Roll Out

Wallpaper is a great tool we often use when decorating for an event. It doesn't even need to be attached to a wall to make a statement. You can hang it with tape or clips behind a table to make that area distinctive, insert into picture frames to decorate a blank wall space, hang it with clips on a rod or rail to separate areas within a space, or even roll it out and use as a table runner. The possibilities are endless! One of our favorite resources to buy single rolls is online at Discount Decorating (they even have rolls for as little as $5.99!), but you can also find them at local craft, home furnishing stores, or even yard sales. The only tip would be to make sure you check the width and length before you purchase, as they all vary, because you want to make sure you select one suitable for your project. For some of the ideas below you don't even need the whole roll. You can use leftover scraps or even pieces from a sample book. What an inexpensive yet affective way to add some pattern and design flair. Here are some ideas on how to use wallpaper to decorate your next event. All of the patterns below are available online from the link above.


Hang this neutral damask pattern behind the head table at a vintage themed wedding for a classic and subtle look.

Light brown damask: $9.99

This blue patterned paper would be perfect for a baby shower or baby boy's birthday party. Line serving trays with this for a simple decorative touch or cover a cork board with it then let guests pin messages to the guest of honor on it.

Blue gingham: 5.99

Use this fun leopard print to decorate for a bachelorette party or girls night. Cut it into strips and hang in a doorway for a "wild curtain" or wrap pieces around bottles of champagne to dress up the bar area.

Black & white leopard print: 7.99

Hang back to back pieces of this faux wood paper to create a room divider to help designate spaces while adding some architectural detailing. You could also use it to cover doors or the front of a bar at a western themed event.

Faux wood: 5.99

This black and white damask pattern would make a bold statement framed in large frames at a cocktail party. Look for old frames from thrift stores and spray paint them a black or white lacquer and insert pieces of this dramatic pattern for instant glamour.

Black & White Damask: 12.99

This brightly colored striped paper would be perfect to use as a table runner at a children's birthday party.

Multi colored stripes: 9.99