Christmas DIY Paper Chain Garland

Here’s a classic, kid-friendly craft to make a Christmas DIY Paper Chain Garland. It looks beautiful draped on a tree, mantel, doorway, or staircase.

Cut the paper into strips: Standard size: 1 inch wide X 6 inches long (Letter paper works perfectly as well as scrapbook paper).For bigger chains, cut your paper strips into 1½ - 2 inches wide x 6 inches long.
Make your first ring: Take one strip and form a circle. Overlap the ends by about ½ inch and glue, tape, or staple them together.
Link the next strip: Take a second strip (preferably a different color for the classic look).Thread it through the first ring, then glue/staple the ends together to form the second link.
Keep the chain going: Repeat, alternating colors as you go, until the garland is as long as you want it. 50 - 70 links makes approx. a 15 - 20 foot garland.
Finish the chain: When you like the length, you're all finished. You can use twine to tie the ends to the mantle or wherever you plan on hanging your paper chain garland.