# DIY Jumbo Lollipop Decorations The 'Trendy Tree' Blog Shows How to Make Affordable Party Accents By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-07-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trendy-tree References: [trendytree](http://www.trendytree.com/blog/?p=4006) & [parents](http://www.parents.com/fun/birthdays/themes/candy/) This fun and easy do-it-yourself project from the 'Trendy Tree' blog shows how to make affordable party accents. Putting together a [children's birthday party](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-table) can often be very costly, especially if you have a large number of guests attending. Instead of spending a fortune on decorations they can be made with a few simple materials. To make the [jumbo lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slice-x-chupa-chups) you will need some colorful balloons, wrapping paper tubes, paint, and some clear cellophane. Simply paint the paper tubes in white, and then assemble the balloon on top, and wrap it up with the cellophane, and lastly, tie it up. The finished product is truly surreal. To add even more goodies to the party you can make [individual candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-lips) by taking two colored plastic dinner plates and taping them together, and then wrapping them in the cellophane. This project from the Trendy Tree blog shows that with a bit of creativity you can achieve beautiful end results. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Affordable Party Decorations:** Creating party decorations using simple materials can provide a more budget-friendly option for event planners. - **DIY Party Accents:** The growing popularity of DIY projects for party accents allows individuals to add a personal touch to their events. - **Creative Party Themes:** The rise of DIY party decorations encourages individuals to explore unique and creative themes for their celebrations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Event Planning:** Event planners can incorporate the trend of affordable party decorations to offer cost-effective options for clients. - **Craft and Hobby:** The DIY party accent trend presents an opportunity for craft and hobby suppliers to provide materials for customers. - **Party and Event Supplies:** The demand for creative party themes opens up avenues for party supplies companies to develop unique and innovative products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [DIY Monster Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-pops.md) - [Jumbo Gummy Bear Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nassau-candy.md) - [Cotton Candy Drink Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cotton-candy-magic-floating-puff-balls.md) - [Caramel Candy Decorating Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-pretzel-drumstick-decorating-kit.md) - [DIY Chocolate Treat Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-chocolate-pops.md) - [Celebratory Lollipop Candy Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sees-candies-lollypalooza-box.md) - [Craft Cocktail Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-cocktail-lollipop.md) - [Oversized Gummy Bear Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clever-candy-big-bear-pop.md) - [Easter Marshmallow DIY Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dip-and-decorate-dozen.md)