DIY Paper Palm Leaves
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I’ve always loved making paper flowers, so I thought, why not try my hand at paper palm leaves? These handcrafted palm leaves have an elegant, tropical look that makes them perfect for decorating your home.
Whether displayed in a vase, added to a seasonal centerpiece, or used for special occasions like Palm Sunday, they bring a touch of nature indoors—without anyone realizing they’re made entirely from construction paper.
What’s great about this craft is that it’s simple, budget-friendly, and requires only a few materials. You can customize the size and color to match your decor or event theme. Plus, unlike real palm leaves, these won’t wilt or dry out over time! Follow the steps below to create your own beautiful paper palm leaves.
MATERIALS AND TOOLS USED FOR DIY PALM LEAVES
Paper Palm Leaves Step-By-Step Video
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How to Make Paper Palm Leaves
Start with a sheet of construction paper. Using a ruler and pencil, draw a slightly diagonal line across the paper to create an asymmetrical shape. Cut along this line to divide the paper into two halves.
Take one half and begin making small accordion-style folds from one edge to the other, flipping the paper over with each fold. Repeat this process with the other half of the paper.
Apply glue to the wider end of both folded pieces and press them together, forming the leaf shape. Once secured, trim the top where the pieces meet to create a clean finish.
For the stem, take another piece of construction paper and cut three long strips: two that are 0.5 inches wide and one that is 1 inch wide.
Attach the end of one strip to a wooden skewer with glue, then wrap it tightly around the skewer to cover it completely. This will form the stem of your paper palm leaf.
Position the wrapped skewer at the center of the glued paper leaves and secure it with more glue.
Wrap another long strip around the base where the skewer and leaves meet, keeping everything tight and in place. Continue wrapping until the strip is fully used, then glue the end to secure it.
To add texture, use scissors to snip between each folded section of the leaves, giving them a more natural, palm-like appearance.
That’s it! Your paper palm leaf is now complete and ready to be used for decoration.
