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Rainbow Paper Chain Mural

Follow the rainbow to this DIY decoration! Be inspired by ROYGBIV & brighten your day with a homemade rainbow wall hanging.

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up, Adult

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

  • Construction Paper
  • Glue
  • Paint
  • Paint Brushes
  • Rainbow Paper Chain Mural Color Instructions
  • Ruler
  • Wooden Dowel

Steps

  • Step 1

    Cut out 24 red, 28 orange, 20 yellow, 16 green, 28 blue, and 28 purple construction paper strips measuring approximately 6”H x 2”W.

  • Step 2

    Add glue to end of red paper strip. Roll paper to create loop.

  • Step 3

    Add glue to end of orange paper strip. Place orange strip through red loop and roll to create interconnected loops.

  • Step 4

    Download or print Rainbow Paper Chain Mural Color Instructions (see Supplies or CIY Staff Tips). Repeat step 3 for color sequences outlined in instructions to complete paper chains.

  • Step 5

    Sketch and cut out construction paper arrow points and feathers in various colors. Layer and glue to secure.

  • Step 6

    Cover wooden dowel with paint. Dry 1–2 hours. Add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.

  • Step 7

    Line up paper chains side by side. Feed wooden dowel through top loops of each chain.

  • Step 8

    Glue arrow points and feathers to ends of wooden dowel. Dry 15–30 minutes.

  • Step 9

    Hang your creation to add a rainbow to any room!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

  • Download or print detailed Rainbow Paper Chain Mural Instructions.

  • For added flair, cut slits in construction paper feathers.

  • For added security, use a hot glue gun to secure arrow elements to wooden dowel. Adult assistance required.

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