DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss

2 min read September 14, 2026 Natalie Mayhew
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Everyone loves a good wedding day confetti send off! Make an eco-friendly confetti choice with this simple and modern green leaf confetti station. The timeless combination of black & white with Kraft paper bags looks stunning when filled with natural greenery. Leaves such as eucalyptus, olive or leaves found woods, or parkland are all-natural, biodegradable and compostable. Add a simple message for your guests to "TOSS" at the end of the ceremony for beautiful wedding exit photos.

Follow this simple DIY to create your own confetti station.

Project Time
20 to 30 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

First, remove the handles from the Medium Kraft Paper Gift Bags. They come off super easy!

DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 1
Step
2

Next, fold the top of the paper bag inwards to create a crumpled rim.

DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 2 part 1
DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 2 part 2
Step
3

Then tape black & white ribbon around the bag.

DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 3
Step
4

Next, stick a Chalkboard Favor Sticker over the middle of the ribbon.

DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 4
Step
5

Then, then use a chalk pen to write a simple message of "TOSS"

DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 5
Step
6

Fill the completed bags with small green leaves. Alternatively if you prefer smaller confetti use hole punches to cut shapes from the leaves.

DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 6
Step
7

When the bags are filled place them on Large Slate Trays.

Tip: Trays make it easy to hand the bags around to guests if necessary.

DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 7 part 1
DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 7 part 2
Step
8

Finally, add the trays to your confetti toss station and get ready to shower the bride and groom with eco-friendly happiness!

For more ideas and inspiration be sure to check out my Modern Black-and-White with Greenery Wedding, my DIY Black and Green Wreath Place Cards, and Modern Black and Greenery Seating Chart.

DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 8 part 1
DIY Biodegradable Confetti Toss step 8 part 2

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