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The 15 Greatest Washi Tape Crafts for an Amazing Party

February 13, 2017 by Leslie 23 Comments

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Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

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It all started in 2006, when a few artists approached Japanese company Kamoi Kakoshi and ended up developing a colorful and ultra-versatile masking tape. Not long after, Japanese masking tape hit the US market and has taken over craft rooms everywhere.

You might know it as washi tape.

Like white plates, washi tape has become a staple in my stash of party supplies. The patterns are usually bright and colorful, it tears off the roll easily, you can write on it, and if you mess up your first attempt, it peels off easily. What’s not to like?

As much as I love printables for their consistent design aesthetic and ease of use for party decorations, washi tape is a great alternative that adds a sweet personal flair to your party when you use it.

Just going through this list I can’t wait to go get more washi tape to add to my ever-expanding collection. Then I might even find more ways to use washi tape in party crafts. Or other craft projects, too. Thank goodness Kamoi Kakoshi took a chance on washi tape so many years ago. We’d be missing out on a whole world of paper crafts!

Where do you like to buy your washi tape?
Do you have any favorite washi tape party crafts?

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15 Awesome Washi Tape Party Crafts

1. Add style and coordinated colors to your household frames with a strip or two of washi tape.

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

2. Layer stripes of washi tape along the back of an acrylic monogram for a softer take on washi’s bright colors.

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

I let my oldest (then 6-years-old) put the washi tape on this ampersand last Easter and then removed the excess with an x-acto knife. She got to proudly display her artwork for the party, and I loved the eclectic pattern that it

3. Make a cute miniature cake bunting (via Sugar and Cloth)

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

4. Paper straws take fun to a whole new level when covered with washi tape the way Lebenslustiger did.

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

5. All Sorts of Pretty shows how to turn an unfinished tray into a party tray that pops.

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

6. Poppytalk made the most adorable homemade washi tape wrapping paper.

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

7. Add wee little bunting flags to whiteware to make it match your party’s theme colors, just like A Spoonful of Sugar Designs

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

8. Give mason jar favors a little pizzazz with washi tape on the lids as shown at Modern Pilgrim.

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

9. Make wooden flatware more festive by adding a little washi tape on the handles (via The Merrythought)

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

10. Better yet, keep all your utensils together in Making Home Base’s cute paper bag and washi tape utensil holder.

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

11. Toothpick washi tape flags (from Pink Suede Shoe) are perfect as cupcake (or pancake) toppers

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

12. Flax and Twine had the genius idea to keep straws attached to cups using washi tape.

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

13. Use washi tape to add color to disposable plastic cups (Bonus: Since you can write on it, use the tape to help keep track of which cup belongs to each guest.

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

 

14. Bombshell Bling made a flower bunting for a family cork board , but it would be equally adorable as a party decoration.

Take a look at these 15 washi tape party crafts to get started creating an amazing party with one of the most economical and versatile supplies available.

15. Like to use candles when decorating for a party. What Happened Next shared an adorable way to cover the outside of tea lights with washi tape.

Helen Mills Washi Tape Tea Lights

 

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About Leslie

Leslie is the passionate party planner in her family. Living with metastatic breast cancer since 2022, she is determined to find a way to continue making amazing parties for her kids that don't leave you exhausted. To do that Leslie combines the experience she learned working for a professional event planner with the reality of a busy family life to create party inspiration that the average mom can reproduce and be proud of.

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  1. Tammy says

    February 13, 2017 at 11:13 am

    Thank you for sharing all these darling washi craft ideas! We are part of this craze and my girls love creating with this tape. Such a fun way to add your own personalized touch to everyday items.

    Reply
    • Leslie says

      February 25, 2017 at 12:56 pm

      Washi tape is awesome, isn’t it? It’s one of my favorite craft supplies to give to the kids…it doesn’t stain anything!

      Reply
  2. Janine Huldie says

    February 13, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    OK I love all the washabi tape crafts here, but think my favorite is the mason jar one and most definitely going to have to see if I can try that here now, as well. Thanks Leslie 😉

    Reply
    • Leslie says

      February 25, 2017 at 12:57 pm

      You are the mason jar queen! I know you could make something fantastic with washi tape and mason jars.

      Reply
  3. Victoria @DazzleWhileFrazzled says

    February 14, 2017 at 7:26 am

    Great round-up of washi tape ideas. Like the straws attached to the cups!

    Reply
    • Leslie says

      February 25, 2017 at 12:57 pm

      That really is a great idea, isn’t it?!

      Reply
  4. Karen Grosz says

    February 14, 2017 at 9:53 am

    Awesome ideas to try. Love the bunting on the teapot.

    Reply
    • Leslie says

      February 25, 2017 at 12:58 pm

      That’s definitely one of my favorites. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  5. webmdiva says

    February 14, 2017 at 11:54 am

    True story: I had no freaking idea what to do with Washi tape until just now. Thank YOU!!!!!

    Reply
    • Leslie says

      February 25, 2017 at 12:59 pm

      Oh no! You’ve been missing out!

      Reply
  6. Peachy and her Mommy says

    February 14, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    I love the idea of using this to coordinate the look of things for a party. Plates, cutlery, even the serving dishes! Lovely idea. #happynowlinkup

    Reply
    • Leslie says

      February 25, 2017 at 1:00 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. Mother of 3 says

    February 14, 2017 at 5:28 pm

    So many cute ideas! I love these. Pinned.

    Reply
    • Leslie says

      February 25, 2017 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks so much for stopping by, and for sharing!

      Reply
  8. Nellie says

    February 14, 2017 at 10:17 pm

    omggg this is so perfect! I especially love the umbrellas and the forks and knives! I can’t even tell you how much washi tape I have for my planning addiction (it is quite the embarrasing number) however, the other day my son had to do a project and I made it sooo pretty with washi! lol

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    • Leslie says

      February 25, 2017 at 1:02 pm

      I’m definitely going to have to look into washi tape for planners. I bet yours is adorable!

      Reply
  9. Selena, The Rambler says

    February 15, 2017 at 8:57 am

    Okay, seriously Leslie! I’m leaving this post and hunting for my daughters stash of washi tape and am finding things to do today with it. LOVE the ampersand project you did with your daughter! That was one my absolute favorite one! Can’t wait to show my kid this post. She will love all the ideas. She’s the washi tape fanatic…but now that I’ve seen this, there will be two of us. #happynowlinkup

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    • Leslie says

      February 25, 2017 at 1:03 pm

      So glad you liked the washi tape ampersand! My daughter loved doing that project and took so much care with the pattern and placement.

      Reply
  10. Jen says

    February 22, 2017 at 10:38 pm

    I really am under utilizing Washi tape I think. I need to dig that bin out of the back of the closet. These are such cute ideas! I love that wooden utensil idea. You could make little care packages and glitz them up with that trick.

    Reply
    • Leslie says

      February 25, 2017 at 1:07 pm

      Washi tape is great on packages. Love the idea of using it for care packages in particular!

      Reply
  11. sophie Huber says

    February 14, 2018 at 9:57 am

    Hi, thank you for the inperations, i will recunstruct the secornd party gift to my boyfriend…. I know thats a crazy idea but their is a funny story behind

    Thank you very much for the cool value and inpiration!

    Reply

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