One of my dear friends, Shannan, recently contacted me and asked if I had any inexpensive, yet festive table decor ideas for her upcoming 25th class reunion.
When it comes to decor for class reunions, I think it should be a mix of classic decor with a touch of frivolous festivity.
Here are a few ideas I came up with for Shannan’s big event…
Three ideas using glassware:
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Decorative glass containers wrapped with assorted patterns and colors or ribbon would make a simple but impactful centerpiece. I’ like the idea of using different styles and shapes of containers to give the tables a bit of whimsy. Visit you local thrift stores to pick up glass containers for as little as $.50 cents.
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Another great idea is to invert martini glasses, water goblets and dessert compotes on the table, with a silk flower head placed under each glass. Add a glass votive candle on top to finish it off. Again, all shapes and sizes of stemware can be found at your local thrift shop.
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Simply wrap a decorative feather boa around the base of a glass candle hurricane. The boa is fun and will bring a lot of texture to the tabletop. Use a different color boa on each table to give your event a punch of color. Check Save-On-Crafts for valued priced boas!
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Paper Decor…
Paper decor can be inexpensive and stylish as the same time. I love the idea of a collection paper pinwheels as a centerpiece. Using a variety of paper patterns, (maybe in your class colors) will make this a really festive centerpiece.
Pinwheels are really easy to make. Wendy, who writes the fantastic blog, Wendy’s Hat, has a great tutorial on making paper pinwheels. Check it out here. Or download a free pinwheel template from Heather over at her blog, HeatherBailey.
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I Love Pom Poms…
So can everyone say obsessed? Yes, I’m obsessed with paper pom poms. I am seeing them used in all sorts of decorative applications, from nursery decor to creative wall hangings in a craft or art studio. Pom Poms are so “happy” and a great way to decorate a party.
I love the idea of creating an oversized pom pom and using it as a table centerpiece or hanging small pom poms from branches placed in a vase. Low cost with Large Impact.
If you really want to save some money, make your own pom poms……how-to instructions here!
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Pops of Color…
Party decor, especially for a class reunion should encompass bright, bold colors to make the party environment lively and energetic.
Paper Lanterns come in lots of shapes and sizes and can be hung overhead or used as tabletop centerpieces. A grouping of paper lanterns on the table, surrounded by votive candles is a quick and easy way to decorate. Or, how about lanterns used as flower holders (glass vases sits inside the lantern). Check out Beau-Coup.com for a great selection of paper lanterns. Hobby Lobby also carries sets of 3 for $7.99.
And, finally, balloons are a classic party decor item that doesn’t cost a lot of money. I love the idea of creating unique shaped arrangement with balloons and floating them above each party table.
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Whether you’re having a class reunion or are throwing a summer party, I hope these decorating ideas inspired you!
I don’t know if you still check this, but I really like these ideas for a class reunion. Question…in the last pic are those poms on the table with balloons floating up? Thanks!
Hi Amber,
Those are actually flower arrangements with the balloons come from the center. I think if your reunion is more casual, you could definitely use Pom poms in stead of flowers. I also think this entire look could be fabulous in a single color palette– maybe your school color. If your decide to use one of thes ideas, email me pics so I can see the outcome.