St. Patrick's garlands are made from several materials, most commonly paper or cardstock, polypropylene, and various plastics.
Most garlands and banners require only simple assembly—examples include stringing shapes onto included cording, clipping pieces with mini clothespins, or following basic hanging instructions. A few listings note no assembly required.
Many products include hanging supplies such as cord (often described as white satin cord or 2 mm satin cord), with about 10 yards commonly provided, and some kits also include clear adhesive stickers for securing the cord.
Garlands are suitable for mantels, walls, staircases, doorways, tabletops or dining-table centerpieces, and are also used in classrooms, parades, event venues, or as photo backdrops.
Many shapes and pennants are professionally printed on sturdy cardstock, with several listings offering double-sided printing. Some are printed one-sided, and a few advertise a "no-mess glitter print" finish for a shiny effect.
