How to Make Party Decor

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How to Make Party Decor

Build a balloon backdrop: Tie colored balloons to curtain rails in groups of 3 or more per color. Hang corresponding ribbons from a curtain rail for a great backdrop.
Make rainbow water: Place freshly cut flowers in clear vases of water. Add a few drops of different food coloring to each vase and place in naturally lit areas.
Glitter your balloons: Inflate some balloons and spread mod podge on the top half of the balloon. Sprinkle the balloons with glitter and hang with a string.
Decorate your candles: Spread a thin, even layer of mod podge on your candle and cover in glitter. Pieces of tissue paper can also be used to create designs.
Decorate your vases: Dip clear glass vases or jars into acrylic paint. Dipping at irregular angles and levels as well as layering colors adds a unique effect.

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Top Projects for Party Decor

Top party decor projects will inspire you to decorate for your next party yourself.

Birthday Wreath

As my three children were growing up, I always desired a birthday wreath to match my banner that I always put out on the porch. I never had time to ponder making it but I finally was able to do so. Now we enjoy it for their birthdays as well as ours and the grandbabies'!

Kim

IKEA Bed Slats Become Party Decor

We are hosting a garden tea party in honor of my friend Tania's birthday! I wanted to create some pretty tea party-esque decor for the party that will take place in her backyard.

Wendy

DIY Tulle Topiary Centerpieces

Create a "wow factor" for your special event, with these darling Tulle Topiary Centerpieces! The perfect decoration statement piece for the budget friendly host! The Guest of Honor, family and guests, will sure be impressed!

Barn Tree Place

Inexpensive (DIY) Cocktail Tables

With graduation right around the corner, I wanted cocktail tables around the yard without the expense of purchasing or renting them.Being frugal and practical, I looked around the yard and got a little creative. So here was my solution:large round tomato plant cages ($3)table tops ($10)paint (optional)tablecloths (I recommend a fabric vs. paper tablecloths)

Charissa

Kentucky Derby Party Ideas

The Kentucky Derby is around the corner! Here is a party idea brought to you by our friend Chris Nease from Celebrations At Home: I love this time of year. There are so many opportunities for parties and get-togethers from Cinco de Mayo to Mother's Day to graduations. This week I'm focusing on one of my favorite party ideas for Spring – a Derby day party! Although I've never been to the Kentucky Derby, I hope to get there one day and immerse myself into the festivities. Being the Southern girl that I am I can appreciate the food, the bourbon, and the fashion. Oh yeah, and there's a 2 minute race to watch too! Here are some tips and recipes to help you host a fabulously traditional Derby viewing party. The menu you'll want to serve is classic and iconic. I don't know of any other event where hot browns are a MUST have item on the menu, but they are delicious and scream "Kentucky Derby." I put my own Southern spin on these by using mini biscuits as the base. Likewise, benedictine spread and mint juleps are on the menu. Get the recipes for these at the bottom of the post. I also added bourbon meatballs, and mini pecan pies to the table. The theme of the day is definitely "bourbon." Set the stage for your Derby day party with a few well placed themed decor pieces:A moss mat runner on the table mimics both the infield and the parking lot where tailgating occurs. Find these at your local craft store. The "run for the roses" party wouldn't be complete without a centerpiece of red roses. Place them in a container that resembles a trophy cup and give them some height by placing on a small box. Toy horses from the Dollar Tree get dressed with a number cloth made of felt and number stickers. Fashion plays a big role in the sport of horse racing. Encourage the women to wear fabulous hats and sun dresses to your party. You can also use a hat as part of your table decor by displaying it on a wreath stand. A few horseshoes and red felt roses on the table complete the look. Silver mint julep cups are great to use if you can find them, but I like the alternative of serving drinks in small canning jars. They give that Southern feel and they're the perfect 8 ounce size. To add a little flair to them, I made stir sticks that mimic the look of a jockey's whip. Tying thin ribbon on to a short wooden skewer is all you need to do, and the different colors can help each person identify his or her drink. For a final farewell, send guests home with a small jar of bourbon balls, or mini bottles of bourbon. The jar lids are topped with a horse silhouette that I found online and printed on to pale yellow paper. To finish it off tie a ribbon around the lid and place on a tray for guests to grab as they go. All of these ideas are quick and simple to pull together and create a festive atmosphere for watching the race. Start your party a couple of hours before the race and enjoy the day with family and friends! Baby Hot Browns 10 mini biscuits – I find them in refrigerator cans containing 5 biscuits each 1 1/2 cups diced deli turkey 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese about 6 or 7 plum tomatoes, sliced cheese sauce: 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup milk 1 1/2 cups (4 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper Cook biscuits according to package directions. Let cool and slice in half. Set aside. To make cheese sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat and add flour. Cook, whisking constantly, until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk; cooking over medium heat, whisking constantly until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Add Cheddar cheese, while whisking until cheese melts. Stir in diced turkey, salt, and ground red pepper. Top biscuit halves with cheese & turkey mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan and half of bacon. Cook at 375 degrees for about 5 minutes or until Parmesan is melted. Remove and top with a slice of tomato and sprinkle with remaining bacon. Classic Benedictine Spread 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature 1 cucumber, peeled and grated About 1/4 of an onion, grated 1 Tablespoon mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon salt Pinch of cayenne pepper Drain all the moisture out of the grated cucumber and pat dry with a paper towel. Do the same with the onion. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate a couple of hours or over night so flavors can marry. Serve as a dip for crackers and veggies, or spread on white bread to make small tea sandwiches. Cut off crusts and serve. Signature Mint Julep This is the "official mint julep of the Kentucky Derby" recipe by Early Times. 2 cups water 2 cups sugar fresh mint crushed ice bourbon whiskey Make the mint simple syrup by combining the water and sugar in a sauce pan over high heat. Bring to a boil for 5 minutes. Let syrup cool and add 6 to 8 sprigs of fresh mint. Cover and refrigerate over night. Make one drink at a time by adding 1 tablespoon mint syrup with 2 ounces of bourbon over ice. Stir to combine and chill. Garnish with a sprig of mint.

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DIY Life Size Barbie Box for a Barbie Bedroom

This may be one of the funniest projects I’ve worked on EVER!!!A life-size Barbie Box!!!So my daughter Hailey, Harlow’s mommy, calls us and says she would REEEALLLLYYY like this Barbie box that she saw on Pinterest for little Harlow. She knows we are really busy…..and that it’s last minute….BUT……

Tracey Bellion

Dollar Tree Baby Bootie Shower Favor

My sister's daughter-in-law will be having her baby shower. I made her a penguin Diaper cake a few months ago, which you can see a few posts backToday, using only 3 items, I made some (I think) adorable baby bootie candy holder favors. I also used hot glue and Aleene's tacky glue. I made 35 and it cost me $3! And they're pretty simple to make.

Cyndi Valerino

6 Unique Diaper DIY Displays That Aren't Cakes

I put together multiple diaper DIY displays to show you inventive ways to decorate for a baby shower! The first one is the simplest: a bouquet of diapers!

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Birthday Wreath

Kim

IKEA Bed Slats Become Party Decor

We are hosting a garden tea party in honor of my friend Tania's birthday! I wanted to create some pretty tea party-esque decor for the party that will take place in her backyard.

Wendy

DIY Tulle Topiary Centerpieces

Barn Tree Place

Inexpensive (DIY) Cocktail Tables

Charissa

Kentucky Derby Party Ideas

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DIY Life Size Barbie Box for a Barbie Bedroom

Tracey Bellion

Dollar Tree Baby Bootie Shower Favor

Cyndi Valerino

6 Unique Diaper DIY Displays That Aren't Cakes

I put together multiple diaper DIY displays to show you inventive ways to decorate for a baby shower! The first one is the simplest: a bouquet of diapers!

Welcome to the Woods

DIY Party Decor Videos

Has party decor got you stumped? Check out DIY video tutorials for guidance.

Easy and Elegant DIY Bridal Shower Decorations

If you are looking for easy and elegant DIY bridal shower decorations, I have three that I think you will love. You don't have to spend a lot of money to make a bridal shower look elegant!

Jennifer Decorates

DIY Organic Hot Air Balloon Sculpture Decor

This beautiful DIY decor is a great idea for your baby shower, your child's 1st, or 2nd Birthday party, or for your baby's upcoming Birthday Smash Cake photoshoot.

TheTayra Perez Project

DIY Pillars

Are you getting married soon? These 4 1/2 FT DIY Pillars are elegant, affordable, and super easy to make. They're going to look amazing at your wedding ceremony, reception, or as home decor.

TheTayra Perez Project

Boss Your Next Baby Shower With This Baby Shower Diaper Cake

One thing I have learned over the years is that the best baby shower gifts are the ones that are both memorable and incredibly useful. That's why I opted to go the extra mile and create a baby shower diaper cake that is impossible to beat. In less than an hour, I created a baby shower gift that not only looks like a professionally-designed hamper, but had enough useful baby products in it to keep my friend happy for a while. If you want to truly show your friend how much you care at her baby shower, simply follow these steps to create a baby shower diaper cake that looks stunning and always delivers when it comes to practicality.

Kara S.

Hometalkers' Favorite DIY Party Decor Projects

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DIY Diaper Wreath Tutorial

Are you planning on attending a baby shower anytime soon and don't have a gift picked out? Are you decorating a baby shower and need some ideas? This tutorial is perfect for you. I will show you step by step how to create this adorable Diaper Wreath.

Charbel Barker

How To "Stain" Wood With Cheap Acrylic Paint and a Baby Wipe

Here's an easy way to achieve a stained wood look on your wood sign projects. All you need are some baby wipes and some cheap acrylic paint. Yes, that's right! I said baby wipes! Let's learn how to stain wood with a few simple materials.

Lori Anderson Ratzke

Marriage Box - Made From a Cigar Box

A friend wanted me to make a "Marriage Box" for her niece's wedding. She gave me a cigar box and said "Do what you do"...so I did!

Lisa Cain

DIY Floral Wall Decor - Minnie Mouse

Create a floral piece for a party or home decor. You can use this same tutorial for any shape or size you'd like, not just Minnie! I used it as a backdrop for a party and it was perfect. This DIY is a little time consuming but it's still very simple and the outcome is just gorgeous. I used a variety of sizes, shades, and styles for my faux flowers. I purchased a few larger, more expensive, realistic looking ones with smaller, cheaper ones to use as filler to save some money without compromising the overall look. You can purchase them online in bulk at a pretty good price.

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DIY Tree Branch Centerpiece

Perfect for the "Budget Friendly" host! Learn how we created these darling Tree Branch Centerpieces!

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Birthday Balloon Surprise

I wanted to surprise my husband for his birthday. We're more shared-experience and sentimental people than gift people, so I wanted an idea that would be fun and meaningful. I saw this idea in a couple places on pinterest and decided to give it a try!

Tikva Morrow

DIY Diaper Wreath Tutorial

Charbel Barker

How To "Stain" Wood With Cheap Acrylic Paint and a Baby Wipe

Lori Anderson Ratzke

Marriage Box - Made From a Cigar Box

A friend wanted me to make a "Marriage Box" for her niece's wedding. She gave me a cigar box and said "Do what you do"...so I did!

Lisa Cain

DIY Floral Wall Decor - Minnie Mouse

Celebration Stylist

DIY Tree Branch Centerpiece

Perfect for the "Budget Friendly" host! Learn how we created these darling Tree Branch Centerpieces!

Barn Tree Place

Birthday Balloon Surprise

Tikva Morrow

Popular Party Decor Discussions

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How can I make flowers/petals suspended in water?

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My son in getting married and his fiancee has large glass cylinders for the center pieces. We have the floating candles, but she wants flowers or petals suspended throughout. We have tried the "fake" water from hobby stores, but it's quite pricey to fill as many as we need. HELP!

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Need to make a jail cell

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Our church is doing a fund raiser and we need a jail cell to put people in to be bailed out. I can't find one anywhere and am therefore wondering if anyone has any cheap ideas to make one.

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Best way to make free standing entryway for outside wedding

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How can I distress new baseballs?

/> Shelly

Having a Baseball theme baseball baby shower, but looking for a little more vintage look!!

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New Party Decor Projects

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How to Make a Pretty Graduation Party Centerpiece

Learn how to make a simple graduation party centerpiece using upcycled cans, ribbon, and photos of the graduate or guest of honor.For more simple and budget-friendly DIY project ideas, be sure to follow us on HomeTalk and visit our blog!Photos are also a fantastic way to decorate for parties! When my son graduated from high school, I decided to make a photo banner with pictures from all his years at school. This wall of photos became the top gathering spot at the party.

Simply2Moms

How to Make a Flower Crown in 7 Simple Steps

By Stacey KelleherFlower crowns are bright and beautiful accessories for weddings, showers, festivals, dances, or just about any occasion in between! They are also widely used for photography props and costumes. Making a crown out of flowers is not only fun and easy, but the result is a fresh and fragrant piece of art.Use this handy guide to make a flower halo yourself and learn how to preserve it to save the memory for years to come.

Stacey

How to Make a Balloon Garland to Level-Up Your Next Party

By Brooke RessellFrom baby showers and birthday parties to graduations and weddings, balloon garlands are an eye-catching way to take your decorating game to the next level. With all of the color, shape, and size possibilities, balloon garlands are an incredibly memorable, versatile, and photo-worthy decor piece.However, hiring someone to create a balloon garland for you can add up rather quickly. And with a party budget already filled with food, drinks, games, and presents, it’s nice to save some cash where you can.How do you make a balloon garland at home without having to hire it out? Luckily, you can make a balloon garland for literally any occasion, and it’s really not all that hard. In fact, after reading our tips and tricks for how to make a balloon garland at home, you’ll wonder why you never thought to try it sooner.

Brooke Ressell

Hexagon Wedding Arch

If you've ever had a wedding or been involved in planning a wedding, you know exactly how expensive things are. Add in the Corona Virus and you can understand how much more money, stress, planning and RE-planning a wedding can be.My niece has planned 3 weddings this year. All the restrictions and business shut downs made her drop her 200 person resort wedding down to a 50 person personal property wedding.Can I just say...I cant imagine anything more gorgeous than her wedding. (Just wait until you see the last photo!)She asked my husband and I to build a hexagon arch for her special day and of course we said YES!!So if you're looking to add a little DIY to your wedding day, give this tutorial a try!

Staci Marie

Birthday Backdrop From Dollar Store Tablecloths

I've always been in absolute awe of how people create these amazing balloon arches with backdrops! Such a stunning statement for a photo opportunity, gift or food table. But for something that we will likely toss after the party I didn't want to spend a ton of money.For my daughter's birthday I was able to create a backdrop to go behind her balloon arch using $3 worth of Dollar Store table cloths.

Jessica | The Martin Nest

McDonalds Happy Meal Fakeaway

As we are currently in lockdown and McDonalds has closed until further notice, the kids have been missing having a little Happy Meal Treat. So I decided to make them one myself. It’s far from perfect but it’s home made and the children loved it (they even thought it was really McDonalds at first) so I thought I would share how I did it.

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How to Make Party Decor

Build a balloon backdrop

Make rainbow water

Glitter your balloons

Decorate your candles

Decorate your vases

Candles

Centerpieces

Decorative Plates

Holiday Crafts

Holiday Gifts

Lanterns

Ornaments

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Seasonal Decor

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Candles

Centerpieces

Decorative Plates

Holiday Crafts

Holiday Gifts

Lanterns

Ornaments

Pet Stuff

Seasonal Decor

Wreaths