For quite some time now, every amazing looking party we've seen has been decked out in paper in some way, shape or form. And we absolutely love that. In fact, we can't remember the last time any one here in the office had a party where we didn't craft away at some part of the party!

Aside from the obvious fact that paper is an inexpensive resource, it's also super easy to customize.

Party printables are, in one word, AWESOME. You can come up with any theme for parties and have them made up by a professional for cheap, then print the exact amount you need on your printer. People, it doesn't get much better than that!

We adore Gwynn Wasson's work. She's helped style a few parties for us already (including the above pool party for kids) and we're itching to see more! You can check out all of her designs or order a special one you may have in mind over at her blog Gwynn Wasson Designs.

Paper fans are fabulous and super trendy right now. And they are BEYOND easy to make. No matter your skill level these guys will look great and take just a little time and energy to make. Check out a few shots we've seen around the blogosphere:

Kara from Kara's Party Ideas, threw this shower for her sister. It's been featured by so many, including The Party Dress magazine, and we're not surprised. Check out the full post over on her site and pay attention to some of the amazing details like the paper fans, pink painted peanut backdrop and the paper elephant flag cake banner. We die!

A world of delicate and lovely looking decorations awaits those who get creative with tissue paper. How pretty are these easy cupcake toppers? Xiaolu of 6 Bittersweets has a great tutorial on making these at home.

And finally, we have to mention...cupcake liners? YES. You won't believe how these paper baking supplies can dress up your party!

Cupcake Liner Lights by It's Written on the Wall

Cupcake Liner Pom Poms by Pretty Paper Book

Cupcake Liner Nametags by My Insanity

So get inspired and get partying! Summer is full of reasons to celebrate and paper party decor makes decorating easy peasy and inexpensive!