Creative Diy Confetti Holder Ideas For Your Wedding

Wedding confetti cones are a brilliant DIY idea for your big day and can be easily made at home. They can be handed out as wedding favours for your guests or placed on chairs for a fun ceremony exit. Confetti cones can be made from a variety of materials, including brown paper, sheet music, or wallpaper, or printable scrapbook paper, and decorated with stamps, stickers, lace, buttons, or ribbons. They can also be filled with sweets, chocolates, or popcorn, in addition to confetti or rose petals. Making your own wedding confetti cones is a creative and inexpensive way to add a personal touch to your wedding celebrations.

Choosing your paper

The paper you choose for your wedding confetti cones can be a fun way to express your personality and style. It's also a great opportunity to tie in your wedding theme or colour palette. Here are some ideas to consider:

• Brown paper – This is a classic and versatile option that can be dressed up or down to match your wedding style. You can leave it plain or decorate it with stamps, stickers, or lace.
• Printable scrapbook paper – This option allows you to print your own design onto white card stock. You can choose a design that matches your wedding theme or add your initials, a heart, or a "Mr & Mrs" stamp, as suggested by Hitched.
• Sheet music – Using sheet music paper is a unique and creative choice, especially if music is an important part of your relationship or wedding ceremony.
• Wallpaper – Choosing wallpaper with a fun pattern or design can add a touch of whimsy to your confetti cones.
• Doilies – Cutting doilies in half and gluing them into a cone shape is a simple way to create elegant and decorative confetti cones. You can also add trim, lace, or buttons to further embellish them.

When selecting your paper, consider the weight and thickness. You'll want something sturdy enough to hold the confetti or petals without tearing, especially if you plan to add decorations or embellishments. Also, keep in mind that if you're using a stamp, thick paper may not be suitable as it can be difficult to get a clear impression.

Cutting and measuring

The first step in making your wedding confetti cones is to gather your materials. You can use brown paper, sheet music, or wallpaper for the cones. You can also use printable scrapbook paper that you can print onto white A4 card stock. You will also need scissors, a ruler, a pencil, glue or double-sided tape, and any decorations you want to add, such as lace, buttons, or ribbons.

Once you have your materials, start by cutting your chosen paper into circles, using a plate or pan lid as a template. You can also cut a 6x6 inch square from your paper if you prefer a more angular design. If you are using a square, measure and cut the paper to size, then turn it 45 degrees clockwise so it forms a diamond shape.

Next, you will need to divide your circle into thirds. You can do this by folding the circle or by using a ruler and pencil to mark the centre and draw lines. This step will help ensure your cones are all a similar size.

If you are using a square, the next step is to measure 1 inch in from one edge. Then, use a ruler to create a straight line and make a dog-ear fold, creasing from your 1-inch mark to the bottom corner of the paper. Bring the opposite edge of the paper towards the crease and secure it with glue or tape.

For the circle, cut along the lines you drew to divide it into thirds. Now you are ready to start forming your paper into a cone shape.

Decorating the cone

Lace Paper Doily

Cut a paper doily into three equal pieces. Attach one piece to the inside of the cone using glue or double-sided tape. This will give the cone a pretty, delicate look. You can also experiment with other types of paper, such as brown paper, sheet music or wallpaper.

Stamps

Stamping is a great way to add a personal touch to your confetti cones. Choose a stamp design that fits your wedding theme, such as initials, a heart or "Mr & Mrs". Use ink pads in metallic or colourful ink to stamp your design onto the cone. You can also use scrap paper to test out your stamping skills before applying it to the cone.

Washi Tape, Ribbon or Lace

Add some extra flair to your cones with decorative tape, ribbon or lace. Use a glue gun to secure these elements to the cone. This will hide any seams or imperfections and give the cone a polished look.

Flowers or Greenery

For a more natural look, consider adding small flowers or greenery to your cones. You can use fresh or dried flowers, or even make your own paper flowers from crepe paper. Simply secure the flowers or greenery to the cone with hot glue.

Biodegradable Confetti or Petals

If you want to fill your cones with something other than paper confetti, consider using biodegradable confetti or petals. This is a more environmentally-friendly option, especially if your wedding venue has restrictions on confetti.

Cellophane Wrap

If you're using the cones as wedding favours for young guests, consider wrapping them in cellophane. This will create a cute presentation and keep the contents of the cone fresh and secure.

Securing the cone

There are several ways to secure the paper in place to form a cone. You can use glue, double-sided tape, or a glue gun.

For the glue method, apply a line of glue along the inside of the paper, then roll the paper into a cone shape, holding it in place for a few seconds until the glue dries. You can also use a glue gun, which dries almost instantly.

If you're using double-sided tape, cut a small strip and place it along the inside of the paper, then roll the paper into a cone shape, pressing down on the tape to secure it.

For a more rustic look, you can use a stamp and ink pad to decorate the paper before forming it into a cone. This method doesn't require any additional adhesive, as the stamp will create a slight impression on the paper that helps to hold the cone shape.

Experiment with different methods to see which one works best for the type of paper you are using. You can also add extra security by using a piece of ribbon, washi tape, or lace tied around the base of the cone to hold it together.

Filling the cone

If you're making a stamped cone, cut out a 6x6-inch square from your white card. Decorate the top corner with stamps, such as initials, a heart, or "Mr & Mrs". Once dry, turn the card over and decorate the other side. Then, place the top of the ruler about 1.5 inches in and down from the right-hand edge of the card, angling it towards the bottom-right corner to create a triangle. Cut along the edge of the triangle and fold down the crease. Bring the opposite edge of the card inwards and stick it down with glue, ensuring the glue goes all the way to the bottom to prevent any confetti from falling out.

For a doily cone, cut a doily in half down the centre and glue along one half of the inside edge. Bring the sides together, overlapping them slightly, to form a cone.

Once you've made your cones, you can fill them with paper confetti, biodegradable petal confetti, sweets, or popcorn. Display them in a box, basket, or confetti stand.

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