Tissue and crepe paper are two easy-to-come-by crafting materials, and their uses don't end with gift wrap or party streamers. Use these versatile papers to create pom-poms, paper flowers, party favors, accessories for kids, place cards, and more unique crafts.

Dahlia-like bursts of color hang from the ceiling, adding charm to any party. These tissue paper pom-poms can be made in the size and color of your choice.

Three cheers for a simple craft that makes kids happy! Construct these crowd-pleasers by cutting strips from layers of tissue paper and then wrapping them around dowels.

Use specialty papers such as colored tissue paper, glassine, and waxed paper to wrap packages in an unexpected way.

Inspired by papel picado, the Mexican folk art of paper-cutting these colorful, lattice-like decorations can be placed in window, hung as banners or place mats at your next Mexican-style fiesta.

Use this simple technique to create beautifully decorated Easter eggs.

Paper flowers are a fun project to do with your child; use them to decorate their Easter basket or arrange them in a centerpiece for the kids' table.

Fluttery bats make up this garland crafted using cookie cutters and tissue paper; you can choose any shape depending on the holiday or occasion.

With its airy pom-pom, this sprightly tissue-wrapped package hints at the effervescence hidden inside.

Put spring into your little girl's step with pretty paper-flower clips. Transform tissue or crepe paper into dahlias and use them to decorate barrettes and shoes, or to make a lovely bouquet.

While a bottle of wine is an easy gift to give, it's often troublesome to wrap. Solve your gift-giving dilemma with our easy bottle wrap ideas.

Flowers crafted from colorful tissue or crepe paper are graceful, inexpensive to make, and always in season.

One simple craft turns any birthday party into a good time, guaranteed. Have kids create their own party hats from basic materials you have on hand, such as tissue paper, fabric scraps, glitter, and buttons.

Giant crepe paper blooms make fabulous centerpieces; make enough for each guest and they'll double as favors, too.

These adorable baskets are perfect for trick-or-treating, but also as gift baskets or party favors.

Crepe paper crocuses bloom from a rich chocolate cake, a sure sign that spring has arrived.

Send guests home with snacks and sweets in eye-catching wrappings in your choice of colors.

These crepe-paper flowers are beautiful on their own or as one-of-a-kind fashion accessories.

Perfect for Christmas -- or anytime -- these favors are a play on the German cotton-wool Christmas figurines of the late 1800s.

This traditional German craft may look like a big piping bag, but it's a gift cone filled with presents and candies for any special occasion.

These candy treat cups are a wonderful way to give loved ones something sweet this Valentine's Day.

With the help of crepe paper, transform eggs into bunnies or daffodils, and make winsome baskets to fill with treats.

For a festive Easter table, transform ordinary paper cups into favor baskets filled with chocolate bunnies and jelly beans.

Set the stage, and the table, for Halloween with these strange creatures -- half bat, half pumpkin.

This festive tablecloth is made of layered crepe paper and polka dots cut from streamers.

Make these adorable Halloween costumes, inspired by nature, made with crepe paper.

Dainty crepe paper bells are a charming addition to a festive holiday table.

Use these crepe-paper wraps -- inspired by amaryllis petals -- to dress up amaryllis plants you give as presents.

Tie these faux flowers in with crepe-paper napkin rings to personalize each place setting.

These crepe-paper roses are a beautiful way to add color to any room or office.