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Star Spangled Inspired Cookie Wrappers

An easy and inexpensive DIY party idea, this nifty little cookie wrapper makes for a great party favor or fun way to display your desserts. Customize it to fit your theme and celebration using personalized labels and fun paper.

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DIY Summer Citrus Topiary Centerpiece

Bright yellow citrus, natural green leaves and basic burlap inspire an easy DIY centerpiece decoration in this simple how-to. A bit of creativity and craft store finds make for an inexpensive party centerpiece that's ideal for a bridal shower or summer party.

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DIY Cake Pop Stand Centerpiece

An ordinary shoe box becomes a fun and festive centerpiece for any kids party by wrapping it in some themed paper, embellishing with a bit of ribbon and topping with personalized M&Ms. Get the easy how-to for your party prep, here!

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DIY Party Ideas: Get Crafty With Faux Jewels

Embellish your table decor with inexpensive faux jewels you can find at any craft store for a more personalized setting. Emma Haynes has 5 easy diy party ideas incorporating the faux jewels including a vase, votive candle, napkin ring and menu cards.

DIY Jeweled Dinner Party Place Card for Less

DIY Jeweled Candle Idea

DIY Jeweled Flower Vase Decoration

DIY Jeweled Napkin Rings for Less

Jewel Flower Place Card and Favor

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DIY Jeweled Flower Vase Decoration

The next time you open a big can of sauce or veggies, don't just toss out that aluminum can. With a bit of ribbon from your craft bin, some inexpensive faux jewels and a few dabs of hot glue, you can create a diy party idea that's also perfect for your every day decor.

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DIY Candelabra Decoration Idea

Not every party has to be perfectly dressed. For easy evenings at home with friends, casual housewarming parties or impromptu dinner parties, consider adding a special and slightly humorous touch to your table with this easy diy party idea - a homemade candelabra!

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Colorful & Waterproof Outdoor Birthday Banner

No water is going to rain on your celebration with this nifty DIY party idea for a waterproof banner. Whether you can't rely on Mother Nature's cooperation for your celebration or there's bound to be a lot of splashing at your pool party, this decoration will hold up and bring lots of color to your space.

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3 Easy DIY Wine Cork Projects

Are you one of those people who collect wine corks? I am. Any special occasion and you can bet your butt there's a bottle of wine around to toast it and I then save the cork as a memento. Recently my hubby's been on me to actually DO something with them - at this point they've just piled up in a vase under the TV. Holly's clever ideas here have inspired me, and I'm sure they'll inspire you, too!

Wine Cork Snack Dish

DIY Wine Cork Memory Wreath Decoration

Simple Wine Cork Centerpiece

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DIY Jeweled Napkin Rings for Less

The next time your looking to bring some flair to your dinner party table consider saving up your paper towel rolls and hitting the craft store for ribbon scraps and a bag of faux jewels. In minutes those supplies come together to make some fab DIY party decor - check out the tutorial to see how simple it is!

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DIY Jeweled Candle Idea

Add some extra sparkle to dinner party tables using faux jewels and this simple tutorial. An inexpensive, yet chic project, this crafty DIY party idea is perfect for indoor or outdoor parties.

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Party Ideas on a Stick

Take a DIY approach to your party ideas and Jazz up your menu, drinks and even your decor with sticks. Popping clever bites on a stick, garnishing drinks with sticks and having some photo fun using sticks is a sure way to add fun to any get together. Here, three ideas for your drink menu!

Chocolate Coffee Martini Recipe

Tequila-Infused Fruit Cocktail on a Stick

Milk & Cookies on a Stick

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DIY Bib Bunting Decoration Idea

Bunting is an easy and inexpensive DIY party idea we're seeing pop up all over. Easy to customize to any party or celebration, this particular bib-inspired decoration is perfect for a baby shower, but can also be used for any dainty party at home.

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DIY Jeweled Dinner Party Place Card for Less

Dress up your next party with a DIY party idea for less. Emma turned inexpensive faux jewels from the craft store into a glamorous DIY place card holder she used to seat her dinner guests and showcase her buffet menu and cocktails.

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Popcorn Cupcake Party Favor

Did you ever notice? When it comes to big parties with lots of food guests are sometimes tempted to skip the dessert for lack of room in their stomach. We've come up with a fun party idea that lets them take a salty sweet treat with them when they leave so they can save dessert for later - check out this easy tutorial for a completely popcorn cupcake - with something hidden inside!

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How to Make a Chalkboard Serving Tray

Chalkboard paint is the latest tool in the trendy hostess' arsenal. Not only is it inexpensive and easy to embellish partyware with the paint, it also offers a blank canvas to bring a ton of personality and pizzazz to your celebration. Here's an easy tutorial for using chalkboard paint on serving trays - a DIY party idea you're going to want to give a try!