Birthday parties at home have always been common and they have become more so, after the Coronavirus pandemic. Listed in this article are some simple DIY ideas for birthday decoration at home.
Essentials for birthday decoration at home
To decorate a home for a birthday party, one needs to buy a few essentials keeping in mind the party’s theme, home décor, space available, birthday person’s age, budget, etc. Today, one can either buy these materials online or source it from local stores that sell fancy decoration accessories. If one is creatively inclined, one can make some colourful birthday decorations at home, too. You need balloons, confetti, foil curtains, banners, streamers, pom-poms, posters cut-outs, ready-made photo booths as per the theme, honeycomb paper balls, bunting’s lights, party hats, lights, flowers, etc.
Birthday banners are a crucial element and focal point of birthday decoration at home. Banners for birthday decoration at home are available in a variety of materials, from paper to fabric and in myriad shapes and sizes. Today, one gets small or big banners with various cartoon characters for kids, in multi-colour, double colour or even battery-operated LED string lights. Birthday banners should be hung above the entrance or on the wall behind the food table, for it to be noticed.
Birthday decoration at home with balloons
Balloons are synonymous with birthday decorations at home and they come in plenty of colours, size, shapes (heart, letters, star, elongated, etc.) and materials (latex and foil). Then, there are air-filled balloons, helium-filled balloons, LED inside glow balloons and glitter balloons. There are specially printed balloons, self-inflated metallic foil balloons or self-standing cartoon character balloons, too. One can opt for a single or dual-coloured balloon for wall decoration, or use the balloons to make an arch, column walkway, etc., for children’s parties and go in for bright colours with balloons that feature TV or movie themes. For adults, limit balloon colours to two for a cohesive and elegant feel.
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Wall decoration for birthday party at home
Walls attract the immediate attention of guests in any house. Design a wall with balloons in a place where there’s space for it to double up as a photo backdrop. Besides balloons, walls can be decked up in many ways. One can decorate with paper flowers or a huge collage made from photographs or create garlands out of these photographs and hang them with strings of fairy lights. Jazz up the wall with crystal curtains. Use the Washi tape to turn up a plain wall into a colourful design. Hang stripes of glitter finish on the wall in contrasting colours such as gold and white.
Streamers for birthday party decoration
Party streamers can be draped in different styles for a simple, yet elegant birthday decoration at home. Regardless of the way you choose, it will make a big impact and elevate the home décor. Paper streamers or glitter streamers are top choices to add a party vibe to home décor. Opt for block colours to suit the party colour scheme, or go in for a variety of complementary shades. Streamers of paper or glitter can be used on ceilings, walls and windows.
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Tissue pom-pom birthday decoration
Pom-poms of tissue paper add a celebratory colourful punch in any party decoration. Spruce up your space with a garland that can be hung from a wall, window, mantle, bookshelf, railings of a staircase, or even dessert tables. Alternate the colours of delicate round pom-poms for extra zing.
Lighting for birthday decoration at home
Attractive party lights not only heighten the overall atmosphere but also set the mood. From savvy lantern fairy lights to smart mood lights, there are many options, when it comes to using lights for birthday decoration at home. One can hang lanterns on the corner of the wall or keep them on the table. Fairy lights, the small white or multi-coloured light strings can be used artistically to add a glowing touch to your party décor. Glittering fairy lights can be draped around curtains or balconies, plants, or simply weave strands of lights throughout the floral centrepieces.
Floral birthday decoration ideas at home
Fresh flowers instantly cheer up the room with their enchanting textures and vibrant colours. Adding fresh flowers and greenery to the party room gives an organic and green touch for all to admire. When it comes to flower walls or booths or centerpieces, there is plenty of choice of colours and flowers and also green foliage. You can opt for single shades or mix the flowers with funky accessories, for attractive birthday decoration at home. For traditional themes opt for marigold, tuberose, mogra, etc.
Virtual birthday party home decoration
When decorating the home for a virtual birthday party, keep in mind the position of the laptop or phone. Place the camera at face level, on a flat surface, like a table or desk. Try holding it up against a small object like a book or candle to cover the maximum room view. You can plan some virtual games with family and friends, to make it a memorable and fun-filled occasion.
Table decoration for birthday party
The table where the cake is placed, must be aptly dressed up. Place it either in the centre of the room or standing against a wall. Instead of setting all desserts flat on the table, try to add different rows and levels to your dessert table with cake stands in varying heights, also arrange a beautiful buffet table. Go in for tiered platters for salads, cookies and mithais. Opt for a subtle coloured table cloth that does not overpower the crockery or theme-based table cloth. Sparkling dinnerware and coloured glassware are perfect for birthday decoration at home. Do not forget to add coloured ice cubes, fancy straws, edible flowers or carved fruits that can add a wow factor to the table décor.
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Birthday party themes
Depending on the age of the person, one can select the theme right from Barbie, Chhota Bheem, unicorn, Marvel characters, Minions, retro, Bollywood, Arabian Nights, masquerade, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, etc. Themes can also be as simple as colour coding two or three décor items. The age of the birthday person can also become a theme, so that the birthday decoration at home can be done around this number. Once the theme is planned, select the decoration material, lights, etc., accordingly. Ensure that the cake and other desserts are designed based on the theme.
Grand entry decoration for home birthday party
Illuminate the home’s entrance in style and deck it up according to the specific theme. Set the tone of the party from the entrance itself. The main door/entrance is visible first when a guest visits the house. It sets the expectation for the decoration of the house. It should not be too loud; it should be subtle without obstructing the movement at the door. Keep a couple of tall vases with flowers on both sides of the door or outline the door with flowers and streamers.
Tips for birthday decoration at home
- To prepare the house for a birthday party, clean the home thoroughly.
- Try and rearrange the furniture to ensure that guests can move freely.
- Plants and flowers add life to any party. Bring outdoor potted plants inside or arrange some fresh-cut blooms all around the house.
- When decking up the home for a party, remember that height is an important factor in decorating. The decorations should be at a level that meets the eye easily.
- Drape sheer colourful dupattas or curtains along with fairy lights all around the house to add an extra sparkle to the décor.
- Select a corner in the living room and brighten it up with lights, glittering streams, flowers, or satin ribbons for a photo booth, which is Insta-worthy.
- For children’s safety ensure that candles are well covered and kept at a safe height. Also, be careful with deflated balloons and cupcake toppers, as these are choking hazards for little ones.
- Ensure everything is spotlessly clean in the bathroom; keep soft napkins, fragrant reed diffuser or air freshener and a bunch of fresh flowers.
- Keep a bright coloured trash can and recycle bins visible, so that it is easier for guests to spot and discard waste.
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