20 DIY Paper Wedding Backdrops

Kate Thorn
Jul 19, 2014

Paper backdrops are a hot trend right now and for good reason: They lend a handmade bit of charm, are inexpensive to create and are perfect for giving that personal flair everyone wants for their wedding. While most money and attention goes into decorating the reception, it’s nice to have one big, show-stopping piece during the ceremony to reinforce the theme and color palette. So whether your wedding warrants tissue flowers, geometric garlands or fancy origami, here are 20 gorgeous inspirations to get you folding paper!

1. Scalloped Edge: A modern sleek take on the paper backdrop, this is a fun way to incorporate accent colors into the ceremony. (via Ruffled)

2. Delicate Butterflies: Cutting out a lot of butterflies would take a long time which is why we love how this couple just used them as a little accent. (via Glitter Inc)

3. Written Out: It doesn’t get much more personal than literally writing out your vows, favorite memories or that song you guys always sing along with. (via Style Me Pretty)

4. Pantone Backdrop: A graphic design version of a stained glass window, you could use all the colors or just pick and choose the ones that are in your color palette. (via Ruffled)

5. Fiesta Colors: The vibrant colors in this paper flower arch set the tone for a festive celebration. (via Hair Today)

6. Crepe Paper Ribbons: Super simple and elegant, just hang up crepe paper streamers for a flowy backdrop. (via Green Wedding Shoes)

7. Wax Paper Backdrop: This may take a while to make, but it definitely won’t cost you very much since it’s made out of something you have in your kitchen! (via Style Me Pretty)

8. Pinwheel Flowers: Make the crepe paper ribbon backdrop a bit fancier with these pinwheels that you can buy from the craft store. (via Something Turquoise)

9. Folded Paper: We love the 3D aspect of these shapes and the fact you can subtly incorporate all the colors from your wedding palette. (via Martha Stewart Weddings)

10. Mix and Match: Everything from pinwheels to tissue paper flowers went into this layered work of art. (via Style Me Pretty)

11. Paper Cranes: Start your new life together with 1,000 good wishes. (via Wedding Chicks)

12. Accordion Pleats: It’s amazing how dramatic a little pleated tissue paper can look when added to a garland arch. (via Michelle Edgemont)

13. Paper Chains: Paper chains aren’t just a kindergarten project, they add a fun texture and color element to the backdrop. (via Floridian Weddings)

14. Flower Garlands: So simple on a pipe frame, but the paper flowers are just adorable. (via Ruffled)

15. Cartoon Flowers: We love these all white graphic flowers with the bright purple pops of color. (via Green Wedding Shoes)

16. Rolled Paper Wall: Getting inspiration from Anthropologie’s window displays, the bride made this colorful rolled paper backdrop! (via Green Wedding Shoes)

17. Big Fringe: Big curtains of fringed paper make an impact and are easy to make! (via Oh Happy Day)

18. Paper Chip Garland: Oh hey, ombre! The confetti-like feel of this paper garland is so delicate. (via Intimate Weddings)

19. Floral Arch: The paper flowers are made from several different patterns, using colorful card stock, old books and patterned paper for accent. (via Green Wedding Shoes)

20. DIY Masterpiece: It took months to create, but the time was totally worth it; this DIY includes instructions on how to create those pretty flower shapes. (via Paperblog)

Are you inspired to start folding flowers? Let us know in the comments below!

Starbucks’ Valentine’s Cups Are Officially Here – See All The Cute Designs!

Sound the alarms: Starbucks' Valentine's cups have landed in stores! Four adorable cup designs hit shelves on January 3, with plenty of time left for you to snag your favorite design (or a few of 'em) ahead of Valentine's Day. Of course, the Starbucks Valentine's cups are covered in nothing but pinks, reds, and hearts.

You're not gonna want to miss this year's Starbucks Valentine's cups, because just like any reusable cup, they let you take $0.10 off your coffee order, plus earn 25 bonus stars if you're a Starbucks Rewards member.

Scroll on to see the cutest Starbucks Valentine's cups for 2025!

See The New 2025 Starbucks Valentine's Cups

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Valentine’s Day Cold Cup

Starbucks' Valentine's Day drop includes some pretty bold designs, including this playful pixelated piece. This 24-ounce cold cup goes for $22.95, and it's perfect for holding your iced lattes and cold brews and keeping them cold all day long.

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Pink Floral Cold Cup with Straw Topper

The next cold cup boasts a ton of eye-catching florals and an adorable straw topper for extra curb appeal. This baby hold 24 ounces and will cost you $24.95 at participating Starbucks stores.

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Hot Pink Heart Tumbler with Charm

For all you hot drink lovers out there, you're def gonna want to snag this 12-ounce tumbler ($27.95) to help you get nice and caffeinated on your morning commute. It even comes with a heart charm for extra whimsy.

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Valentine’s Day Tumbler

The final Starbucks Valentine's cup is this fun ombré tumbler that holds a whole 16 ounces. Find it at your nearest 'Bux for $14.95.

Surprise! Peep The Starbucks Lunar New Year 2025 Cups

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Year of the Snake Cold Cup

The Starbucks Valentine's cups aren't all that's new to cafes – the coffee chain also dropped 3 adorable new cup designs for Lunar New Year, the Year of the Snake!

The first item is this 24-ounce cold cup. We simply adore all the colors featured on this one. Plus, it comes with a cutie little snake straw topper! Find it for $24.95.

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Year of the Snake Stainless Steel Tumbler

Next up is this stainless steel tumbler that'll keep 12 ounces of hot liquid, well, hot for the entire day. The illustration is just too cute! This baby goes for $22.95 at participating Starbucks locations.

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Year of the Snake Ceramic Mug

Finally, the most adorable Starbucks mug of all time! This 14-ounce mug is shaped like a lil' rainbow snake to spark joy every time you sip. Shop it for $16.95 in stores.

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The 5 'Pirates Of The Caribbean' Movies, Ranked From Phenomenal To Tragic

The 2000s was a golden age for all kinds of fantasy movies. Think the Narnia trilogy, Harry Potter, and of course, Pirates of the Caribbean. Not only did it have me dreaming of a tropical vacation but who didn't fall in love with Orlando Bloom as Will Turner? The first film was so successful it led to a whole series (and a redesign of the Disney World ride that inspired it), not to mention the fact Johnny Depp's Jack Sparrow has been cemented in pop culture history forever!

Here's the official Brit + Co ranking of the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, from best to worst.

1. 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl'

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Yeah, the first film totally takes the cake as the best Pirates of the Caribbean movie. It has a super solid script, and introduces us to characters who feel three-dimensional, engaging, and memorable. Jack Sparrow and Will Turner search for Captain Barbossa, who's taken Jack's ship (alongside his past crew, who are now undead) and kidnapped Elizabeth Swann, Will's love.

2. 'Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End'

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Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End is such an emotional experience that I have to put it at number 2. It's the perfect conclusion to the original trilogy, and follows Will, Elizabeth, and Barbossa as they set off to find Jack. It's got everything: romance, adventure, humor. And Elizabeth becoming Pirate King? 2007 me was shook.

3. 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest'

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The third spot on this list just has to go to the second installment of the OG trilogy. In this Pirates of the Caribbean movie, our favorite pirates are all hunting for the heart of Davy Jones: Jack hopes to avoid becoming Davy's slave, while Will wants to free his father. It's fun and opens with a crazy scene as Will and Elizabeth's wedding is interrupted by Lord Beckett arresting them.

4. 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales'

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The latest installment of the Pirates franchise (which was released in 2017) comes in at four. As Jack searches for Poseidon's Trident to defeat Captain Salazar, Will's son Henry teams up with astronomer Carina Smyth to help defeat the dangerous enemy. I love how this film brings Will and Elizabeth back (even if it's only for a bit), and I think the whole story is the perfect treat for fans of the series.

5. 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides'

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In the fourth Pirates of the Caribbean movie, Jack and Barbossa are looking for the fountain of youth, only to learn they're up against Blackbeard and his daughter. Unfortunately, Will and Elizabeth are nowhere to be found, which means this movie just doesn't have the same magic as the originals (even though Sam Claflin has my heart).

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OMG, This 'Friday Night Lights' Star Says They've Already "Been Asked" To Join The Reboot

The Office and One Tree Hill aren't the only old school TV shows getting the sequel treatment — a new Friday Night Lights is on its way! The reboot is in development at Peacock, with the original series' showrunner Jason Katims, director Peter Berg, and Brian Grazer on board (all of whom were executive producers as well). And it looks like we might just see our favorite stars return to Dillon, too.

Here's the latest news on the Friday Night Lights reboot — and its cast.

Is Friday Night Lights getting a reboot?

Yes, Friday Night Lights is getting a reboot! The news was announced at the end of 2024, and we'll once again see a local football team up against the odds. According to the show's official logline, "following a devastating hurricane, a rag tag high school football team and their damaged, interim coach make an unlikely bid for a Texas High School State Championship becoming a beacon of light for their town."

Will we see anyone from the original show?

The Friday Night Lights reboot cast hasn't been confirmed just yet, but one OG cast member just revealed we might see a few familiar faces. "I've been asked and we'll leave it at that," Taylor Kitsch (who played Tim Riggins) told SiriusXM’s The Spotlight. "I would come in and do something that maybe for an episode or something." He even pitches the idea that he could "maybe play an opposing team's coach or something and be on screen for like eight seconds. I would do that."

If Taylor's been asked then I'll bet some of our other favorite cast members have heard rumblings of the reboot as well. I'd love to see Zach Gilford and Minka Kelly return in literally any capacity.

Although Kyle Chandler (who starred as fan favorite coach Eric Taylor) revealed on TODAY he hasn't gotten any calls...yet. “I don’t know what I’ll say [if I’m asked].”

The Friday Night Lights cast included to Kyle Chandler, Connie Britton, Gaius Charles, Scott Porter, Aimee Teegarden, Minka Kelly, Michael B. Jordan, Adrianne Palicki, Taylor Kitsch, Zach Gilford, and Jesse Plemons.

Where can I watch the Friday Night Lights reboot?

We don't have a Friday Night Lights release date to give you just yet, but we do know we'll be able to stream the new TV show on Peacock. Stay tuned for more!

Check out 25 New TV Shows You NEED To Watch In 2025 for all the new titles to hold you over until you can press play on the Friday Night Lights reboot.

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