Love is in the Air DIY Backdrop

2 min read September 13, 2026 Mariah Leeson
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Love is in the air and it's time to celebrate the soon-to-be bride and her new adventure. Make a simple paper airplane backdrop that will make a statement for your bridal shower dessert table with balloons, tassel garland and paper airplanes. Be sure to download the Free Paper Airplane Printable here!

Project Time
20 to 30 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Start by printing out the free "Love is in the Air" Paper Airplane Free Printable here and cut out the template.

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Step
2

Follow the step-by-step instructions and fold the airplane until you have the finished design.

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Step
4

Next, layer the gold glitter heart garland and the rose gold mylar love balloon on the backdrop.

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Step
5

Use paper clips or mini clothespins to attach the printable "Love is in the Air" paper airplanes to the tassel garland.

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Step
6

Paint the unfinished wood airplanespink and red, add foam heart stickers to decorate the wings and hang them from the backdrop.

Looking for more bridal shower ideas? Be sure to check out these other “Love is in the Air” ideas including the Love is in the Air Bridal Shower, Date Night Ideas Free Printable Cards and a Frozen Cotton Candy Cocktail.

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