# DIY Tassel Garland This ‘a pair and a spare’ Decor Will Look Splendid for Any Occasion By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2013-01-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-pair-and-a-spare-decor References: [apair-andaspare.blogspot](http://apair-andaspare.blogspot.ca/2012/04/diy-tassel-garland.html) Preparing and hosting parties can break the bank, but this ‘a pair and a spare’ decor will ease wallet woes. Due to the high demand of [party supplies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oriental-trading) and novelty knick knacks, party stores hold a monopoly and often charge insane prices. No longer will you have to abide by their rules now that you can make your own decorations. Using [tissue paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-christmas-ornament) in whatever colors best fit the occasion, party planners can create tassel garland that is as cost-effective as it is cute. Each cluster of tassels are created individual and are then strung up in order to be used as garland. Most of the ingredients for this DIY are probably already in your house or junk drawer. Why not put them to good use? Decorate the walls of your party or upcoming soiree in [DIY style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinkr) with this adorable a pair and a spare decor. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Romance](https://www.trendhunter.com/romance) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Party Decorations:** The trend towards DIY party decorations offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the crafting industry. - **Cost-effective Party Supplies:** The increasing demand for cost-effective party supplies creates opportunities for businesses to disrupt the party store monopoly. - **Sustainability in Party Planning:** The trend towards sustainability in party planning creates opportunities for businesses to disrupt the traditional party supply industry with eco-friendly options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Crafting Industry:** The popularity of DIY party decorations presents opportunities for businesses to capitalize on the crafting industry by offering tutorials and tools to create custom party decor. - **Party Supply Industry:** The demand for cost-effective party supplies presents opportunities for businesses to disrupt the party store monopoly by offering affordable and customizable options. - **Eco-friendly Party Supplies:** The trend towards sustainability in party planning creates opportunities for businesses to disrupt the traditional party supply industry with eco-friendly options made from recycled materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsically Bright Napkin Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloonapkins.md) - [Customizable Holiday Decorations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merry-sparkles-outdoor-decor.md) - [Summer Tablescape Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tablescape-kits.md) - [DIY Celebration Drink Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheers-to-you-cocktail-kit.md) - [DIY Embroidery Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-stitched-ornament-kits.md) - [Party-Ready Bubble Tea Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-tea-kits.md) - [Sparkling Illuminated Festive Wreaths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starry-wreath.md) - [Holiday Decor Subscriptions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readyfestive-1.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Tablescapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-tablescape-kits.md)