Get tons of craft and DIY projects for adding pizzazz to parties! These easy party crafts are great for kids, teens, and adults.
Are you a “hostess with the mostess”? Yeah, me neither. Deep down inside I want to be, but I’ve got a lot to learn.
There were five kids in my family growing up (I have four younger brothers) so all of our shindigs were very simple. My mother didn’t have the time or the money to plan anything fancy, which I totally understand.
The online resources to make parties fabulous on a dime just didn’t exist back then . . . and dollar stores weren’t nearly as cool. So the basics of an awesome party back then were as follows: a cute cake, paper plates with a design, and napkins that matched.
If you were lucky you might get a banner or a few streamers. That was the 80s!
Nowadays I feel it’s way easier to have a cool party on a dime. You can be that hostess with the mostess without spending a ton of money! And I’m happy to share these birthday party crafts with you, which are a way to do that.
There are great ideas for decorations, favors, activities, and more. A lot of these projects would be great for decorating OR for doing at the party.
Warning: there’s a lot of glitter and confetti involved. But hey, I feel celebrations call for both of those, right?
Note: Speaking of glitter, if you use any Mod Podge in these projects, check out the Sparkle or Extreme Glitter formulas. Trust me on this.
Take a peek at the crafts below and let me know what you think – which one is your favorite? Keep in mind they aren’t just for birthday parties.
You can make any of these unique ideas for graduation, wedding, baby shower, anniversary, holiday, Christmas, and more. There are no limits! Keep on reading.
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DIY Glitter Glasses for the Best Party Ever
Make beautiful glitter glasses with Mod Podge to celebrate everything from birthday to wedding to New Year's Eve. The best part is you can wash these!
If you love confetti crafts, try this easy monogram letter art! This technique can be used with a variety of letter, numbers, and shapes. A perfect party activity.
Tissue paper flowers make a gorgeous event decor with a big impact – think weddings, baby showers, bridal showers and more! Learn how to make easy tissue paper flowers, as well as different methods for cutting the petals to create four unique styles.
Are you looking for the easiest photo backdrop EVER? All you need are some simple supplies, and the paper fans are really to make. This doesn't take long at all!
No matter what the theme is at your next bash, these colorful straws will make perfect party favors! Your guests will leave with sparkly reminders of all the fun they had. Or if you want these sticks all to yourself, set them up in a cute display anywhere in your house.
Discover how to make unique DIY place card holders with this easy guide. Perfect for any event, these charming touches are simple, fun, and customizable.
This wreath is so festive and fun to decorate with for every birthday! All you need are balloons – so head to the dollar store and grab a ton of them to get crafty.
These really are the easiest lanterns ever – they were made out of paper by an elementary school teacher who does them with his students! Perfect for all sorts of parties and all ages.
I agree with Kara – I think everything is improved with the addition of colorful little fluff balls or tassels. This tutorial shows you how to take plain napkins and make them party ready.
These DIY glitter mini champagne bottles make perfect favors for party, wedding, or New Years! Use this technique on any mini alcohol bottles. It's easy!
Make this pretty party hats in any color combination! I have decided that a pom pom party hat is making an appearance at my next shindig, otherwise I'll probably be wearing these around the house. They're that fun!
Looking for an awesome DIY garland? I'm obsessed with this super easy and affordable ruffled tissue paper garland! It is the perfect addition to any party, shower or holiday decor! Just make it in whatever colors fit your occasion!
It's hard to believe these beautiful blossoms are made out of crepe paper, but it's true! The tutorials are easy, and you can add a pretty topper to your cake in a short amount of time.
These mini pinatas are made out of paper plates (no papier-mâché required) and are so fun to fill with candy, messages, or other treats as a festive favor or invitation! These were made to look like little fruit slices, but you can get creative with other designs to match your theme.
Unicorns are magical, but fill them with fun little treats and gifts and you've got one spectacular surprise ball! These are perfect to have on hand for birthday gifts, or would make darling party decorations that could be given out as party favors at the end of the celebration.
These moon party favor pouches are super cute! And because they are so cute, and you can paint and decorate them any way you like, they are great for both kids and adults.
Try paint pouring and create the beautiful marbleized appetizer plates! You’ll love how easy it is and the unique patterns you will create with each pour. Easy to match with your party theme.
Learn how to make the most darling confetti poppers . . . and there's not just confetti inside, there's a secret message! This burst of confetti doesn’t just say “Hooray!”, it screams it!
Fortune cookies aren't just for your takeout Chinese food! Why not add a little fun to your next get-together with custom gold glitter fortune cookies?
You can make this wreath for under $10 as the main supplies are inexpensive cupcake liners! Grab liners in the colors of your choice; perfect for any type of party and really easy to do.
This DIY colorful summer place card holder also doubles as a favor! Once dinner is over, you can give your friend their place card which doubles as a holder for photos, cards, notes, fortune cookie fortunes- whatever they desire! Best of all, they are easy to make and super affordable.
Use your favorite confetti to customize a champagne bottle for New Year's Eve or any other party! These have a nice twist as a party number too (you'll see in the post!).
Sprinkles aren't just for delicious treats – you can also use them for decorating! I love the idea of placing them in votive holders with tea lights for cute party decor.