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Christmas decorations made from paper are often a more planet-friendly alternative to traditional decorations as they're reusable and recyclable. Plus, many paper Christmas decorations can be folded away when not in use. easter bag velvet
There's a variety of paper decorations available, so you can choose everything from understated Scandinavian designs to bold and contemporary pieces for a luxe, maximalist look.
Whether you're decorating a Christmas tree, looking for something to adorn your front door, or giving your mantelpiece a festive upgrade, we've got something for you.
'Available in a vast array of beautiful colours, they’re a versatile choice that sits beautifully in both traditional and more contemporary festive decor,' explains Guy Daltry, the head of product at Garden Trading.
'Paper garlands, pop-up trees, baubles and decorative stars can be used to transform your home into a festive fairytale land, and are also a great choice for those trying to step away from plastic and choose a much more sustainable option. They’re also a convenient option for those who go all out at Christmas and then struggle to store their decor for the rest of the year. Foldable and lightweight, you could probably fit a whole grotto’s worth of paper decoration in one box.'
Suzy Humphreys, the founder of Layered Lounge, says: 'I adore creating a 'wow factor' moment in our hallway with large paper decorations, which I hang from the staircase and mirrors. They help in setting the tone when welcoming guests, elevating the festive spirit.'
You can also hang paper decorations on trees, put them in windows, or, if you have a paper Christmas garland, hang them along your mantelpiece.
Keep reading to discover our favourite paper Christmas decorations for 2023...
Paper decorations can look every bit as luxe as the traditional ornaments we've come to love over the years. We love the bold and punchy colour palette on these honeycomb baubles, finished with pearl beads on top and elegant tassels.
Give your wreath a contemporary twist with this eye-catching paper design. It's chunky, stylish and fits a whole host of interior styles. Better still, it comes packed in a hard cardboard box for easy storage.
We're rather fond of this pretty pink paper Christmas decoration. It'll add a feminine touch to your festive interior and is great for building on a neutral colour scheme.
There's something oh-so-pretty about this LED star. Available in teal, blue, mustard or red, and made from recycled cotton paper, it features warm white LEDs which add extra sparkle as they glow through the intricate cut-out details.
Handmade and featuring layered paper leaves, this unique Christmas wreath is sure to make a statement no matter where it's hung.
In blue, red and green tones, this round paper Christmas garland features honeycomb baubles for a fun addition to your mantelpiece.
This lovely angel made of pleated paper is adorned with glittering details – place it on the Christmas tree or hang in a window.
Made from recycled paper, these beautiful Christmas tree paper decorations arrive flat and then fold out – simply seal with a magnet. They're available in red, green and cream.
These 3D paper stars, complete with a set of 20 warm white LEDs, omit a soft glow. You get three in the pack – differing heights of 30cm, 40cm and 60cm – and they're ideal for styling on a wall or in a window.
These elegant, diamond-shaped cardboard Christmas decorations are held together with a fabric cord at the top. There are lots of gorgeous colour combinations to choose from: burgundy/white, dark green/natural white, dark red/green, or beige.
These stars are ideal for the festive season and can be hung on your Christmas trees or over your mantelpieces. They also make brilliant table decorations.
Unfold and hang these pretty paper stars on your tree or anywhere in your living room or bedroom. The muted earthy tones are an understated way to add colour to your festive interior.
This delicate paper star is ideal to decorate your Christmas tree with and also looks delightful as an original wall decoration.
Bright and beautiful, this honeycomb paper tree is sure to catch the eye. If you're looking for maximalist Christmas decorations, this is the ornament for you.
Featuring a subtle gold metallic shimmer, these white paper snowflakes are as pretty as can be. Each piece comes with a hanging string to display it wherever you desire.
This trio of tasteful ornaments makes for easy decorating. These charming pieces are made from cream concertina paper edged with gold glitter, and come with string thread for easy hanging.
A fun reproduction of a Victorian paper Christmas garland. Each of the ten motifs can be pulled into whatever position you choose.
This textured and scalloped recycled paper bauble is an on-trend, sustainable way to decorate your Christmas tree. We love the dusky pink tone.
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