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DIY Princess Crowns

by Jessie Daye

First published: September 21, 2012 | Updated: June 10, 2026

A budget-friendly tutorial for making decorative princess crowns using glitter paper and crepe paper for under $2 each.

DIY Princess Glitter Crown

Author: Jessie Daye
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A budget-friendly tutorial for making decorative princess crowns using glitter paper and crepe paper for under $2 each.
Servings 2 crowns per sheet of glitter paper makes

What you need

  • 12" x 12" sheet of Glitter Paper
  • Crepe Paper
  • Ribbon
  • Glue Gun
  • Scissors
  • Pencil
  • Hole Punch
  • Optional: Fancy craft store hole punch, glitter numbers or letters, pre-made glitter stars

Directions

  1. Download and print the free Princess Glitter Crown template on 8.5" x 11" paper. Trace the template onto the white back side of glitter paper, extending the sides as shown. You will get 2 crowns per sheet.
  2. Create the pinwheel: Take crepe paper and fold it into 1" wide folds back and forth like a fan until you have about 2" thick accordion. Cut off the excess paper.
  3. Bring the pinwheel ends together and glue them together.
  4. Hot glue the pinwheel to the middle of the crown. The middle should still be loose - this is normal.
  5. Optional: Add decorative elements like fancy hole punch designs, glitter stars, or glitter numbers/letters to the center of the crown.
  6. Hole punch both ends of the crown, making sure holes are not too close to the edges.
  7. String ribbon through the holes and hot glue the ribbon ends together instead of tying a knot for a more secure and polished look.

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Hi, I'm Jessie. 

I’m a Los Angeles mama, home renovator, and lifelong creative, sharing the things that make everyday life a little more beautiful. I believe food is one of the best ways to bring people together, which is why I love cooking: it turns an ordinary Tuesday into something worth remembering. From recipes I make on repeat to DIY projects, home design, and a little bit of real life in between — welcome to my corner of the internet. I’m so glad you’re here.

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