Make a Paper Feather Garland with Glittering Tips

This Christmas, as you saw in my Handcrafted Holidays video, I decorated my tree with a bird theme in a variety of gold and silver tones. The paper feathers are part of the detail of the tree and to add a little extra bling, I used some pretty gold and silver glitter on the tips of my paper feather ornaments. The feathers are so pretty that today I made this feather garland to coordinate with the tree. I tested several methods and the one that works best is what I am going to share with you today which is using a craft spray glue. My favorite glitter for these feather’s is Martha Stewart’s fine glitter that you can find in any craft store. Below is the step-by-step tutorial as well as the PDF pattern and the Silhouette pattern for these feathers. Please note that the Silhouette template is for the cutting machine and will not open without that software. Enjoy! ~ Lia

Become a Member to unlock this project

Craft Circle Membership $199/year The Best Deal!

Annual Membership $99/year

Monthly Membership $9.99/month

All memberships renew automatically.

Click here to learn more about membership benefits.

Email Address

Password

Confirm Password

I have read, understood, and agree to the Terms of Use.

Yes, I want to join the email list and receive updates from LiaGriffith.com.

Have a coupon code? You can apply it next through our secure payment portal.

We use 256-bit encryption for payment processing. That means it's super safe!

Are you having trouble? Feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help you out.

37 Comments

Wendy Shipman October 13, 2018 at 4:09pm

Can you tell me the length of the feathers? I need feathers for a charity Gala we are planning and yours are the perfect shape!

Reply
1. Lia October 16, 2018 at 9:26am
  
  Hi Wendy!
  
  These feathers come in all different shapes and sizes! If you become a member you’ll have access to the PDF which gives you the exact shape and size of the feathers for your project! Please let us know if you have any further questions and we would be happy to help!
  
  Reply
Lisa Isaacs December 4, 2017 at 12:03am

This just gorgeous! Do you glue the feathers in place on the string, or are they hanging loosely?

Reply
1. Lia December 4, 2017 at 12:46pm
  
  Thank you! I did let these hang loose, but have glued them down on other projects when I didn’t want them to move around 🙂
  
  Reply
25 DIY Boho Chic Christmas Decor Ideas – Lip Stain And Legos November 20, 2017 at 2:19pm

[…] This paper feather garland is perfect to spruce up a fireplace (or really anything you set them on) without taking much time to prepare. Find the full DIY by LiaGriffith.com HERE. […]

Reply
Decorar con plumas de papel-Paper feathers decor | A Kiss of Colour July 14, 2015 at 11:18pm

[…] Twinker with this, Nia Bird Art, The Confetti Committee, Craftberry bush, la Griffith, Molasses Candy, Fácil y […]

Reply
La gran colección de links sobre plumas | me he perdido September 11, 2014 at 5:46am

[…] 1 Wedding chicks – 2 Little Honey Pie – 3 Lia Griffith […]

Reply
Stephanie Bnin June 15, 2014 at 4:13pm

Thank you so much for this template. I love these feathers.

Reply
1. Lia June 20, 2014 at 9:41am
  
  I really like them too and use them for so many things. Enjoy!
  
  Reply
make a paper feather garland | Grey House Harbor March 19, 2014 at 1:16pm

[…] thinking about changing my mantel decor for spring, I was inspired by the paper feather garland tutorial she posted around the holidays. So, while all these photos are mine and my final product is a […]

Reply
Paper Feather Wreath with Glittered Tips | Lia Griffith January 28, 2014 at 2:58pm

[…] a great home right on top of my bookcase. If you missed the template for these feathers, you can find them here. Until tomorrow! ~ […]

Reply
Kathy T. December 29, 2013 at 11:57am

I love this! So,beautiful. 😉

Reply
1. Lia December 29, 2013 at 1:21pm
  
  Happy to hear!
  
  Reply
Homemade For Friends December 18, 2013 at 7:55am

These are so cute! I am going to make some of these to decorate my homemade gifts for friends too! 🙂 Thanks again for another great post Lia…happy holidays!
– Melissa

Reply
1. Lia December 18, 2013 at 10:48am
  
  Thanks Melissa! I have been loving all of your Christmas posts too. Yum!
  
  Reply
Jenni December 15, 2013 at 4:39pm

Oh how lovely! I love how simple this project is with a hint of glamour and sparkle…the perfect mix!

Reply
1. Lia December 16, 2013 at 8:37am
  
  Thanks Jenni! I always like to go check out the blogs of those who comment. Love yours!
  
  Reply
  1. Jenni December 16, 2013 at 9:34am
    
    Oh why thank you! I only recently discovered yours, too and you have a wonderfully creative site. Love it 🙂
    
    Reply
Amanda December 14, 2013 at 2:34pm

I love these feathers the gold makes them look so elegant. Great for any project.
Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and New year.

Thank you.

Reply
1. Lia December 14, 2013 at 8:10pm
  
  Thanks Amanda! Have a wonderful holiday!!
  
  Reply
Mimi December 14, 2013 at 12:44pm

Love this feathered garland, I saw how you used the feathers as embellishment for gifts. They’re so beautiful!

Reply
1. Lia December 14, 2013 at 8:08pm
  
  So many uses for paper feathers! The garland is one of my favorites too.
  
  Reply
JaneEllen December 13, 2013 at 10:52pm

This is a fantastic idea for decorating a tree. They’re so versatile and gorgeous. Love glitter on ends of feathers. How many ways can we use these, it’s incredible.
I’ll be hanging this from my shutter shelf. Thanks so much for sharing another incredible project. I finally made the feather
wreath, even my daughter noticed it and didn’t make fun of it, her and her hubs tend to razz me about all my creations. I so love all the beautiful projects you share with us. Thanks so much.

Reply
1. Lia December 14, 2013 at 8:05pm
  
  I know! I just keep thinking of all the different project paper feathers are so handy for. . . all year round. 🙂
  
  Reply
Edith December 13, 2013 at 11:27am

Thanks.
Un grand merci pour ces très belles plumes.

Reply
1. Lia December 14, 2013 at 2:46pm
  
  So happy you like them. 🙂
  
  Reply
Zoe December 13, 2013 at 12:13am

Beautiful as always, Lia. Such pretty metallic papers, too.

My best to you, Zoe

Reply
1. Lia December 14, 2013 at 8:04pm
  
  Thanks Miss Zoe!! 😉
  
  Reply
Amy W December 12, 2013 at 9:22pm

This is simply stunning. Thank you for sharing with us!

Reply
1. Lia December 14, 2013 at 8:04pm
  
  You are so welcome Amy!
  
  Reply
Jenn Hoff December 12, 2013 at 8:19pm

YEA!!!!! I am LOVING these Silhouette files!!!! Happy happy happy happy….

Reply
1. Lia December 12, 2013 at 9:43pm
  
  So happy to hear! I will keep sharing them then.
  
  Reply
Karin @ Leigh Laurel Studios December 12, 2013 at 5:42pm

These are lovely, Lia! Happy Holidays!

Reply
1. Lia December 12, 2013 at 9:47pm
  
  Thanks Karin! Happy Holidays to you too!!
  
  Reply
Jodi Ellis December 12, 2013 at 5:29pm

Thank you so much for the silhouette file for the feathers! My daughter and I have a special fondness of feathers. We often exchange them in photos as we see them randomly in our day. I’m off to make a garland for each of us!

Reply
1. Lia December 12, 2013 at 9:43pm
  
  That is such a cute exchange! Enjoy the garland.
  
  Reply
DIY Paper Feathers | Lia Griffith December 12, 2013 at 5:00pm

[…] Find the Silhouette template for the feathers in this post. […]

Reply