative jewelry makers to offer an environmentally friendly option using scrap magazine pages. - **Upcycling Trend:** Opportunity for disruptively innovative fashion designers to create an upcycling trend using scrap materials. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can capitalize on the DIY paper accessory trend and offer affordable but fashionable items to their customers. - **Jewelry:** Jewelry makers can incorporate scrap magazine pages and upcycling in their design process, creating unique and sustainable pieces. - **Crafts and DIY:** Companies in the crafts and DIY industry can provide DIY paper accessory kits as an alternative to traditional jewelry-making kits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glam Bracelet-Making Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-couture-bracelet-kit.md) - [Bread-Encrusted Gemstone Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rising-collection.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Statement Bangle Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/statement-bangle-collection.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Stunning Organic-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry.md) - [Bold Handmade Jewelry Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holst-lee.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md)