Wondering what to do for decorations with your next birthday party? Searching for new birthday party decoration ideas? Yes, you can hire a party planner to do it all, but why not do it yourself and save a bundle! I can assure you that is a lot of fun and very satisfying to do your party decorations yourself. By following a few basics you can easily create a stunning party and a festive mood for you and your guests to enjoy.
These few tips on how to decorate a party will certainly get you started and initiate a few ideas for birthday party decorations:
Pay lots of attention to the party entrance
Roll out the proverbial red carpet for your guests.... or any other color that matches the theme of the party.
The entrance should be dramatic and festive, you need to get the guests in a party mood.
You should impress your guests with the entrance to the party. Remember first impressions last!
Create a bit of curiosity in your guests. Use sheer curtains or a beaded curtain over the entrance. On arrival the guests should only see a glimpse of what's inside.
Use decorations with bright colors, you want to grab the attention of the party guests.
Make use of a theme for the party
Select a fitting theme for the birthday party.
Choosing a theme that you know would be popular with the guests, for example a "Twilight Party" for older teenagers.
Having a theme makes planning the decorations much easier as it calls for specific decorations.
A theme will help to set the mood for the party.
Use balloons
You can use balloons to turn your party into a spectacular experience! Most people can't think "party" without thinking "balloon" as well.
Balloons combined with streamers have been a favorite with decorators for a very long time.
There are many ways to use balloons to create dramatic effects. The following have been used with great success in the past:
Balloon drops a very special effect and they are popular with any age group!
Huge balloon chandeliers can be hung from the ceiling.
Place balloon columns at specific places like the corners of the dance floor.
Put a colorful balloon banner over the entrance to the party.
Use balloons to twist shapes like animals. Balloon Twisters became very popular, specially at parties for younger kids.
Do something special with the lights
Select lighting to fit the type of the party you are having and use the lights to create the kind of atmosphere you need for the birthday party.
Candles can be used to create something very special. Use candles for a soft and romantic atmosphere. Add a few glow-in-the-dark stars...
Make use of special lighting like strobe lights or disco lights for something like a Rock and Roll Party.
The old mirror ball still creates something exceptional.
String lights work well at the entrance to a party.
Following this basic tips will help you to get started and maybe inspire some great ideas. The way you decorate the party is limited only by your imagination. Always keep in mind that the decor should fit the theme and mood you want to create.
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