Day Of The Dead - Papel Picado - Decorations V1

I hope you enjoy these Papel Picado designs! They are only .68mm thick.

Papel Picado, or “punched” paper, is a traditional folk art found throughout Mexico and the United States. These delicate strings of paper can be seen hanging as banners during Day of the Dead and many other festivals. During Dia de los Muertos, this ephemeral paper art is used as a metaphor for human life; it is impermanent and transitional. The history of papel picado is rich and varied. Its origins can be dated back to paper making in pre-Columbian times. Its style has also been influenced by the cultures of other countries, including China and Spain. Since its beginnings, Mexican cut paper has been associated with rituals that commemorate death and the afterlife and still continues to serve as traditional embellishment for celebratory occasions.