Thoughtful decor instantly sets the tone for any party, from backyard barbecues andbirthday partiesto baby showers and weddings.

One easy,affordable decorationanyone can DIY is fluffy, colorful tissue paper pom-poms.

Stack the sheets, then accordion-fold the full stack into about 2-inch pleats.

tissue paper pom poms folding edge

Press down gently to crease the folds, being careful not to rip the tissue paper.

For example, you’re able to createscallopedtissue paper pom-poms by rounding both ends of your folded stack.

To make spiky poufs, cut triangle points at the end of the tissue paper accordion.

tissue paper pom poms cutting scalloped edge

Don’t be afraid to experiment with different shapes!

Twist the ends of the wire to secure the stack of paper.

With the excess wire, fashion a hanging loop.

tissue paper pom poms wrapping wire

Start by very gently pulling on each sheet of tissue paper to form the voluminous sphere shape.

Ruffle and reposition the sheets carefully until you get an arrangement you like.

Attach a string or ribbon to the wire loop if you wish to hang the pom-poms.

tissue paper pom poms opening edge

Tocreate a garland, string multiple pom-poms onto a long piece of string or wire for a whimsical arrangement.

tissue paper pom poms unfolding edges