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36 Birthday Party Decor Ideas

From Festive Fruity Paper Decorations to DIY Party Cups

— July 5, 2013 — Lifestyle
Planning a birthday celebration can be quite the stressful activity, but if you're looking for some helpful tips to get you started, then these birthday party decor ideas will certainly get you going in the right direction.

With all the little details involved in planning a party, from paper cups to festive decorations, the cost of getting everything you need can add up very quickly. That's why incorporating some of these helpful DIY decor ideas is a fantastic alternative to buying these party accessories from the store. From balloons that resemble scrumptious treats to ice cream banners that you can make yourself, these birthday party decor ideas will certainly help you make the most festive and budget-friendly celebration around.
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Balloon Hobbitat Recreations
Balloon Hobbitat Recreations
Jeremy Telford Recreates a Hobbit Hole With Balloons
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DIY Party Boxes
DIY Party Boxes
Spruce up Any Occasion With This Project by Brit Morin
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Festively Monogramed Pinatas
Festively Monogramed Pinatas
These Vibrant DIY Party Accessories are Easy-to-Make
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Cupcake Pinatas
Cupcake Pinatas
This Party Favor is Clever Take on the Birthday Party Favorite
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DIY Chromatic Ice Cubes
DIY Chromatic Ice Cubes
These Colorful Frozen Orbs Make the Perfect Party Ice Cubes
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DIY Intoxicated Party Favors
DIY Intoxicated Party Favors
The Buzzed Buzzer is a DIY Noise Maker Requiring Alcohol to Work
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Circus-Inspired Party Treats
Circus-Inspired Party Treats
The Disney Family Fun Balloon Cupcakes are Visually Appealing
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Sweet Treat Inflatables
Sweet Treat Inflatables
The 'Oh Happy Day' Fruit Balloons DIY is Delightfully Easy
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DIY Tip-Dyed Parasols
DIY Tip-Dyed Parasols
This Tie Dye Parasol is a Pretty Burst of Color in Any Setting
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DIY Fondant Fringe Cake
DIY Fondant Fringe Cake
This Colorful Fondant Cake Recipe is Fashionably Fringy
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Festive Fruity Paper Decorations
Festive Fruity Paper Decorations
These Fruit-Shaped Paper Decorations are Great for Summer Parties
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Colorfully Striped DIY Cloths
Colorfully Striped DIY Cloths
These Easy-to-Make Tablecloths are Perfect for Summertime Parties
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DIY Easter Party Pinatas
DIY Easter Party Pinatas
This DIY Easter Decoration from the 'Oh Happy Day' Blog is Adorable
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DIY Punchy Party Balloons
DIY Punchy Party Balloons
This DIY Project Makes Two-Toned Party Balloons For Any Occasion
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DIY Party Straw Hats
DIY Party Straw Hats
This Fun DIY Activity Creates Simple Party Accessories for Kids and Adults
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DIY Neon Confetti
DIY Neon Confetti
The Oh Happy Day DIY Confetti is Perfect for Weddings and Parties
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DIY Floral Festive Headbands
DIY Floral Festive Headbands
The Oh Happy Day Blog Shows How to Make a Happy Birthday Headband
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DIY Icicle Lights
DIY Icicle Lights
The DIY Colored Ice Ornaments from the Design Mom Blog are Super Fun
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DIY Sparkling Tree Bulbs
DIY Sparkling Tree Bulbs
The Glitter Ornament DIY is a Simple and Enjoyable Project
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DIY  Party Cups
DIY Party Cups
The Gold Foil Tumblers Can Be Made by Hand from Home
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DIY Uplifting Cupcake Decor
DIY Uplifting Cupcake Decor
This DIY Hot Air Balloon Decoration Lifts Moods at Gatherings
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DIY Ice Cream Pinatas
DIY Ice Cream Pinatas
The 'Oh Happy Day' Blog Shows How to Make Easy Dessert Party Decorations
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Snow Cone Party Decorations
Snow Cone Party Decorations
The ‘Creature Comforts’ Garland is Incredibly Surreal
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Floral Wrapping Paper Lighting
Floral Wrapping Paper Lighting
The DIY Christmas Fairy Lights Recycle Your Scraps of Holiday Wrap
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DIY Loot Balls
DIY Loot Balls
The DIY Surprise Balls Conceal a Magnitude of Trinkets
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DIY Balloon Bean Bags
DIY Balloon Bean Bags
The Disney Family Fun Ball Project is Ideal for Children's Play
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DIY Social Photo Booths
DIY Social Photo Booths
This DIY Photo Booth is an Instagram-Inspired Photo Delight
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DIY Ice Cream Banners  
DIY Ice Cream Banners  
These Ice Cream Garlands are the Cutest DIY Party Decorations Ever
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DIY Spiraled Yarn Decorations
DIY Spiraled Yarn Decorations
The 'Two Shades of Pink' Garland is a Fun Craft Project
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DIY Paper Cup Lights
DIY Paper Cup Lights
This Totally Love It Garland is Cost-Effective and Chic
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DIY Jumbo Lollipop Decorations
DIY Jumbo Lollipop Decorations
The 'Trendy Tree' Blog Shows How to Make Affordable Party Accents
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DIY LED Party Balloons
DIY LED Party Balloons
Sharon Vaknin Shows How to Light up Any Occasion
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DIY Fringed Decor
DIY Fringed Decor
Decorate Parties In Unconventional Garland with this 'Oh Happy Day' Tutorial
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DIY Tassel Garland
DIY Tassel Garland
This ‘a pair and a spare’ Decor Will Look Splendid for Any Occasion
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DIY Origami Box Lights
DIY Origami Box Lights
Adorn Old Christmas Lights with Colorful Paper Boxes to Make Origami Lights
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DIY Hanging Origami Decor
DIY Hanging Origami Decor
This Fun and Simple Activity Turns Vibrant Pieces of Paper into Art
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