Make a DIY Photo Backdrop Out of Streamers
This DIY photo backdrop is colorful, easy, and fast! Learn the trick for making a backdrop using only streamers and tape for your next party.
Photo backdrops are so fun! And they’re even more fun when they’re easy and affordable. This classic project was one of our first photo backdrops and has since become one of our most recreated DIYs!
I can almost promise that you’ll want one of these DIY photo backdrops at your next party after we show you the quick and easy way to make a photo backdrop out of streamers.
Psst — be sure to check out our whole library of photo backdrops right here.
Why I love This Backdrop
We’ve got quite a library of photo backdrops these days but none of them is as easy and affordable as this one, while still packing such a visual punch.
It’s perfect for customizing because you can create it as large or as small as you like, and you can tailor the colors to your party theme.
And finally, because you’ll be using masking tape to adhere the backdrop to the wall, so there’s no risk of damage whatsoever.
Supplies You’ll need
You literally just need a blank wall and three supplies! And if you’re lucky, you’ve already got them in your cabinets.
Materials
- crepe paper streamers
- masking tape
- scissors
HOW TO MAKE A DIY PHOTO BACKDROP OUT OF STREAMERS
Make Time: 30 Minutes
- This photo backdrop is best placed on a blank wall with an open space in front of it.
- Start by deciding the dimensions and height of your backdrop. This particular backdrop is meant for photos of your guests’ torso and head. So this backdrop is four feet tall and five feet wide, and starts about 30 inches off the ground. If you’d like to make something larger, just go wider on the sides, start the streamers at a higher point on the wall, and take them all the way to the floor.
- At the top of your DIY photo backdrop, stretch a piece of masking tape sticky side out, and tape it to the wall with two smaller pieces. The long piece of tape needs to have the sticky side facing outward so that you can stick the crepe paper to it.
- Start attaching pieces of crepe paper, a little over four feet long. Snip the ends so that they’re square and match up the edge with the masking tape. Overlap the pieces slightly. Continue this way until you’ve worked your way across the entire backdrop.
- Roll a few pieces of masking tape so that they’re double-stick, and spread them across the top of the backdrop. Cover the top edge with a long piece of crepe paper to mask it and give it a clean finish. Do the same on either end to cover the smaller pieces of masking tape.
- At the bottom, stretch a piece of masking tape across all of the crepe paper, sticky side in. The goal is to contain all of the streamers so that they don’t fly out of place during photos.
- Mask the bottom with crepe paper using the same method that you did on the top. Snip the uneven edges of crepe paper so that all of the ends are hidden to complete your DIY photo backdrop
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Where to Place Your photo Backdrop
There! Now party on. This DIY photo backdrop would not only be perfect for a photobooth, but would be awesome behind a dessert table, a head table, or any place you need a fun visual element.
It would also be great just for a photoshoot, no party needed.
Check out all of our other backdrop ideas if you want to explore more than just how to make a photo backdrop out of streamers. We use all kinds of unexpected materials that you’re going to love. Have fun! xoxo
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DIY Photo Backdrop with Streamers
This DIY photo backdrop uses just streamers and masking tape to create a colorful, vibrant wall! Perfect for weddings, birthdays, photo shoots, and more.
Materials
- Crepe paper
- Masking tape
Tools
- Scissors
Instructions
- Start by deciding the dimensions and height of your backdrop. This particular backdrop is meant for photos of your guests' torso and head. So this backdrop is four feet tall and five feet wide, and starts about 30 inches off the ground. If you'd like to make something larger, just go wider on the sides, start the streamers at a higher point on the wall, and take them all the way to the floor.
- At the top of your DIY photo backdrop, stretch a piece of masking tape sticky side out, and tape it to the wall with two smaller pieces. The long piece of tape needs to have the sticky side facing outward so that you can stick the crepe paper to it.
- Start attaching pieces of crepe paper, a little over four feet long. Snip the ends so that they're square and match up the edge with the masking tape. Overlap the pieces slightly. Continue this way until you've worked your way across the entire backdrop.
- Roll a few pieces of masking tape so that they're double-stick, and spread them across the top of the backdrop. Cover the top edge with a long piece of crepe paper to mask it and give it a clean finish. Do the same on either end to cover the smaller pieces of masking tape.
- At the bottom, stretch a piece of masking tape across all of the crepe paper, sticky side in. The goal is to contain all of the streamers so that they don't fly out of place during photos.
- Mask the bottom with crepe paper using the same method that you did on the top. Snip the uneven edges of crepe paper so that all of the ends are hidden to complete your DIY photo backdrop
Love it! Perfect series for the photobooth King and Queen! =)
This is so sweet and easy to make. photobooths are cute and simple idea to bring some fun into a party. I also made one with some props. can wait so see what’s next!
Love this! So simple but so awesome!
I think I am going to do this with my girls. It would be a fun surprise when they come home from school. Also, how do you get your pictures to be animated?
What an amazing idea!! Super creative and yet, so simple at the same time!
You had me at easy and cheap! Love, love this!!
So easy and so fun and bright!
I am doing this!
just curious if you had an idea of how many rolls of streamers to buy? I love this idea and plan on using it at my daughter’s Tnd bday 🙂 thank you for this great tutorial
2nd, lol
I had a few leftover rolls of crepe paper and used those. I would imagine, though, that you wouldn’t need more than two or three rolls, tops — even if you’re making a larger backdrop. A little bit goes a long way!
I heart this too!! This are seriously too cute and don’t cost much!!! Who would’ve thought that streamers could be so cute 🙂
xoxo,
Shio
This is so lovely and simple, I think I’ll try it soon
Thanks for share
Hugs from Brasil
excellent idea!!!
I’ve been looking for a great background for my DIY wedding photobooth and I LOVE this idea. Thanks!
Any way to make this portable, in advance? Would love to have for a party but not enough time to start from scratch during setup.
Instead of attaching the crepe paper to the wall, attach it to a large piece of cardboard.
Me encanta la idea
Tengo ganas de tener una fiesta sólo para hacer estos fondos jejeje
Confeti en los bolsillos
Ohh this will be Lovely Indeed!!! I need to find a backdrop for a bridal shower..and although I have seen some I like..so far none of them seem to be “The 1”
Thanks bunches in advance!!
Jackie
BTW shower theme is Shabby Chic…just in case your trying to figure out what to do for a backdrop..just sayin…in case haha
esto es sencillamente bello!! lo usaré para mi fiesta de fin de mes… Gracias xoxo
Muy bonita idea!!, felicitaciones. gracias
It is just beautiful , I am going to try for a quinceanera party the is coming up next month. Thank you
That sounds great Alba! I’d love for you to send me a photo if you try it! xo
This is a great idea, so full of color. Its makes a great backdrop.
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Great Post! Thank you for sharing
Love this. So simple and so effective.
I love this idea! I want to try it for my daughter’s first birthday party. We’re not having it at home, and the only place we could put this would be on a fence. Do you have any ideas about how we could attach it to the fence? I was thinking maybe taping both sides and then making a little loop with hot glue and sticking rope or twine between to tie it to the fence.
Hi Laurielle! What kind of fence is it? If it’s wooden, perhaps you could use thumbtacks at the top of the fence to hold the streamers at the top.
Just love this idea, so simple yet looks fab!
thank you for this article very helpful for me.
Oh wow, such a great idea 😀
great idea for DIY wedding
I love your backdrop ideas! Can I use a wire to attach the streamers to, to put over a door for a backdrop instead of tape.
Hi Gwen, thanks for your question! You could try wrapping the ends around a wire. They might to better with something flat, so you could get some duct tape or similar, and put two strips back to back so the sticky part is covered up but it creates a flat base. Then tape the ends of the streamers to the duct tape base. Let me know if you end up trying something that works!
I really liked the tip. I was uncreative, looking for a photo in the background.
That way it got better, and excited my curiosity.
Thank you!
I love this! Thank you for sharing. I want to try this and am wondering if it would stay up on a wall without coming apart if I set it up a day in advance ?
Hi Michelle! I would test out your tape a few days ahead of time. As long as you have tape that sticks, the rest of the installation will stick with it! I’ve had good luck with masking tape and painter’s tape, just be sure to test it on your walls because the type of paint you have will make a difference. Be sure to send a photo if you try it out!
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Approximately how many rolls of crepe paper does this take?
Hi Tina! I would get 4-5 rolls to be safe.
4-5 of each color we are doing? Thank you!
Hi Christal! The amount of colors is totally up to your preference. 🙂
Do we need 4-5 rolls total or 4-5 rolls per color?
Hi Brandy! 4-5 rolls total is plenty!
I love this! Thank you for sharing.
thx !
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Oh I like this idea! So fast and easy to make a backdrop when I suddenly want to take some nice photos of my family.
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