Today is a day that’s all about celebration. It’s Thanksgiving, the first day of Hanukkah, and guess what else it is? My 30th birthday! And what better way to celebrate than by rounding up 30 brilliant balloon projects perfect for birthdays, holiday parties, weddings, and more?
01. DIY Donut Balloons
We’re pretty into donuts of all shapes and sizes, but have never seen such awesome balloons before. The perfectly placed sprinkles really seal the deal.
Via Studio DIY
02. Balloon Chandelier Table Numbers
For an unconventional take on table numbers, create a floating “chandelier” out of balloons and hang numbers from the balloons! You could include pictures of guests, you or your significant other with the guest, or simply photos of the two of you.
Via Wedding Chicks
03. Ice Cream Balloons
Balloons continue to masquerade as dessert in this clever DIY project. Great for an ice cream social type party or pretty much any birthday get-together.
Via Prudent Baby
04. Balloon-Dipped Mason Jars
This has become a go-to decor basic here at Brit HQ, from Halloween to the holidays. Best of all, the dip is totally temporary so makes a great hack for a last minute cocktail party.
Via Brit + Co.
05. Pom Pom Balloons
Pom poms on balloons? Our party planning minds just exploded.
06. Confetti-Dipped Balloons
The season of confetti is here, and these gold-dipped balloons are a great place to start.
Via Studio DIY
07. Fruit Balloon Garland
We will never stop giggling over this genius DIY project.
Via Oh Happy Day
08. Balloon Bud Vases
Another one of our last minute decor hacks, you can wrap small tumblers or shot glasses in a balloon, with the opening of the balloon acting as an opening for a flower or two.
Via Brit + Co.
09. Balloon Backdrop
For a super affordable backdrop, cover an entire wall with balloons! If you don’t feel like going the helium route, simply blow up and stick on the wall. So fun!
Via Lil Sugar
10. Balloon Wall
For something a little more minimal, we love this idea for adorning the wall behind a makeshift bar or dessert table.
Via Honey and Fitz
11. Put a Party Hat on Your Balloon
When in doubt, you can always put a party hat on it 😉
Via Brit + Co.
12. Gold Splatter Paint Balloons
Remember making splatter paint art projects in elementary school? This elevated take on the splatter technique is great for New Year’s Eve decor.
Via Studio DIY
13. Macrame Balloons
No time for a run to Party City for helium? Whip up these simple macrame balloon holders and your party will stay afloat.
Via You Are My Fave
14. LED Balloons
Fun fact about this project? It inspired our very first Brit Kit, more than one year ago. It will instantly light up any party, pun intended.
Via Brit + Co.
15. Polka Dot Balloons
The trick with these darlings? Silver polka dot stickers that you can totally reuse on another batch of balloons once these deflate.
Via A Subtle Revelry
16. Last Minute Gift Ribbons
As part of our 12 Days of Wrapping series, we got crafty with colorful odds and ends found around the house. Turns out balloon animal balloons double as ribbon!
Via Brit + Co.
17. Kids Hot Air Balloon Photo Booth
This might be one of the cutest photo booth backdrops we’ve ever seen. All you need is a basket, a jumbo balloon, and a few decor accessories to recreate your own hot air balloon scene.
Via Oh Happy Day
18. I Am Thankful For…
Today is a rather appropriate day for a balloon like this one! It would be cute to write this, then deflate, and gift to your guests at Thanksgiving.
Via Studio DIY
19. Balloon Stemware
If you’re looking to add a quick pop of color and festive spirit to your basic wine glasses, add balloons.
Via Brit + Co.
20. Fortune Balloon Garland
Fill balloons with fortunes and invite guests to pop ’em!
Via Oh Happy Day
21. Birthday Wreath
Whoa. Now that is a LOT of color! We’d love to see a less rainbow-inspired version of this with white, gold, and silver balloons for the holidays.
Via How Does She?
22. Holly Balloon Garland
Speaking of the holidays, how cute are these holly balloons?!
Via Hellobee
23. Color Blocked Balloon Garlands
Another way of keeping your balloons afloat without help from helium, string them into color-blocked garlands and hang from the ceiling.
Via A Girl and a Boy
24. Flying Wedding Couple
Created for a wedding, these flying folks are oh-so-whimsical.
Via Brooklyn Bride
25. Party in a Box
It’s a party… in a box! Simply inflate balloons, attach garlands to the ribbons, and put in an extra large box. Send to someone whose birthday it is, and make sure their significant other takes a video of the balloon reveal.
Via Brit + Co.
26. Giant Balloon Heart
How sweet is this?
Via Studio DIY
27. Save the Date
For my save the date video, we used number balloons to share our date!
28. Balloon Ice Packs
We know that cooler season is very much behind us, so bookmark this one for summer. They’re freezer packs that turn into water balloons as they melt. Just be sure you wait until the ice has fully melted.
Via Brit + Co.
29. Gold Foil Confetti Balloons
Another take on the confetti balloon, these take giant gold confetti foil circles and attach them to balloons for a chic adornment.
Via Alex and Alexa
30. Lollipop Balloons
And finally, a scene right out of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory… or a Katy Perry music video.
Via The House that Lars Built)
How do you decorate with balloons for parties? What other birthday party DIY tricks would you like to see on Brit.co? Talk to us in the comments below.
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