Make the most of a roll of brown kraft paper with these creative DIY ideas – great for gifts, holidays, and everyday decor!
Crafts and DIY Decor using Brown Kraft Paper
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Brown kraft paper might just be the most underrated item in your craft stash! It’s inexpensive, eco-friendly, and incredibly versatile. Whether you’re into farmhouse-style decor, holiday crafts, or everyday DIYs, a simple roll of kraft paper can go a long way.
Today I’m sharing fun and budget-friendly kraft paper crafts that will spark your creativity and maybe even save you a trip to the craft store.
Kraft Paper Crafts
Discover creative and budget-friendly kraft paper crafts for every season! From rustic gift wrap to DIY decor, this roundup has simple projects anyone can make.
Braided Kraft Paper Vase
Turn a roll of Dollar Tree kraft paper into a beautiful Braided Kraft Paper Vase in just a few easy steps.
Patriotic Book Stack
Grab some old hardcover books and brown paper to make this patriotic book stack with a free printable wreath design.
Kraft Paper Christmas Scroll Sign
Follow this quick tutorial to make a DIY Christmas scroll sign using FREE printable templates and a roll of brown kraft paper.
Pretty Spiky Kraft Paper Flower Craft Tutorial
Do you remember the korker/corkscrew hair bow trend that was popular many years ago? I was searching the Internet looking for inspiration and came upon this neat little craft.
The Elegant, Rustic and Free Way to Wrap Potted Plants
The Elegant, Rustic and FREE Way to Wrap Potted Plants for a Get Together or for Gift Giving.
Yarn Wrapped Kraft Paper
In the final holiday stretch and looking for a way to streamline your gift wrapping? Just get a big roll of kraft paper. You can dress kraft up in so many ways, and also involve your kids in some of those many ways!
Kraft Paper Wrapped Plants
Turn ordinary plants into cute little decor pieces using kraft paper!
DIY Paper Bag Leaf Garland
This dramatic DIY Fall leaf garland is made from brown paper bags! It looks surprisingly realistic and costs next to nothing. Grab my free hand drawn leaf template below.
Braided Brown Craft Paper Tray DIY
Turn a cardboard box and kraft paper into a beautiful tray that would make the perfect tablescape (for decorative purposes only).
DIY Paper Stars - Learn How to Make Paper Bag Stars
These paper bag stars are such an easy craft to make. And you only need a few supplies, that don’t cost a lot of money.
3 Creative Ways to Reuse Brown Paper Packaging for DIY Projects
Why buy expensive gift wrap when you can make your own with the brown paper packaging you’ve already got lying around?
Brown Paper Bag flower
Make these flower out of brown paper lunch bags. You could also make it with colored paper if you like.
Kraft Paper Table Runner
Guests could doodle or leave messages on the fun Kraft paper table runners.
Farmhouse Spring Entryway W/$1 DIY Paper Scroll Wall Decor
Have you seen those beautiful Kraft paper scrolls on Pinterest?? What if I told you that you could make one for just $1?! Here I’ll show you how to get decorate your entryway for spring with a $1 DIY paper scroll wall decor statement piece.
Kraft Paper Table Runner for a Teal Christmas.
I love the classy yet cozy feel that all came together perfect!
Kraft Paper Creations: How To Make A Gingerbread Man Advent Calendar
When Christmas sewing beckoned, it was high time for Kraft paper gingerbread men to debut.
Brown Paper Banner DIY: The Viral Pinterest Trend You Will Love
Brown paper banners are taking over Pinterest and TikTok — and for good reason. If you’ve been anywhere near social media lately, you’ve probably seen the brown paper banner trend with those adorable hand-painted designs.
How to DIY Book Covers With the Title Print
As promised, I would like to share how I covered my old well-loved books to give my bookcase a cleaner and more uniform look.
The beauty of kraft paper is that it’s neutral, flexible, and budget-friendly. You can dress it up or keep it simple, making it perfect for both everyday crafting and seasonal DIYs. So the next time you see a roll of brown kraft paper at the dollar store or craft aisle—grab it! The possibilities are endless.
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Aimee thank you so much for this wonderful collection of brown craft paper crafts. I love doing crafts with paper and having so many ideas in one spot is awesome! Love your creativity!
LOVE THESE IDEAS! Very happy to see so many creative ways to use all the brown paper in delivery boxes!
I was looking at at your craft ideas you did from Brown bags . I like to reuse stuff not for the landfill I don’t like that and if I can use it good .