60+ Ideas for DIY Party Decor That Wows

Want a party decoration that packs a visual punch? Try a washi tape mural. Perfect for a pop of color and it is easily removed!

This colorful photo backdrop was created with only strips of paper! Just tape them to the wall in a basketweave pattern.

Yarn wall hangings like this are usually smaller like my easy, budget-friendly wall art. However, they can be any size you like! If you make it larger like this one, you can use it as a beautiful party backdrop as well.

Get the whole family involved with this project! Each person can dye some of the coffee filters to a certain level so they gradually get more color. Use this as a wall decoration behind a party table or as a photo backdrop.

Kara created this beautiful geometric display for above the party dessert table. The shapes are just painted pieces of Styrofoam!

Here is another colorful and easy paper strip party photo backdrop idea. Make paper chains to create the color pattern you want!

This multicolored fringe backdrop can be put together in less than 30 minutes! You just alternate sections of single color fringe in layers.

This watercolor backdrop reminds me of tile — can you image this as a backsplash? Anyway, this technique is so easy your kids could help. Just paint squares and attach them to the wall!

I would want to leave this ruffled backdrop up year-round! However, it is made to easily remove and store away for your next shindig.

Learn how to make a pom pom garland in any size or color with this easy tutorial. This will be a perfect addition to any party — just change up the colors to go with your theme!

If you have denim scraps left over, it’s easy to turn them into a DIY bunting! Perfect for a party or for little girls’ room decor.

Learn how to make a washi tape paper chain garland in the style of old construction paper chains. They're great for parties and you have so many color choices!

Paper ball garland would look absolutely adorable at any party and any time of the year. This paper craft is addicting - you'll want to make paper balls all day!

I love the layered look of this simple yarn garland! Not only does it have varying colors, but textures as well (braided, twisted, etc.).

Don’t buy a felt ball garland when they are SO easy to make! Use felt balls and embroidery floss to add colorful and fun DIY garland to an unexpected spot at your party.

Make a party banner with clothespins using spray paint colors. Hang multiple banners to create a fun backdrop for a party food table!

Are you looking for an easy, fun, and cheap way to decorate your home for parties? Then check out these DIY paper garlands. You can make them very quickly, and customize the colors!

This isn't really a working light, but it was made to resemble a glass blown chandelier from a restaurant. I think this version is much more fun!

Learn how to make confetti balloons the easy way - with Mod Podge! This is so simple, and can be customized to your party theme.

Fill the wall behind your food table with this super easy balloon idea. Again, this would make a great photo backdrop as well.

You won't believe how easy it is to make balloons with chalkboard writing on them! You just need liquid chalk and a stencil.

Combine your balloons and garland into one for an easy display that packs a big punch! This was for a shower, but you can adjust the colors and shape however you like.

Add tiny pom poms to helium inflated balloons for a bit of color. Just make sure not to add too many or the balloons will sink!

Wow, this takes me back! I may or may not be in some photos that look like this. Find out the best way to make these balloon pillars.

This party balloon decoration can be made in any shape you like and would also make a great backdrop!

You can make these sparkly balloons with some adhesive and sequins. Very similar process to what is used for the confetti and pom pom balloons above.

This easy balloon tutorial works well for a dinner party. A super cheap centerpiece that can be made in any colors you like!

Jessica turned a long candleholder into a fresh flower centerpiece by removing the candles and adding flowers to glasses of water. Change up flowers depending on the party theme/colors, or use faux flowers instead!

Nothing says party like confetti, right? So feature it on your table by making this tablecloth with iron-on vinyl shapes!

See how easy it is to make geometric Himmeli party decor using gold straws! This candle holder was a paper straw DIY, so it would need to be used with an LED candle.

Turn a plain white tablecloth into a bright and cheerful party table cover! You won't believe how easy it is.

These DIY gold glitter candle holders are guaranteed to make your table setting sparkle and would go with pretty much any party theme!

Add some visual interest to your food table without making it look too busy with this DIY scalloped tablecloth idea.

Make these cute flowers out of coffee filters using inexpensive supplies! Kids will love this project for spring or summer.

This pineapple centerpiece idea is SO easy and very unique! I bet you’ve never seen anything like it. Perfect for a summer party or a luau!

Great for any party, and just about as easy as it gets! Just change up the sprinkles for the type of party — heart sprinkles for Valentine's Day, green and red for Christmas, and so on.

These DIY table centerpieces with lights and flowers were made for a wedding, but they could work as decorations for any celebration!

Make your food or drink table stand out by attaching pom poms to a plain tablecloth using hot glue. Keep them all one color as shown or mix it up to match the pom pom balloons earlier on this list.

Makeover candles with napkins and Mod Podge from the dollar store! These decoupage candles can be customized for any occasion.

Learn how to make paper flowers the easiest way possible! Perfect for hanging from the ceiling or on the wall for a photo backdrop.

A hula hoop, streamers and a bit of ribbon go into making these hanging decorations. They remind me of the ones used in the tents at Oktoberfest!

Use ping pong balls to make string lights that look like snowballs! Purchase balls in whatever colors you like so your lights go with your theme.

Piñatas are great party decorations as well as an activity! Cover a large paper bag with sewn crepe paper. This one was made using a DSW shopping bag!

Create a 'chandelier' of varying sizes of glass ball ornaments. It looks great as-is, but you could use different colors, fill the balls with something first, or add designs to some of the balls!

Decorate the ceiling using a fabric canopy. It is really easy — just tear up sheets and drape them from the ceiling!

These colorful pineapples were made using resin and a mold. This means that if you can find a silicone mold in a shape you like you can make whatever theme you like for this DIY! Once made, the shapes are then glued to LED string lights.

Mobiles aren't just for nurseries anymore! Create these with large embroidery hoops and any shapes you like.

This newspaper craft is so easy and budget friendly – make poms that would be perfect for parties or in your home decorating!

Learn how to make crepe paper flowers in 5 minutes flat – so easy and so pretty! You don’t need any crafting experience, and they are perfect for parties or decor.

Create any letters or words you like for this fun retro marquee sign. Here is a Halloween example of a skull shaped marquee I made look spookier with glitter tape!

If you love confetti crafts, try this easy monogram letter art! This technique can be used with a variety of letters, numbers, and shapes to create a sign for your party.

This DIY lightbox is an easy project that can be switched up for different parties. Just change the message!

I love this idea! Decide what you want your sign to say and then individually wrap letters with yarn to spell it out. This also makes great wall art.

Make these easy tissue paper wall letters to announce the birthday girl, a word for the holiday (like 'boo' for Halloween), or a number for the birthday age or year for New Year's Eve.

Learn how to Mod Podge cardboard letters for your party! This is an easy craft idea, perfect for an inexpensive sign and easily customized.

This was created for a sprinkle themed party but would work for any party! Scroll down to the bottom of the post to see how Courtney made these small letters and a large one for the front door.

No need for beautiful handwriting for this DIY sign — if you can trace, you can have a fun acrylic party sign!

Using plexiglass makes this sign seem like it is floating. I'm sure you knew a cutting machine tutorial would be on this list of party signs! They make the process so easy.

Create a sign that really stands out using neon EL wire. This one is for over the candy table, but you can really have it say whatever you like!

These ginormous letters look so fun! They are made using 24″ tall foam and fabric – along with a combination of machine sewing and hand sewing. And you can even download a template to make them yourself.

One of the easiest washi tape crafts ever is decorating a letter! You can do it with one letter (an initial for a birthday), or multiple letters (like NOEL for Christmas)! Very simple party decor that you can create in minutes.