20 Spring Party Favors to Up Your Hosting Game
Between the baby showers, bridal showers and endless dinner parties, spring is the perfect time to get together with your besties and celebrate the warm weather. You probably already have the menu sorted out and have made your favorite spring home decor DIY projects to welcome your guests, so what’s next? Party favors, of course. They’re *the* best way to take your hosting game to the next level and leave your guests seriously impressed. Before you head to the craft store for supplies, scroll down to pick out a DIY party favor for your next spring soiree.
1. DIY Painted Favor Bags: On a budget? No problem. Pick up a pack of glassine bags and swipe on your favorite pattern using acrylic paint. Once they’re dry, you can pop candies or little extras in them to give to your besties. (via Paper + Stitch)
2. DIY Cement Letter Photo Holders: These DIY photo holders can double as place markers at your table and are super easy to make. Quick dry cement, a silicon letter tray and a few other materials that you already have in your craft closet are all you need to make them. To make a great party decoration, write out a fun message to welcome your guests. (via I Spy DIY)
3. DIY Cement Coasters: Have some leftover cement from your photo holders? Whip up a set of these coasters to give to your guests. Get the shape by using a shallow muffin pan and, once they’re dry, paint your favorite pattern to make them unique. (via Brit + Co)
4. DIY Initial Keychains: Who doesn’t love a good keychain? Cut out your guests’ initials in leather and make them a little extra fun with some color block action. Pro tip: If you want to make these *super* perfect and precise, use a Cricut for #prostatus. (via Damask Love)
5. DIY Giant Friendship Pins: Channel your inner ’80s vibes and DIY these friendship pins for you and your pals. Oversized kilt pins and perla beads are all it takes for a throwback to the glory days. (via Oh Happy Day)
6. Ceramic Air Planter: There’s no such a thing as *too* many planters, so you can’t go wrong when giving them out as party favors. Make this air planter option using air dry clay and a little craft paint. Add magnets to the back so your favors can do your guests a favor with an easy way to instantly hang on the fridge or metal filing cabinet. (via Brit + Co)
7. Chocolate Ring Pops: When in doubt, chocolate is always the answer. Instead of giving out a #basic chocolate bar, make these glitter ring pops. Not only are they totally fun to make, but your guests will be *so* happy they can have their favor and eat it too. (via Brit + Co)
8. DIY Honeycomb Piñata Favors: Looking for a DIY that will test your skillz? Use this tutorial to make mini piñatas, then fill them with sweets. After all, a party isn’t complete without a piñata or two. (via Oh Happy Day)
9. DIY Concrete Gem Mini Planters: Spring has sprung, so help your friends liven up their desk or home space with colorful flowers and plants. Make these DIY concrete mini planters in their fave colors, so they can go home with a little fun for the sun. (via The Proper Blog)
10. DIY Confetti Tray: Party trays may not be the obvious choice for a party favor, but these puppies are so versatile (and colorful) that your guests won’t want to leave them behind. Snag a few ceramic trays and use Mod Podge to add confetti, then use them during the party to serve appetizers or candy, display plants or anything else you can think of. (via Brit + Co)
11. DIY Hand-Painted Indigo Clay Bowls: If you’re looking for a more monochromatic feel, opt for these DIY indigo clay bowls instead. Add your favorite patterns with a nontoxic acrylic paint, and get ready for your friends to ask if you can make them an entire set. (via Alice + Lois)
12. DIY Emoji Heart Best Friends Necklace: If your guest list is basically just a bunch of your besties, add these DIY emoji heart friendship necklaces to each place setting. They’re a fun little gift that’s not only super cute, but thoughtful too. (via Aww, Sam)
13. DIY Tissue Paper Watercolor Mug: Too many mugs! Said no one ever. These DIY tissue paper watercolor mugs are the secret to seriously impressing your guests with a favor they’ll definitely put to good use. (via I Spy DIY)
14. DIY Fruity Print Zipper Purses: If girls’ night is on the list of spring parties you’re hosting, follow this tutorial to DIY makeup pouches for your besties. They take a little extra time to make, but the turnout is something that your beauty-obsessed besties will love. (via The Lovely Drawer)
15. DIY Raindrop Magnets: You know how it goes… April showers bring May flowers. If that isn’t the perfect party favor inspo, then we don’t know what is. Make a batch of these raindrop magnets and give a few to each guest for a favor they can stick on their fridge. (via Metro Mode)
16. Hand-Lettered Clutch: Looking for the ultimate girls’ night gift? Snag a few budget-friendly clutches, and put your hand-lettering skills to the test to kick ’em up a notch… Your #50daysoflettering Instagram game just got bumped up a notch. (via Paper + Stitch)
17. DIY Wooden Bead Keychain: It’s the night before the party, and you still haven’t figured out your party favors. These easy-to-assemble keychains will only take a few minutes to make, and won’t even take the focus away from your Netflix binge. Procrastinators ftw. (via The Sweetest Occasion)
18. Patterned Candles: Say goodbye to boring pillar candles, and hello to these DIYed beauties. Use this tutorial and template to create patterned candles with tissue paper, and in less than five minutes apiece you’ll have favors for all your friends. (via Brit + Co)
19. DIY Gemstone Guest Soaps: These soap favors are a gem (pun intended). For gemstone soaps that all your guests will go gaga for, choose bright colors, scents and glitter. These guys will give your guests’ guest bathrooms a serious upgrade. (via Poppytalk)
20. Peony Favors: Paper flowers are such an easy way to amp up a simple favor box. Fill them with candy or another easy DIY party favor, and add them to each place setting for some feminine oomph that’s totally gorge. (via Oh Happy Day)
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