Glow DIY Fringe Backdrop

2 min read September 13, 2026 Kara Allen
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The party fringe trend has begun! This popular decor element is starting to pop up everywhere and I'll show you how to implement this awesome trend into your next birthday party! Follow my tutorial to create a super fun neon party fringe photo backdrop that your guests will love!

 

Project Time
45 to 55 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

Choose an assortment of paper streamer colors. I used Hot Pink Jumbo Paper Streamers, Apple Green, Orange, Yellow, and Turquoise. Cut the paper streamers into 30" lengths.

Glow DIY Fringe Backdrop step 1 part 1
Glow DIY Fringe Backdrop step 1 part 2
Step
2

Fold a paper streamer strip through a section about 15 in. up from the bottom of your grid wall panel or metal fence panel (it can also be done on chicken wire). Secure the strip with Neon Washi Tape.


Glow DIY Fringe Backdrop step 2
Step
3

Continue folding strips of the same color of paper streamers through the section of your grid panel as shown.


Glow DIY Fringe Backdrop step 3
Step
4

Alternating colors, attach more paper streamers across the entire bottom of your grid panel.


Glow DIY Fringe Backdrop step 4
Step
5

Start a second row, 15-20 in. higher than your first row and repeat Steps 1-4.

 

Glow DIY Fringe Backdrop step 5
Step
6

Continue adding rows of paper streamers until your entire panel is covered.


Glow DIY Fringe Backdrop step 6
Step
7

Place the panel in your party area for guest enjoy and use as a photo backdrop!

Be sure to check out all of the Glow in the Dark Party Ideas including the DIY Glow in the Dark Party Table and the easy-to-make Glow in the Dark Cupcakes.

 

Glow DIY Fringe Backdrop step 7

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